Guide Note: Claudia Schiffer was born August 25, 1970, in Rheinberg, Germany. She is known to the world as an actress and supermodel. She is the oldest of four siblings.

Before becoming a model, she wanted to become a lawyer. In 1987, that changed when she was discovered by Michel Levaton in a nightclub. After this encounter she was signed up to become a model and rest is history. In her career she has graced the cover pages of over 900 magazines and has became a world famous supermodel. She has modeled for many companies such as Guess, Revlon, L'Oreal and even Pepsi.

Claudia Schiffer not only models, but she also acts. She has appeared in a variety of movies and television series. Her very first film role was in 1994s Richie Rich. Other films she can be seen in include: Blackout, Love Actually and Life Without Dick. Television series she has appeared in include: Arrested Development, Dharma & Greg and How I Met Your Mother. Claudia Schiffer has also appeared on late night talks shows and award shows such as French Fashion Awards.

Claudia Schiffer is married to film producer Matthew Vaughn. She currently has two children. Her current residence is in London. Claudia Schiffer Fast Facts:

1. Born: August 25, 1970
2. Birthplace: Rheinberg, Germany
3. Height: 5' 11
4. Spouse: Matthew Vaughn
5. Children: 2
6. Appeared on over 900 magazine covers
7. Didn't get her ears pierced until 2006, for Accessorize photoshoot
8. UNICEF volunteer
9. Oldest of 4 children
10. Was once sawed in half by magician David Copperfield

Claudia Schiffer Personal Quotes:

• "I love my engagement ring. It is the only thing I wear to bed!"
• "I actually don't meet very many men because they are, I guess, afraid to approach me or think that I'm from another planet"
• "It's not that I'm against nudity. I'm German, I'm very open, in Germany they lay in the park naked. It's just the principle"
• "It does feel quite strange after all these years to finally have my ears pierced. I'm still getting used to the fact that I've now got bits of metal going through holes in my earlobes, but I've got to admit that I do like how they look and I kind of regret not having them done a long time ago"

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