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Nell Hornby struggled with mental illness throughout Twiggy’s childhood, disappearing periodically into psychiatric wards, leaving Norman to care for their three daughters. (Twiggy was the youngest.)
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[Fact] Twiggy's mother, Nell Hornby, had a mental illness and was periodically hospitalized, during which time her father, Norman, cared for their three daughters, with Twiggy being the youngest.
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News Article
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{
    "father": "Norman",
    "mother": "Nell Hornby",
    "person": "Twiggy",
    "siblings": "Two older sisters"
}
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Family Biography
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Created
September 18, 2026 at 5:20 PM (3 weeks ago)
Last Updated
September 18, 2026 at 5:20 PM (3 weeks ago)

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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/16/style/twiggy-documentary.html

Lesley Hornby, known as Twiggy, the iconic 1960s model, is the subject of a new documentary, "Twiggy: The Woman Behind the Icon," arriving in America this month. At 77, Twiggy reflects on her groundbreaking career in modeling, film, theater, and fashion, highlighting her enduring poise and impact.

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