Twiggy

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

5.871

Gender

Female

Birthday

19-Sep-1949

Age

(75 years old)

Place of Birth

London, England, UK

Also Known As
  • Twiggy Lawson
  • Lesley Lawson
  • Lesley Hornby
  • Twiggy Hornby

Twiggy

Biography

Dame Lesley Lawson DBE (born 19 September 1949), widely known by the nickname Twiggy, is an English model and actress. Considered a British cultural icon and a prominent teenage model of the '60s, she first came to prominence for her big eyes, long eyelashes, and short hair.


Credits

Pygmalion Pygmalion (1981) Character: Eliza
Adaptation of the play by Bernard Shaw.
Sun Child Sun Child (1988) Character: Fen Harris
This movie was incredibly touching. The story revolves around a young girl "Em" (played by Laura Goodwin). The movie opens with the image of a small, close knit family. Almost at once we are made aware that Emily's father (played by James Fox) is a diplomat whose demanding job barely allows him time to give attention to his wife (played by Twiggy) and of course his daughter Emily. As expected Emily's mother "Fen" soon begins to have an affair and thus begins the child's torment. The movie is poignant in the way it deals with this very real issue. We are given the impression of divorce and the very real adult problems occurring in marriage through the eyes of a young child and the picture painted is not a pretty one. It brings forth awareness, especially to adult viewers, and is a definite must see for all families. I personally found Laura Goodwin's acting to be both intense and innocent, and it was a delight to see such intensity in one so young. A definite thumbs up for this movie!!
Woundings Woundings (1998) Character: Viv
A government program is trying to entice women to go to a remote island and become companions to war-scarred soldiers.
The Frontiers of Science The Frontiers of Science (1976) Character: Florence Cook
A medium attempts to prove to the scientific establishment that her ability to contact the dead is real.
Lucy in London Lucy in London (1966) Character: Self (uncredited)
Lucy goes to hip London to experience all the current fads.
The Taming of the Shrew The Taming of the Shrew (2005) Character: Mrs. Minola
A young harridan MP marries a title in order to advance towards her goal of becoming party leader.
Istanbul Istanbul (1989) Character: Maud
A New York Times correspondent based in Sweden travels to Istanbul with his daughter on a secret mission.
W W (1974) Character: Katie Lewis
Is a young woman being stalked by her ex, or is she imagining things?
Pop Models Pop Models (2014) Character: Self
Directed by Olivier Nicklaus.
Ken Russell: A Bit of a Devil Ken Russell: A Bit of a Devil (2012) Character: Self
Following the recent death of Ken Russell, Alan Yentob looks back over the career of the flamboyant film director responsible for Women In Love, Tommy and The Devils. Friends and admirers - including Glenda Jackson, Terry Gilliam, Twiggy, Melvyn Bragg, Robert Powell and Roger Daltrey - recall a pioneering documentary-maker, talented photographer and fearless film director.
Go Go Go Said the Bird Go Go Go Said the Bird (1966) Character: Herself
Four young people pinpoint the attitudes that have contributed to the phenomenon of swinging London.
The Doctor and the Devils The Doctor and the Devils (1985) Character: Jennie Bailey
In Victorian England, two grave robbers supply a wealthy doctor with bodies to research anatomy on, but greed causes them to look for a more simple way to get the job done.
Best Ever Muppet Moments Best Ever Muppet Moments (2006) Character: Self
A review of the most memorable Muppet moments to commemorate Kermit the Frog's 50th anniversary.
Echoes of the Sixties: A Musical Trip Echoes of the Sixties: A Musical Trip (1979) Character: Self - Hostess
A documentary on the pop music and culture of the 1960's, featuring film and video clips of 60's-era performers.
And the Oscar Goes To... And the Oscar Goes To... (2014) Character: Self (archive footage)
The story of the gold-plated statuette that became the film industry's most coveted prize, AND THE OSCAR GOES TO... traces the history of the Academy itself, which began in 1927 when Louis B. Mayer, then head of MGM, led other prominent members of the industry in forming this professional honorary organization. Two years later the Academy began bestowing awards, which were nicknamed "Oscar," and quickly came to represent the pinnacle of cinematic achievement.
