Margaux Hemingway 1954 – 1996

Biography

Margaux Hemingway was born on February 16, 1954, in Portland, beginning a life that would span the worlds of high fashion and entertainment. With striking beauty and natural poise, she built a successful career as a fashion model, gracing runways and magazine covers during an era when modeling was becoming an increasingly prominent profession. Her presence in the modeling world opened doors to broader opportunities in the entertainment industry.

Beyond her work as a model, Margaux pursued a career in acting, bringing her distinctive presence to film and television. She navigated the demands of both industries during the 1970s and 1980s, establishing herself as a multifaceted performer. Her contributions to fashion and entertainment reflected the energy and ambition of her era.

On July 1, 1996, Margaux passed away in Santa Monica at the age of 42, following a barbiturate overdose. Her death marked a tragic end to a life lived in the public eye. She was laid to rest at Ketchum Cemetery in Blaine County, Idaho, where she remains remembered for her work and the mark she left on the fashion and entertainment industries during her lifetime.