There are many models in the world, you see them everywhere, on the television, the catalogs, and magazines. Although there are many models in the world, there are only a few that become supermodels. Supermodels are the models who are the highest paid, the highest in demand, and do alot of haute couture and commercial work. Supermodels often work for top designers and top labels. They have multimillion dollar contracts, endorsements and campaigns. They have branded themselves as household names and worldwide recognition is associated with their modeling careers. First-name recognition is a solid indication of supermodel status in the fashion industry.

 Tyra Banks started out at 17 years of age in Paris, runway modeling. She later posed for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and is most famous for her work as a Victoria's Secret model. She now has her own talk show.

 Adriana was discovered in a local mall in Brasil. She moved to New York and did runway work and appeared on major fashion magazines. She then became a GUESS? girl and a victoria's secret angel.

 This German supermodel started out in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and the Victoria's Secret catalog. She also appeared on several T.V. shows and now produces Telivision shows.

 Gisele is the world's richest supermodel. She was discovered in Brasil and at a young age moved to New York and started appearing on the cover and in many magazines internationally.

Naomi is a british supermodel who first worked the international runways and later posed nude for Playboy. She has has graced over 400 magazine covers. She is also known for her anger problems and feuds.

 Alessandra was discovered in Brazil and has since modelled for Guess?, Victoria's Secret and Christian Dior, just to name a few. She is just getting started, look for her to be higher up in the rankings in a few years.

 This french beauty has taken the right steps to become a star. She appeared in GUESS?, Sports Illustrated, Victoria's Secret and L'Oreal. She is now persuing a career on TV and Film.

Cindy Crawford has been featured on the cover of more than 600 magazines worldwide, including Playboy in which she posed nude. She has appeared in films and TV shows and continues to pose for magazines

Milla was discovered at the tender age of 11. At a young age, she appeared on the cover of many magazines which spurred her acting career. She now jumps between acting and modelling.

This 32 year old model has been through a lot in her life. She started modeling at 14 and was scriticized for her very thin body. She has graced over 300 magazine covers.