Broadway's Lost Treasures Broadway's Lost Treasures (2003) Character: Edith Herbert (segment "My One and Only")
The golden age of the annual Tony Awards ceremony lasted from 1967 to 1986 — the period during which Alexander H. Cohen and his wife, Hildy Parks, were the producers of the show. This film offers a compilation of performances from Tony Award broadcasts during those years. They are presented with color-corrected footage and digitally re-mastered sound.
The Diamond Trap The Diamond Trap (1988) Character: Det. Sgt. Charlie Lawson
When streetwise Manhattan police detectives Rawlings (Howard Hesseman) and Brendan Thomas (Ed Marinaro) discover a major diamond heist is about to go down at a renowned gallery, they enlist one of their suspects, gallery employee Tara Holden (Brooke Shields). But an attempt to foil the robbery explodes with deadly consequences for Tara. Committed to break the case, Rawlings relentlessly pursues the clues through a twisted maze of deceit and danger that takes him to England, where he and Scotland Yard detecive Charlie Lawson expose the ultimate con and solve the crime.
A Bing Crosby Christmas A Bing Crosby Christmas (1998) Character: Self (archive footage)
The program on this DVD is basically a retrospective produced in the early 1990s for public television that was originally called «A Bing Crosby Christmas: Just Like the Ones You Used to Know» that was narrated by Gene Kelly and hosted by Bing's widow, Kathryn Crosby. The program itself features clips from fifteen of Bing's classic television specials, concentrating on the period from the early 1960s onwards when he included Kathryn and their three children in the programs.
Bing Crosby's Merrie Olde Christmas Bing Crosby's Merrie Olde Christmas (1977) Character: Self
Bing Crosby and his family spend Christmas at the estate of a distant relative in England.
US Against the World US Against the World (1977) Character: Self
This NBC Special from 1977 pitted celebrities from the worlds of film and TV in the United States against stars from the U.K. and the rest of the World. Three teams of five men and three women representing their native land, competed in a series of nine events during this fast paced and exciting 2 hour TV Special. Sporting events included bowling, darts, rowing, swimming and running relays and soccer goal kicking.
There Goes The Bride There Goes The Bride (1980) Character: Polly Perkins
A nervous ad executive creates havoc on his daughter's wedding day and becomes obsessed with a dream girl he keeps seeing everywhere but whom he can't catch.
My Generation My Generation (2017) Character: Self (voice)
The vivid and inspiring story of British film icon Michael Caine's personal journey through 1960s swinging London.
Popcorn Popcorn (1969) Character: Self
Over two dozen top-name acts make this 'audio/visual rock thing' come to life in a rock and roll journey that moves all over, from Katmandu to London's Royal Albert Hall; an in-depth, backstage interview with The Rolling Stones' leader Mick Jagger, Plus Jimi Hendrix, Otis Redding, Joe Cocker and many others, along with other features including a Twiggy fashion show.
The Little Match Girl The Little Match Girl (1986) Character: Josie Roberts
The Little Match Girl is a short story by Danish poet and author Hans Christian Andersen. The story is about a dying child's hopes and dreams, and was first published in 1845. This adaptation was made for Harlech TV and broadcast on 28th December 1986 and starred Twiggy and Roger Daltrey, and features the song 'Mistletoe and Wine' which became a Christmas number one for Cliff Richard in 1988, the biggest selling record of that year.
The Donna Summer Special The Donna Summer Special (1980) Character: Bad Girl
A variety special that showcased the musical talents of singer and actress Donna Summer.
The Blues Brothers The Blues Brothers (1980) Character: Chic Lady
Jake Blues, just released from prison, puts his old band back together to save the Catholic home where he and his brother Elwood were raised.
The Devils The Devils (1971) Character: Pageboy (uncredited)
In 17th-century France, Father Urbain Grandier seeks to protect the city of Loudun from the corrupt establishment of Cardinal Richelieu. Hysteria occurs within the city when he is accused of witchcraft by the sexually repressed Sister Jeanne.
Fame, Fashion and Photography: The Real Blow Up Fame, Fashion and Photography: The Real Blow Up (2002) Character: Self
