Toni Garrn

Name: Antonia “Toni” Garrn

Introduction: Toni Garrn is a German model, actress, and philanthropist. She rose to international prominence in the fashion industry, becoming one of the most sought-after faces for major campaigns and runway shows. Beyond her modeling career, she is dedicated to charitable work, particularly focusing on girls’ education in Africa.

Date of birth: July 7, 1992 (Age 33 as of current date, July 23, 2025)

Height: 6 feet 0 inches (1.85 m)

Place of birth: Hamburg, Germany

Family:

Parents’ names: Peter Garrn (father, works for an oil company) and Anja Garrn (mother, businesswoman).
Siblings: Niklas Garrn (older brother, born 1990), who is also a model.
Spouse: Alex Pettyfer (m. 2020; sep. 2023). They were married on October 2, 2020, in Hamburg, Germany, and announced their separation in April 2023.
Children: Luca Malaika Pettyfer (daughter, born July 2021).
Relatives: Her brother Niklas Garrn.

Profession: Model, actress, philanthropist, entrepreneur.

Nationality: German

Religion: She has stated that she was raised Roman Catholic but has a more personal, open view on religion, believing that “God comes in many forms.”

College or university attended: She attended Campion School in Athens, Greece, during her childhood. While she did not attend university, she took a break from modeling to focus on her Abitur (final school exams) in Germany.

Biography and What Famous For:

Toni Garrn was born in Hamburg, Germany. Her family moved frequently during her childhood, living in London, England, and Athens, Greece, before returning to Hamburg when she was 10. She began classical piano lessons at age six.

She was discovered at the FIFA World Cup in Hamburg in 2006, at the age of 13. Her career took off quickly, and she signed an exclusive contract with Calvin Klein in 2008, which launched her into superstardom.

Toni Garrn is famous for:

Her iconic modeling career: She has walked for virtually every major designer, including Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Versace, Fendi, Stella McCartney, Givenchy, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, and many more. She has appeared in advertising campaigns for brands like Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss, L’Oréal, Cartier, Tommy Hilfiger, and Versace.
Her extensive editorial work: She has graced the covers and pages of international editions of Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Glamour, Marie Claire, W Magazine, and V Magazine, among others.
Being a Victoria’s Secret Angel: She became a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2011, walking in their annual fashion shows from 2011 to 2013, and appearing in numerous campaigns for the brand.
Her philanthropic work: Garrn is deeply committed to charity. In her mid-20s, she founded the Toni Garrn Foundation, which focuses on empowering girls and young women through educational initiatives in Sub-Saharan Africa. The foundation supports various projects in countries like Ghana, Uganda, and Burundi, providing educational opportunities to hundreds of girls annually. She regularly organizes charity events, including the “Toni Garrn Supermodel Flea Market” where models donate clothing for sale, with all proceeds going to her foundation.
Her acting career: She has ventured into acting, appearing in films such as “Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer” (2017) and “Berlin, I Love You” (2019). She has also been involved in documentaries like “Toni Garrn: Supermodel, Activist, Mother” (2024).

Garrn is known for her striking blue eyes, blonde hair, and versatile ability to adapt to high fashion and commercial modeling. She has successfully balanced a demanding modeling career with significant humanitarian efforts and a growing presence in acting. In May 2024, she also founded SUPER FLEA MARKET, a platform for pre-loved celebrity fashion where every sale supports social and environmental justice initiatives.

Have participated (Selected Works):

Modeling:

Exclusive Contracts: Calvin Klein (2008)
Runway Shows: Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Versace, Fendi, Stella McCartney, Givenchy, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Elie Saab, Hakaan, Hermes, Etro, Michael Kors, etc.
Campaigns: Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss, L’Oréal, Cartier, Tommy Hilfiger, Versace, Chopard, NARS Cosmetics, Esprit, Tommy Hilfiger, and more.
Magazine Covers/Editorials: Vogue (German, French, American, Italian, Spanish, Turkish, etc.), Elle (German, French, American), Harper’s Bazaar, Glamour, Marie Claire, W Magazine, V Magazine, The Edit by Net-a-Porter, etc.
Victoria’s Secret: Victoria’s Secret Fashion Shows (2011, 2012, 2013), numerous campaigns.

Film: