Lilly Ulrich

German Teen Model Making Waves on the Global Stage

German Teen Stuns Audiences in New York and Cannes

Compiled by Tashi Narula

Rising German fashion model star Lilly Ulrich is only 14 years old, and already stands 6’2” (189 cm). This stunning young lady has walked in fashion shows for designer Andres Aquino in New York and France, recently earned a Top Model award, and is quickly creating lots of buzz in the fashion and modeling world.

(Duisburg, Germany, 30 May 2024) — At just 14 years old, Lilly Ulrich is already turning heads in the fashion world. Standing tall at 6’4″ (189 cm), Lilly recently captivated audiences at her third major fashion show in Cannes, France. But how did this rising star find her way to the runway?

The story begins with a chance encounter at the Monte Carlo Grand Prix Formula 1 race in Monaco. Lilly’s father, Marco Ulrich, met fashion designer Andres Aquino and high fashion model Kelsie McKenna while they were stuck in an elevator. Marco shared photos of Lilly, who, despite being just 9 years old, was already 5’4″ (163 cm) tall and dreamed of becoming a model. Despite facing bullying for her height, Lilly’s passion for modeling shone through.

A few days later, Lilly received an invitation from Andres Aquino to model at Couture Fashion Week in New York. The renowned designer crafted a special dress for her, and Lilly had the honor of opening his show—a dream come true. Since then, she has walked in multiple shows for Aquino, including the prestigious Global Short Film Awards Gala in Cannes, held annually during the Cannes Film Festival. This black-tie event, known for recognizing excellence in short filmmaking, attracts industry leaders, VIPs, celebrities, and international media.

“Lilly is an exceptional model with rare talent, and I’m thrilled to have become friends with her and her wonderful family,” says designer and producer Andres Aquino. “I eagerly anticipate seeing what the future holds for this remarkable young woman and am excited to work with her on upcoming projects.”

The serendipitous meeting in Monte Carlo, coupled with Aquino’s generosity, has propelled Lilly’s career, demonstrating how unexpected opportunities can lead to extraordinary achievements.

Lilly’s journey has captured the attention of major press outlets including RTL (German TV), Bild, and Welt. At 14, she continues to impress, balancing her modeling career with academic excellence, thanks to the support of her parents.