Career Timeline of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Rosie Huntington-Whiteley built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is a prominent English model and actress. She gained significant recognition as a Victoria's Secret Angel and became the face of Burberry Body in 2011. She has also collaborated with Marks & Spencer and denim brand Paige, solidifying her presence in both high fashion and commercial ventures.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2003: Signed After Leaving School

In the Summer of 2003, after leaving school at the age of 16, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was signed and her first modeling session was for a Levi's jeans commercial.

January 2004: First Big Break with Teen Vogue

In January 2004, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley got her first big break when she traveled to New York City for a shoot with Teen Vogue, which was a significant step in her early career.

2006: Signed with Victoria's Secret

In early 2006, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was signed to American lingerie brand Victoria's Secret and debuted at the brand's fashion show in Los Angeles, marking a significant point in her modeling career.

November 2008: British Vogue Cover

In November 2008, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley got her first British Vogue cover alongside Eden Clark and Jourdan Dunn, a feature celebrating British models.

2009: Campaigns for Godiva and Miss Sixty

For Fall/Winter 2009, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley modeled in campaigns for Godiva and Miss Sixty, enhancing her portfolio.

2009: Face of Karen Millen's Spring/Summer Campaign

In 2009, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was featured as the face of Karen Millen's Spring/Summer advertising campaign, further establishing her presence in the fashion industry.

February 2010: Victoria's Secret Angel

In February 2010, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley officially became a Victoria's Secret Angel and participated in the annual Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City, a major milestone in her career.

May 2010: Harper's Bazaar Russia and GQ UK Covers

In May 2010, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley appeared on the covers of Harper's Bazaar Russia and GQ UK, which increased her visibility in the fashion world.

May 2010: Cast in Transformers: Dark of the Moon

In May 2010, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was announced as the new female lead in Transformers: Dark of the Moon, replacing Megan Fox. This marked a significant step in her acting career.

March 2011: First Solo British Vogue Cover

In March 2011, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley landed her first solo British Vogue cover and also appeared on the covers of the UK's July issues of Elle and GQ, marking a significant milestone in her career.

June 2011: Release of Transformers: Dark of the Moon

On June 29, 2011, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, starring Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, was released. She replaced Megan Fox in the movie.

July 2011: Models.com Ranking

As of July 2011, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was ranked No. 15 on "The Money Girls" list and No. 3 on the "Top 20 Sexiest Models" list at models.com, reflecting her status and earnings in the modeling industry.

July 2011: Face of Burberry Body

In July 2011, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was unveiled as the face of Burberry's newest fragrance, Burberry Body, marking another significant endorsement deal.

2011: Face of Burberry Body

In 2011, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley became the face of Burberry's brand fragrance, Burberry Body, marking a significant achievement in her modeling career.

2011: Role in Transformers: Dark of the Moon

In 2011, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley had a supporting role as Carly Spencer in the film Transformers: Dark of the Moon, marking her entry into acting.

2013: Marks & Spencer Christmas Advert

In 2013, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley starred alongside Helena Bonham Carter and David Gandy in the Marks & Spencer Christmas advert. She was also announced as the face of Australian cosmetics brand ModelCo.

2014: PAIGE Ambassador

In 2014, PAIGE announced Rosie Huntington-Whiteley as their ambassador for their upcoming Spring 2015 ad campaign, establishing a partnership with the denim brand.

May 2015: Release of Mad Max: Fury Road

In May 2015, Mad Max: Fury Road, featuring Rosie Huntington-Whiteley as The Splendid Angharad, was released. She played one of the Five Wives of the warlord Immortan Joe.

2015: PAIGE Spring 2015 Ad Campaign

In 2015, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley became the ambassador for PAIGE as part of their Spring ad campaign.

2015: Role in Mad Max: Fury Road

In 2015, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley played The Splendid Angharad in the film Mad Max: Fury Road, adding to her acting roles.

2015: FHM's World's Sexiest Woman Poll

In 2015, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was voted No. 22 in FHM's World's Sexiest Woman poll, recognizing her popularity and appeal.

2016: Forbes' Highest Paid Models List

In 2016, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley appeared at #5 on Forbes' world's highest-paid models list with estimated earnings at $9 million, highlighting her financial success in the modeling industry.

February 2017: Rosie HW x PAIGE Collaboration

In February 2017, PAIGE launched their first-ever design collaboration with Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, a 17-piece capsule collection for Spring called Rosie HW x PAIGE.

2017: Forbes' Highest Paid Models List

In 2017, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley appeared at #5 on Forbes' world's highest-paid models list with estimated earnings at $9.5 million, continuing to demonstrate her financial success in the modeling industry.

August 2021: Rose Inc. Brand Expansion

In August 2021, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's website "Rose Inc." expanded to selling its own clean makeup and skincare, moving beyond being just a beauty publication.