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Kai Schreiber Makes History as First Trans Model Honored
16 Sep
Summary
- Kai Schreiber received Breakthrough Model of the Year at Fashion Media Awards.
- She is the first transgender girl to receive this prestigious award.
- Her parents, Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber, proudly supported her.

On September 11, 2026, Kai Schreiber achieved a significant milestone by receiving the Breakthrough Model of the Year award at the Fashion Media Awards. This recognition marks her as the first transgender girl to be honored with this award. Kai's parents, actors Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber, were in attendance to celebrate her achievement, showcasing their unwavering support.
Kai, who made her modeling debut with Valentino in 2025, has been vocal about her identity and advocacy for the trans community. She expressed deep gratitude for her family's unconditional support and for being welcomed into the fashion world, calling it her "fashion family."
The proud parents attended the Thom Browne Spring/Summer 2027 show during New York Fashion Week, where Kai also walked the runway. Schreiber has publicly praised Kai's courage in embracing her identity, while Watts has spoken about Kai's readiness to pursue her career at a young age.