Kaia Jordan Gerber arrived on the fashion scene with instant recognition – being the daughter of supermodel Cindy Crawford does that – but she’s proven her career is much more than just a family legacy. Born September 3, 2001, in Los Angeles, Kaia has forged her own path, blending the poise of her mother with a distinctly modern edge since her professional debut at sixteen.
What sets Kaia apart from other celebrity offspring is her undeniable talent. Her breakout runway season in 2018 saw her walking for heavyweights like Chanel, Prada, Marc Jacobs, and Versace – jobs that don’t go to just anyone with a famous last name. Her sharp features and effortless stride quickly made her a fixture in the world’s top shows.
Kaia is upfront about both the advantages and the pressures of her lineage. “I think it helped me navigate the industry in a way that I wouldn’t have been able to otherwise,” she told Elle in 2022, reflecting on having Cindy Crawford as a mentor. “But I had to find my own way through it. There wasn’t really a handbook on how to do this job.”
Beyond the runway, Kaia’s ambitions stretch into acting. She’s been quietly assembling an on-screen resume, turning heads with roles in American Horror Story and, more recently, in the 2023 film Bottoms, where her surprising comedic chops earned praise from critics who were ready to underestimate her.
Outside of her work, Kaia keeps her personal life mostly under wraps, even as the paparazzi and public speculation swirl around her relationships. She gravitates toward fellow creatives – actors and musicians familiar with the strange exhilaration and pressure of public life.
She’s currently dating actor Lewis Pullman, son of Bill Pullman, with the pair first spotted together in mid-2023. Before that, her high-profile romance with Austin Butler, the star of Elvis, ended in early 2023 after more than a year. Kaia’s dating history also includes a year-long relationship with Jacob Elordi during the pandemic, and a brief but headline-grabbing period with Pete Davidson.
Of course, being young and in the spotlight means rumors are part of the deal. Kaia has been linked to everyone from Harry Styles to Tommy Dorfman, though most of these stories are more fiction than fact.
At only 22, Kaia has already weathered more scrutiny than most people see in a lifetime. She’s handled it with surprising maturity, protecting her privacy while using her platform for things that matter. Mental health, especially, is a topic close to her heart. “I’ve had so many experiences where I felt like I couldn’t say no,” she told Vogue in 2021, opening up about her struggles. “Now, I’ve learned how important it is to set boundaries.”
Past Relationships
Lewis Pullman
Austin Butler
Jacob Elordi
Pete Davidson
Wellington Grant
With every runway appearance and new acting role, Kaia is quietly defining success on her own terms. She’s not simply tracing her mother’s footsteps – she’s carving out a legacy that’s all her own, one thoughtful choice at a time.