Tells the story of the photographers who cemented the image of swinging London and who, through their pictures, irreversibly altered the face of fashion and pop.
The Boy Friend The Boy Friend (1971) Character: Polly
The assistant stage manager of a small-time theatrical company is forced to understudy for the leading lady at a matinée performance at which an illustrious Hollywood director is in the audience scouting for actors to be in his latest "all-talking, all-dancing, all-singing" extravaganza.
Madame Sousatzka Madame Sousatzka (1988) Character: Jenny
In London, eccentric piano instructor Madame Sousatzka takes on a new prize protégé, Manek, a teenage Bengali immigrant who displays incredible talent. Manek forms a close bond with his teacher, but soon discovers that she expects her pupils to become disciplined in all areas of life, and not just behind the piano. As he struggles to meet the challenges, Manek must also deal with his mother, who vies with his teacher for his attention.
Brunes et Blondes Brunes et Blondes (2010) Character: Self
Actresses' hairstyle in movies always carries a strong aesthetic statement associated with erotic, social, and historical meanings. In a bold and unexpected way, the film revisits this ultimate symbol of femininity in international cinema.
Twiggy Twiggy (2025) Character: N/A
Twiggy takes a comprehensive look at the life story of UK model and cultural icon Twiggy, real name Lesley Lawson, whose career kickstarted in the 1960s. It features interviews with Twiggy and her husband Leigh Lawson, as well as commentary from Erin O’Connor, Paul McCartney, Lulu, Poppy Delavigne, Brooke Shields, Pattie Boyd and Zandra Rhodes.
Something Borrowed, Something Blue Something Borrowed, Something Blue (1997) Character: Eve Hamel (as Twiggy Lawson)
Three about-to-be-newlywed chums are taken to Australia for a photoshoot
An Audience with Billy Connolly An Audience with Billy Connolly (1985) Character: Self - Audience Member (uncredited)
Billy Connolly delivers his special brand of stand-up comedy and abrasive humour in front of a celebrity audience.
Bert Stern: Original Madman Bert Stern: Original Madman (2011) Character: Self
The untold and intimate life story of one of the greatest American photographers of all time, Bert Stern. After working alongside Stanley Kubrick at Look Magazine, Stern became an original Madison Avenue 'mad man', his images helping to create modern advertising. Ground-breaking photos of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, Marilyn Monroe and Twiggy, coupled with his astonishing success in advertising, minted Stern as a celebrity in his own right.
Body Bags Body Bags (1993) Character: Cathy
A woman working the late shift at a gas station while a killer is on the loose; a man who can't stand the thought of losing his hair; a baseball player that submits to an eye transplant. An anthology of terror.
The Powder & the Glory The Powder & the Glory (2007) Character: Herself
The story of pioneering entrepreneurs Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein, who built cosmetics empires and competed against each other for more than fifty years. Starting from nothing, they became household names and business icons.
Opus Opus (1967) Character: Herself
Impressions of contemporary British arts and fashion. Summary of art through the ages taking in every thing from Mary Quant to the Marat/Sade production. Made for the Montreal "Expo '67" exhibition.
Club Paradise Club Paradise (1986) Character: Phillipa Lloyd
When Chicago firefighter Jack Moniker retires and moves to a small Caribbean island, he is befriended by the owner of a run-down resort. Together they renovate the resort and lure tourists to Club Paradise in an effort to fight off corrupt officials and businessmen who want to claim the resort as their own.
imagine... French & Saunders: Pointed, Bitchy, Bitter imagine... French & Saunders: Pointed, Bitchy, Bitter (2023) Character: Self
imagine... profiles the UK’s most successful double act of the last 40 years, French & Saunders, exploring a brand of comedy based on satire, silliness and, above all, friendship.
The Butterfly Ball The Butterfly Ball (1977) Character: Herself
Roger Glover puts on a star-studded concert at the Royal Albert Hall for his concept album "The Butterfly Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast".



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