“The Most Beautiful Girl” Is All Grown Up Now — but Her New Look Sparks Heated Controversy

Once hailed as “the most beautiful girl in the world” at just six years old, Thylane Blondeau has grown up in the spotlight, walking the runways of Paris Fashion Week and beyond. Now 24, the French model, actress, and entrepreneur continues to captivate the world — not only with her impressive career but also with her stunning looks.

A photo capturing her striking blue eyes and angelic features quickly went viral, skyrocketing her to fame.

At just six years old, Thylane captured the attention of the fashion world and the internet alike, sparking a buzz that was both a blessing and a challenge.

By the age of 10, she made history as the youngest model ever to appear in Vogue Paris. However, the photoshoot stirred controversy, with critics arguing that the images were too mature for someone so young, raising concerns about the risks involved.

Thylane’s mother, Véronika Loubry, stood by her daughter firmly, even joking that the only shocking thing about the photos was the necklace Thylane wore — an accessory valued at 3 million Euros at the time.

Fast forward to 2025, and Thylane Blondeau has transformed far beyond the child the world once knew.

Now a grown woman, she is redefining her image and career. She has modeled for prestigious brands like Dolce & Gabbana, L’Oréal, and Jean Paul Gaultier — the same designer who discovered her.

But it’s not just the modeling gigs that define her. In recent years, Thylane has ventured into entrepreneurship. In 2018, she launched her own fashion brand, Heaven May, a name inspired by her younger brother. The brand included a range of casual and contemporary streetwear, reflecting her personal aesthetic and vision.

In 2025, Thylane expanded her entrepreneurial pursuits by launching her own beauty brand, ENALYHT — a creative inversion of her first name. On the official website, Thylane shared the inspiration behind the brand: “My passion for hair care began at the age of 16, when I discovered the world of modeling. I made myself a promise: if I could regain healthy, strong, natural hair, I would create my own range. A range that is respectful, effective, and authentic.”

As Thylane grew older, public reactions to her changing appearance have been mixed.

Though her transformation has earned admiration from many, others express a longing for the innocence of her childhood image.

Social media is filled with a mix of praise and critique. One user wrote, “Absolutely gorgeous,” while another noted, “So she ended up the most beautiful woman in the world... from being tag ’most beautiful child.’”

However, some netizens couldn’t help but reminisce about her childhood charm. One asked, “Thylane, why didn’t you keep blond hair when you became a model?!” Others were more critical, commenting, “Enough with the lips already,” “Plastic surgeries done on her,” and “What would she look like without silicone?”

The title that once made her famous continues to follow her.

While many applaud the way she has navigated life in the spotlight, others treat her appearance as a constant benchmark — scrutinizing every change, wrinkle, or style shift against that iconic childhood image.

This kind of scrutiny isn’t exclusive to Thylane. Still, she continues to carve out her own path, carefully balancing public expectations with her desire for personal freedom. In interviews, Thylane has addressed the ongoing attention to her looks with remarkable grace.

She recognizes the impact of early fame and the immense pressure to maintain a flawless image. She said, “People are like, ’You know, you’re the most beautiful girl in the world,’ and you’re like, ’I’m not, I’m just playing with my iPad.’ Even today, people are like, ’You are the most beautiful girl,’ and I’m like, ’No, I’m still not, I’m just a human being, a teenager.’”

But Thylane isn’t the only one keeping fans talking. Recently, Kelly Osbourne’s dramatic transformation has stirred heated controversy, igniting a wave of debate among her followers.