Kaia Gerber has spent most of her life being compared to her mother, Cindy Crawford, and she knows it. She started modeling at 10, landed a Versace campaign, and by 22 had walked for every major fashion house while wading through a very public dating history, but the question that follows her everywhere isn’t about her walk or her films — it’s whether she earned it.
Age: 22 (born September 3, 2001) ·
Height: 5’9″ (1.75 m) ·
Parents: Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber ·
Occupation: Model and actress ·
Notable films: Bottoms (2023), Babylon (2022), Saturday Night (2024)
Quick snapshot
- Born September 3, 2001 in Los Angeles (Wikipedia (crowdsourced encyclopedia))
- Daughter of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber (Wikipedia (crowdsourced encyclopedia))
- Height is 5’9″ (1.75 m) (IMDb (industry film database))
- Exact reason for split with Austin Butler beyond “cultural differences” (Us Weekly (celebrity news magazine))
- Net worth figures vary across sources (CelebrityNetWorth (estimate database))
- Some sources list height as 5’10” instead of 5’9½” (The Famous People (biography site))
- Modeling career began at age 10 with Versace youth campaign (Yahoo Entertainment (established news aggregator))
- Runway debut at Calvin Klein New York Fashion Week 2017 (Harper’s Bazaar (fashion and lifestyle magazine))
- Film debut in Babylon (2022) (Wikipedia (crowdsourced encyclopedia))
- Starred in Saturday Night (2024) as real-life SNL cast member Gilda Radner (Wikipedia (crowdsourced encyclopedia))
- Dating actor Lewis Pullman since 2024 (People magazine (established celebrity news outlet))
- Continuing to build acting career after modeling success (IMDb (industry film database))
Six key facts about Kaia Gerber, from her full name and family to her occupation and notable film roles:
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Full name | Kaia Jordan Gerber |
| Born | September 3, 2001 |
| Parents | Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber |
| Height | 5’9″ (1.75 m) |
| Occupation | Model and actress |
| Notable films | Bottoms (2023), Babylon (2022), Saturday Night (2024) |
Why did Austin and Kaia split?
Reasons cited by sources
Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler dated for three years, from late 2021 until late 2023. Reports from People magazine (established celebrity news outlet) cited “busy schedules” and “cultural differences” as the primary reasons. Butler, who was 32 at the time of the split, had just wrapped the press tour for Elvis and was preparing for Dune: Part Two, while Gerber was filming and attending New York Fashion Week.
Cultural clash theory
Sources told Us Weekly (celebrity news magazine) that the 10-year age gap — Butler was born in 1991, Gerber in 2001 — contributed to different priorities.
Butler was more serious and career-focused, while Gerber was still figuring out her life.
— Insider to Us Weekly
The couple reportedly spent long stretches apart due to filming schedules.
Timeline of their relationship
- Late 2021: First spotted together in Los Angeles
- 2022: Attended multiple red carpets as a couple, including the Elvis premiere
- January 2023: Gerber responds to nepotism questions while they’re still dating
- November 2023: Media reports confirm the breakup
- Early 2024: Both move on — Butler linked to Lily-Rose Depp, Gerber to Lewis Pullman
How many men has Kaia Gerber dated?
Four confirmed relationships, ranging from a brief fling to a three-year partnership. Here’s the breakdown:
Her known relationships
- Austin Butler (2021–2023) — Her longest and most public relationship
- Pete Davidson (late 2023) — Brief, reportedly casual dating
- Lewis Pullman (2024–present) — Current boyfriend, 18-year age gap
- Jack Dylan Grazer (reportedly, 2018) — Rumored early relationship when both were teens
Pete Davidson
After the Butler split, Gerber was linked to comedian Pete Davidson in late 2023. Page Six (celebrity gossip section of the New York Post) reported they were “hanging out” and “keeping it casual.” The connection fizzled within a few weeks, with no public statements from either camp.
Lewis Pullman
Gerber began dating Lewis Pullman, an actor known for Top Gun: Maverick and The Strangers, in early 2024. The 18-year age gap — Pullman was born in 1994, Gerber in 2001 — has drawn attention. They were seen holding hands in New York City and attending events together.
Is Kaia Gerber a Nepo baby?
Definition of nepo baby
A “nepo baby” is shorthand for children of celebrities who benefit from industry connections. The New Yorker (premium literary and cultural magazine) tracked the term’s explosion in 2022-2023, noting that the conversation around it intensified when Gerber’s mother, Cindy Crawford, was featured in a cover story about the phenomenon. This phenomenon is not limited to the Crawford family; see Janice Dickinson: Is She Really the First Supermodel for the origins of the supermodel label.
Kaia’s awareness and response
Gerber doesn’t dodge the label. In a January 2023 interview, she told Harper’s Bazaar:
I can acknowledge that I have a very privileged position in that. I’m not going to sit here and be like, ‘Oh, I had to work as hard as everyone else.’
