Teddy Quinlivan is an American model discovered in 2015 by Nicolas Ghesquière, creative director of Louis Vuitton. She came out as transgender in 2017, and in 2019 became the first openly transgender model hired by Chanel.
Teddy Quinlivan quick facts
| Name | Theodora “Teddy” Quinlivan |
| Date of birth | 22 June 1994 |
| Birthplace | Boston, Massachusetts, US |
| Profession | Model |
| Discovered by | Nicolas Ghesquière (Louis Vuitton) |
| Milestone | First openly transgender model hired by Chanel (2019) |
Career
- 2015 Discovered by Nicolas Ghesquière
- 2017 Comes out as transgender
- 2019 Hired by Chanel
- 2024 Launches a weekly party at Jean’s in New York
- 2025 Moves to Paris
Career
Quinlivan has walked for Louis Vuitton, Chanel and other major houses and has spoken publicly about trans visibility in fashion.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Teddy Quinlivan?
She was born on 22 June 1994, so she is 32 years old in 2026.
Who discovered Teddy Quinlivan?
Nicolas Ghesquière of Louis Vuitton.
Did Teddy Quinlivan model for Chanel?
Yes, from 2019.
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