Thylane Blondeau, the French model who captured global attention as a child, has been in the spotlight again. The 25-year-old recently married her long-time partner, Ben Attal, in a ceremony in Paris. This news has brought renewed attention to her journey from a viral child star to a successful entrepreneur.
Her wedding comes years after she was first given the title of “the most beautiful girl in the world.” This moniker, given to her at the age of six by Vogue Enfants in 2006, has followed her throughout her life and career. The recent event gives a chance to look at who Thylane Blondeau is today and the path she has taken.
Early Fame and the ‘Most Beautiful Girl’ Title
Thylane Blondeau was born in April 2001 in Aix-en-Provence, France. She is the daughter of Patrick Blondeau, a former professional footballer who played in the Premier League, and Véronika Loubry, a television presenter and fashion designer. Her journey into fashion started very early. At just three years old, she was discovered by fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier. By the age of four, she was already walking the runway for his brand.
Her fame reached a new level in 2006 at the age of six. She appeared in a photoshoot for Vogue Enfants and was dubbed “the most beautiful girl in the world.” This title helped her become a well-known child model, but it also brought challenges. Four years later, at age 10, she became the youngest model ever to pose for Vogue Paris. The 2010 editorial, titled “Quel Maquillage à Quel Age?” (“What Makeup at What Age?”), was controversial. Many critics felt the images were too mature and “sexualized” her.
Building a Career in Fashion and Beyond
Despite the early controversy, Thylane continued to build a serious career. She worked with many major brands, including Miu Miu, Versace, Ralph Lauren, and Hugo Boss. She became a brand ambassador for L’Oréal Paris in 2017 and was also the face of a perfume for designer Lolita Lempicka. At 17, she walked for Dolce & Gabbana at Milan Fashion Week.
In 2018, she was again named to the top of TC Candler’s “100 Most Beautiful Faces” list. However, Thylane has always had a grounded view of this title. In a 2018 interview with The Telegraph, she said, “Even today, people are like, ‘You are the most beautiful girl.’ And I’m like, ‘No, I’m still not, I’m just a human being, a teenager.’” She has also spoken about the pressures of the industry, particularly regarding weight, stating she refuses to be too skinny for a show.
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Entrepreneur and Health Advocate
Today, Thylane is more than just a model. She has successfully moved into business. She has launched her own fashion line, Heaven May Clothing, and a beauty and haircare brand called Enalyht. Her Instagram account has amassed a following of nearly 7 million people, where she shares both her glamorous work and personal life.
Thylane has also been open about her personal health struggles. In 2021, she spoke publicly about her experience with ovarian cysts, which required multiple surgeries. She used her platform to encourage her followers to listen to their bodies and advocate for their own health.
Recent Wedding to Ben Attal
Thylane Blondeau recently married her fiancé, Ben Attal, a French actor and DJ. The couple held a town hall ceremony on Monday at the Mairie du 16ème arrondissement in Paris. The wedding happened just three months after they announced their engagement in March.
For her wedding, Thylane wore a custom white gown by Eva Bouskila Bridal and styled her hair with white flowers. The couple arrived at the venue in a platinum Porsche 356 Speedster. Ben Attal is the grandson of singer Jane Birkin and musician Serge Gainsbourg. Thylane has been dating him since 2020. Following the wedding, she expressed frustration with the press, noting that some reporters had entered the town hall ceremony room, which she felt was a violation of their privacy.
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