Chrissy Teigen Net Worth

What is Chrissy Teigen's net worth?

Chrissy Teigen is an American model and social media personality who has a net worth of $100 million. That is a combined net worth with her husband, musician/producer John Legend. He is responsible for the vast majority of the couple's wealth, though in recent years, Chrissy has earned north of $10 million on her own through modeling, endorsement, and television projects.

Chrissy Teigen began her career as a model, signing with the renowned agency IMG Models in 2008. Teigen's modeling career took off when she was featured as a rookie in the 2010 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, and in 2014, she landed the coveted cover of the magazine alongside Nina Agdal and Lily Aldridge. Apart from her work in print and runway modeling, Teigen also appeared in music videos, most notably for her future husband, John Legend, in the song "All of Me."

As a television personality, Chrissy Teigen co-hosted the popular music competition show "Lip Sync Battle" alongside LL Cool J from 2015 to 2019. She also served as a judge on the comedy competition show "Bring the Funny" in 2019. Teigen's passion for cooking and her engaging personality led her to write two bestselling cookbooks, "Cravings: Recipes for All the Food You Want to Eat" (2016) and "Cravings: Hungry for More" (2018). She also launched her own cookware line, Cravings by Chrissy Teigen, further cementing her status as a culinary influencer. Throughout her career, Teigen has remained an authentic and outspoken figure, engaging with fans on social media and advocating for various social causes, which has contributed to her enduring popularity and success.

Early Life

Christine Diane Teigen was born on November 30, 1985, in Delta, Utah. Delta is a small, rural town located about 133 miles southwest of Salt Lake City. The family moved often for her dad's work as an electrician. During her childhood, they lived in Washington State, Idaho, and Hawaii. She attended high school at Snohomish High School in Washington, where she was a cheerleader. Eventually, her family settled in Huntington Beach, California. She was discovered as a teenager by a model scout when she was working at a surf shop. Teigen is of Norwegian (dad) and Thai (mom) descent.

Early Modeling Career

Teigen's professional modeling career began in 2004 when she was featured as an IGN Babe, an early exposure that helped her gain visibility online. She later signed with IMG Models, which represented her internationally.

In 2006 and 2007, she worked as a substitute briefcase model on the game show "Deal or No Deal," giving her early television exposure. Around the same time, she appeared on the cover of Maxim's calendar and began landing campaigns for major brands including Nike, Gap Factory, Venus, Gillette, UGG Australia, Rock & Republic, Nine West, and Billabong.

She also appeared in editorials and on covers for publications such as "Cosmopolitan," "Esquire," "Glamour," and "Italian Vogue," establishing herself as a recognizable face in commercial and editorial modeling.

Sports Illustrated Breakthrough

Teigen's career reached a new level after being introduced to the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit team by model Brooklyn Decker. She made her debut in 2010 and was named Rookie of the Year, an honor that significantly boosted her profile.

She returned for multiple consecutive issues and, in 2014, appeared on the 50th anniversary cover alongside Nina Agdal and Lily Aldridge. The cover marked her transition from working model to mainstream celebrity and opened doors in television and entertainment.

Television and Media Career

As her visibility grew, Teigen expanded into television. She became widely known as the co-host of "Lip Sync Battle" alongside LL Cool J, a role that showcased her comedic timing and personality.

She also hosted the VH1 reality series "Model Employee" and made appearances across a wide range of programs, including "America's Next Top Model," "Watch What Happens Live," "Extra," and "Inside Amy Schumer," where she played a fictionalized version of herself. She later appeared in "The Mindy Project" and lent her voice to an episode of "The Simpsons."

In 2019, she served as a judge on "Bring the Funny," further cementing her role as a television personality. In 2020, she starred in and executive produced "Chrissy's Court," a courtroom-style reality series that streamed on Quibi, marking another step in her evolution from on-air talent to producer.

Cookbooks and the "Cravings" Brand

Teigen's most significant business pivot came through food. In 2016, she released her debut cookbook, "Cravings: Recipes for All the Food You Want to Eat," which became a New York Times bestseller and one of the top-selling cookbooks of the year. The book's success was driven by her accessible recipes and conversational tone.

She followed it with "Cravings: Hungry for More" and later "Cravings: All Together," turning the series into a major publishing franchise. Her success in food extended beyond books. She launched a cookware line, "Cravings by Chrissy Teigen," in partnership with Target, which became a strong retail performer.

In 2019, she expanded further by launching the "Cravings" website, creating a digital platform for recipes, content, and brand extensions. These ventures collectively transformed her into a legitimate player in the lifestyle and food space.

Social Media and Public Persona

A key driver of Teigen's success has been her social media presence. She became one of the most influential celebrity voices online, known for her humor, honesty, and willingness to engage directly with followers.

Her posts often blend everyday life with celebrity experiences, creating a sense of relatability that resonates with a broad audience. This connection has been instrumental in promoting her business ventures and maintaining her relevance.

At times, her outspoken nature has led to controversy, particularly when past online behavior resurfaced and drew criticism. She responded publicly and stepped back from social media for a period before eventually returning.

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Personal Life

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend first met on the set of his 2006 music video for "Stereo." He proposed to her in December 2011. They got married on September 14, 2013, in Como, Italy. They welcomed their first child, a daughter named Luna, in April 2016. They welcomed a son named Miles in 2018. Both children were conceived using in-vitro fertilization. Chrissy has been open about her struggles with post-partum depression.

In 2013, Teigen appeared in her husband John Legend's music video for the song "All Of Me," which he wrote about their relationship.

Teigen donated to Planned Parenthood in 2015 in the wake of the Colorado Springs Planned Parenthood shooting and again in 2018.

Chrissy has been an outspoken critic of President Donald Trump. He blocked her on Twitter in July 2017. In June 2018, she made a $72,000 donation to the ACLU on Trump's 72nd birthday.

Earnings

In 2018 alone, Chrissy earned around $12 million thanks to her various endeavors. That was enough to make her the third highest-paid model on the planet for the year.

Real Estate

In January 2016, John and Chrissy paid $14.1 million for a mansion in Beverly Hills that was previously owned by Rihanna. Rihanna bought the house in 2009 for $6.9 million and immediately uncovered a number of structural problems, notably that in even a mild rain, the home would apparently "flood." Rihanna sold the home in 2012 for $5.2 million. John and Chrissy listed this home for sale in 2021 for $22 million and accepted $16.8 million a few months later. Here's a video tour of this home:

In April 2020, Legend and Teigen bought a $5.1 million modern contemporary house in West Hollywood, California – not far from their current Beverly Hills home, which they purchased for $14.1 million in 2016.  Their real estate portfolio also includes two penthouses in New York City. They bought one in May 2018 for slightly over $9 million and the second in April for $8 million.

In September 2020, John and Chrissy paid $17.5 million for a mansion in Beverly Hills.

In January 2022, John and Chrissy placed a duplex New York City apartment on the market for $18 million. The property was originally two apartments. John and Chrissy acquired the first apartment in 2018 and the second in 2020. In total, they spent $16.70 million on the two apartments.

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