Niki Taylor, born Nicole Renee Taylor on March 5, 1975, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is an American supermodel and television host. She began her modeling career at the age of 13 and quickly rose to fame, becoming the second youngest person to appear on the cover of Vogue at 15. Taylor has graced the covers of numerous magazines, including Allure, Elle, and Marie Claire, and was the first spokesmodel under 18 to sign a major contract with CoverGirl. Despite facing personal challenges, including a near-fatal car accident in 2001, she has continued to model and remains a prominent figure in the fashion industry.