David James Gandy, widely known as David Gandy, is an English model and creative director who has made a significant impact in the fashion industry.
Gandy began his career after winning a televised model search competition, which catapulted him into the spotlight and paved the way for his successful modeling career.
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- Full name: David James Gandy
- Stage Name: David Gandy
- Date of birth: February 19, 1980
- Age: 44 years old
- Place of birth: Billericay, United Kingdom
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Model
- Height: 1.91m
- Parents: Chris Gandy and Brenda Gandy
- Siblings: Claire
- Spouse: Stephanie Mendoros
- Children: 2
- Relationship: Engaged
- Net worth: $9 million
Early life and education
David James Gandy was born on 19 February 1980 in Billericay, United Kingdom. He was raised by his parents, Chris Gandy and Brenda Gandy, and grew up with his older sister Claire.
Gandy originally attended the University of Gloucestershire but dropped out to focus on his fashion career. He is white and Christian.
Career
As a young man, David Gandy aspired to be a vet, but his grades weren’t good enough. While studying multimedia computing, he worked delivering luxury cars to test them out. In 2001, while studying marketing at the University of Gloucestershire, his roommate entered him into a TV modelling competition, which he won and landed him a contract with Select Model Management.
Gandy dropped out of college just before completing his degree to pursue modeling full-time. Early in his career, he modeled for many popular brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Zara, Hugo Boss, Carolina Herreraand others. In 2006, he became the face of Dolce & Gabbanaappeared in their campaigns and fashion shows until 2011.
Gandy is best known for his smash hit 2007 Light blue perfume campaign for Dolce & Gabbanaincluding a 50-foot-tall billboard in Times Square. He continues to be the face of Light blue fragrance in the following campaigns.
Over the years, Gandy has appeared extensively in magazines, on covers and in fashion editorials. In 2011, Dolce & Gabbana published a 280-page photo book documenting their collaboration. Gandy has also served as a brand ambassador for companies such as Johnnie Walker.
Social media
- Instagram Name: @davidgandy_official
- Facebook Name: David James Gandy
- Twitter Username: @DGandyOfficial
Personal life
David Gandy and Stephanie Mendoros have been engaged since 2016. A devoted couple, they have welcomed two children into their lives, further strengthening the bond they share. The family lives together, cherishing every moment and creating lasting memories.
Net worth
David Gandy is a British model who has achieved the distinction of being one of the highest-paid male models in the world. With an estimated net worth of $9 million, Gandy has risen to the top of his field thanks to his good looks, toned physique, and business acumen.
