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Heidi Klum, a woman who stands for elegance, success, and inspiration worldwide, will be honoured this year with the BAMBI 2025 Award in the Entertainment category. Heidi Klum shows that success and humanity are not mutually exclusive. With her energy, humour, and openness, she has long been a role model for generations who want to follow their own path. With this award, Hubert Burda Media honours a woman who not only entertains but also inspires – with courage, heart, and a clear vision. Heidi Klum stands for an extraordinary career that extends far beyond the boundaries of the fashion and entertainment industry, and a lasting contribution to the promotion of diversity and social inclusion.
Heidi Klum has found her true calling in the award-winning TV show “Germany's Next Topmodel”, which has been thrilling millions of viewers since 2006. Her keen eye for talent and tireless dedication inspire countless people and shape the fashion and entertainment industries. Now in its 20th season, the show has not only launched careers but also brought socially relevant topics such as diversity and inclusion into focus. Klum is consistently committed to breaking down beauty ideals and putting people of different backgrounds, ages, body types, and genders in the spotlight – showing that true beauty comes from within. “Germany's Next Topmodel” has long been more than just a casting show – it is a cultural phenomenon that captures and reflects the spirit of the times. In over 300 hours of airtime and 333 episodes, 542 contestants have realised their dreams on the big stage.
“We celebrate Heidi Klum for what she has consistently demonstrated on set and in interviews over the years: discipline combined with lighthearted cheerfulness, professionalism combined with warm respect and refreshing openness.”
Sophie Grützner, editor-in-chief of InStyle and part of the BAMBI jury, describes Heidi Klum's uniqueness
As Germany's international figurehead, Heidi Klum has enjoyed a career that is second to none. She began her journey in 1992 by winning the “Model 92” competition. Her international breakthrough came six years later when she became the first German model to grace the cover of the legendary Sports Illustrated magazine. From the catwalks of the world to the famous “Victoria's Secret” Angels, she has established herself as a global top model. But Heidi Klum is much more than a fashion icon: she has made a name for herself as a successful entrepreneur, producer, and presenter.
In addition to her professional success, Heidi Klum has been actively involved in social causes for many years. As a supporter of UNICEF and foundations such as the Elton John AIDS Foundation and amfAR, she uses her influence to raise awareness of important issues and help people in need.
The BAMBI 2025 in the Entertainment category is the third BAMBI for Heidi Klum.
The BAMBI Awards ceremony will be streamed live from Bavaria Studios on November 13, 2025, at 8:15 p.m. The live broadcast is available free of charge on Prime Video for the first time. All Amazon customers can stream BAMBI without a Prime membership.
Since 1948, BAMBI has honoured personalities who touch Germany, achieve something special, and serve as role models. As a journalistic platform, BAMBI takes responsibility for society and makes the messages of the award winners visible – emotionally, profoundly, and digitally. This year, the award will be presented in more than 12 categories.
For the third time in a row, the BAMBI awards ceremony will take place in Munich, sponsored by the Bavarian State Chancellery. Streaming service Prime Video will once again broadcast the ceremony live as a media partner. This year's official BAMBI partners are AIGNER, Chopard, Dr. Barbara Sturm, ELASTEN Trink-Kollagen, ELOTRANS reload, IhreApotheken.de, LLOYD, Schwarzkopf, and Yacht-Magazin. The ceremony is also supported by partners ANDECHSER NATUR, Augustiner-Bräu, Champagne Laurent-Perrier, Degussa, EDEKA, ipuro, JUVIA, L'Osteria, Nespresso, Staatl. Fachingen, and Südliche Weinstraße (Pfalz).
