Personal details
Name: Agyness DeynBorn: 16/02/1983 (Age: 28)
From: Greater Manchester, UK
Famous for: You've seen her around but can't quite put your finger on what she does...
Relationship status: We can't keep up with these young folk!
All about this star
In a nutshell
Agnes had a head start in life by having a cool retro name. If she'd been called, say, Sarah or Michelle, we doubt she'd be having half the success she's managed so far. And if you believe that, best not read the 'did you know?' section at the bottom. But anyway ? being called an ambassador of British youth culture is definitely something this girl should be proud of.
Born in Failsworth, Greater Manchester meant an ordinary start in life. Going to school, working in the local fish and chip shop, that sort of thing. But things took a different turn when she was spotted by ? wait for it ? Rossendale Free Press in their 'Face of 99' modelling competition. After moving to London it's claimed her northern attitude (ie, slamming down her portfolio in Models 1 and refusing to leave until she was signed) gave her the drive to excel where others may have failed.
Things have really exploded for Agnes ? in her short career up to now she's already been on the cover of American and British Vogue as well as being featured in The Sunday Times Style magazine, Grazia, i-D and Pop.
You could be forgiven for finding Agnes a little bit irritating. After all, she's doing well for herself, is seen at all of the best parties, dresses well, probably earns a fortune etc etc etc. But, after we heard her on the Chris Moyles show, she's actually not that bad. Honest. Give the girl a chance.
Actually, hang on. Now she's singing in a band called the Five O'Clock Heroes alongside EVERYTHING ELSE? And she's just moved to NEW YORK CITY??
Mustn't... get...... jealous.........
