Cynthia Bailey is a renowned American model, actress, and television personality, best known for her long-running role on the reality TV series “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” Born on February 19, 1967, in Decatur, Alabama, Cynthia moved to New York City at age 18 to pursue a modeling career, quickly signing with the prestigious Wilhelmina Models. Her work soon graced the covers of major magazines such as Essence and Vanity Fair, and she modeled for top designers including Valentino, Thierry Mugler, and Isaac Mizrahi. Cynthia’s presence on the runways of Paris and Milan Fashion Weeks established her as a versatile and influential figure in the fashion world from the mid-1980s through the 1990s. Beyond modeling, she ventured into acting with appearances in films such as “Without You I’m Nothing” and TV shows like “The Next :15.” Cynthia is also a successful entrepreneur, launching The Bailey Agency School of Fashion and her line of accessories, Cynthia Bailey Eyewear. Known for her elegance, grace, and business acumen, she balances her professional endeavors with her roles as a devoted mother and wife.