Georgina Cooper, the British model renowned for her gap-toothed smile, has passed away at the age of 46, the fashion world confirmed on November 11, 2024. Cooper’s striking look and effortless style made her a standout in the 1990s and early 2000s, as she rose to fame during the grunge and rock-chic era of fashion. Her career took off as she became a fixture on major European and New York runways.
Cooper graced the catwalks for some of the most influential designers of her time, including Versace, Missoni, Giorgio Armani, Donna Karan, Narciso Rodriguez, and Helmut Lang. She was a regular presence on these high-profile runways throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, cementing her status as one of the top models of the era.
Her runway moments included shows like Max Mara’s Fall 1996 Ready-to-Wear in Milan, the Cerruti Fall 1997 collection in Paris, and the iconic Versace Fall 1998 show in Milan. The latter, designed solely by Donatella Versace after the death of her brother Gianni Versace, marked a pivotal moment in both the designer’s career and Cooper’s rise to fame.
In addition to these renowned designers, Cooper walked in shows for Calvin Klein, Jill Stuart, Michael Kors, Gucci, and many others. She also made her mark at fashion events such as the Christian Lacroix Spring 1998 show in Paris and the Missoni Spring 1999 presentation in Milan.
Her career continued into the early 2000s with appearances at the Giorgio Armani Fall 2000 show in Milan, the Narciso Rodriguez Spring 2000 collection in New York, and the Helmut Lang Fall 2001 show in New York. Throughout her career, Cooper embodied the spirit of the era, blending edgy, rock-inspired looks with the elegance of high fashion.
Georgina Cooper’s legacy will remain in the memories of fashion enthusiasts and designers alike, as her impact on the runway and the industry continues to be celebrated.
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