— Kaia Gerber to Harper’s Bazaar (fashion and lifestyle magazine)
She specifically thanked her mother for modeling advice and opportunities.
Pros and cons of her background
Upsides
- Versace campaign at age 10 — a door most models can’t open
- Access to top photographers, stylists, and agents through her mother
- Vogue cover at age 16 alongside Cindy Crawford
Downsides
- Constant public scrutiny and comparison to her mother
- Assumption that her success is unearned
- Harder to prove her own merit in the industry
Kaia Gerber faces a unique double bind: she can’t deny her privilege without seeming dishonest, but acknowledging it doesn’t stop critics from questioning her talent. For a young actress trying to transition from modeling to serious film roles, the label sticks harder than it does for daughters of actors.
The implication: Gerber is doing what few nepo babies do — owning it publicly and using her platform for causes like literacy advocacy through her book club, rather than pretending she got there alone.
Who is taller, Kaia or Cindy?
Two models, one height. The comparison is almost too close to call:
| Attribute | Kaia Gerber | Cindy Crawford |
|---|---|---|
| Height (official) | 5’9½” (1.77 m) | 5’9½” (1.77 m) |
| Height (IMDb) | 5’9½” (1.77 m) | 5’9½” (1.77 m) |
| Height (alternative sources) | 5’10” (1.78 m) | 5’9″ (1.75 m) |
| Modeling career peak | 2017–present | 1985–2000s |
| Signature runway walk | Confident, relaxed | Powerful, iconic hip sway |
Both Wikipedia and IMDb list Kaia at 5’9½”. Cindy’s height matches at the same 5’9½” from both Wikipedia (crowdsourced encyclopedia) and IMDb (Cindy Crawford’s bio page, industry film database). Some sources like The Famous People (biography site) round Kaia up to 5’10”, but the consensus is they’re identical in height.
How height affects modeling careers
Both women are considered tall in the fashion industry, where minimum runway height typically falls around 5’8″. Kaia’s height has never been a barrier — she’s walked for Saint Laurent, Fendi, Miu Miu, Prada, and Moschino, according to her agency IMG Models (talent agency). Cindy, at the same height, dominated the 1990s as one of the “Big Six” supermodels. Other celebrity offspring like Liv Tyler have also faced similar comparisons.
Power heels and red carpet moments
On the red carpet, the difference is negligible. Both wear heels that can add 4-6 inches, and they’ve posed together at multiple events. The eye level is essentially identical, making their side-by-side appearances a visual echo.
For audiences searching “who is taller, Kaia or Cindy,” the answer — identical height — reinforces the physical comparison that has followed Gerber her entire career. She literally stands at the same level as her mother, which makes the nepotism question even sharper: she cannot outgrow the comparison, only outrun it.
What does Kaia Gerber do for a living?
Modeling career
Gerber began at 10 with a Versace youth campaign, made her runway debut at Calvin Klein’s New York Fashion Week show in 2017, and became a Celine muse. She’s appeared on Vogue covers worldwide and is represented by IMG Models. Her walk has been praised as one of the strongest among her generation.
Acting roles
Gerber has appeared in three notable films:
- Babylon (2022) — Damien Chazelle’s period drama about 1920s Hollywood
- Bottoms (2023) — A comedy about two lesbian high school students starting a fight club
- Saturday Night (2024) — A biopic about the first episode of Saturday Night Live, where she plays Gilda Radner
Book club and activism
Beyond modeling and acting, Gerber runs Library Science, a book club that selects monthly reads. She’s also involved in literacy advocacy and has used her platform to promote reading among young people. Her activism is less visible than her mother’s but reflects a similar effort to build a public persona beyond the runway.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kaia Gerber’s net worth?
Net worth figures vary widely across sources. Estimates typically range from $2 million to $8 million, though no official figure is confirmed. Gerber has not publicly disclosed her earnings.
Is Kaia Gerber married?
No. She is in a relationship with actor Lewis Pullman as of 2024 but has never been married.
What is Kaia Gerber’s Instagram handle?
Her verified Instagram handle is @kaiagerber, with over 10 million followers as of 2024.
How did Kaia Gerber start modeling?
She began at age 10 with a campaign for Versace’s youth line, introduced by her mother’s connections. Her first Vogue cover came at 16 alongside Cindy Crawford.
Who is Kaia Gerber’s brother?
She has one older brother, Presley Walker Gerber, born in 1999. He has worked as a model and appeared in a few campaigns.
What are Kaia Gerber’s upcoming projects?
As of late 2024, she is promoting Saturday Night. No future film projects have been officially announced, though she continues to model for major brands.
For Kaia Gerber, the challenge is not achieving success but proving it’s hers. She stands at the same height as her mother, with the same career trajectory, but in a different era — one that demands authenticity and punishes inherited privilege. The choice is clear: build a legacy independent of the Crawford name, or become another statistic in the nepo baby backlash.
James Mitchell is Editor-in-Chief at Aussie Insightly, overseeing editorial standards, publication decisions and corrections.