Jordan Oguntayo has rewritten the rules of success, becoming the youngest person ever featured on Forbes’ Under 30 Europe list at just 14 years old. The Nigerian-British modeling prodigy, who began his career at seven with a Burberry campaign, now stands among Europe’s most influential young visionaries.
Born to Nigerian parents in the UK, Oguntayo’s career has skyrocketed with campaigns for luxury brands including Dior, Calvin Klein, and Tommy Hilfiger. A frequent face in Zara’s global advertisements, he has completed over 300 shoots across Europe and graced the runway at London Fashion Week – milestones many adult models strive for years to achieve.
Beyond his modeling accolades, Oguntayo has emerged as an inspirational figure for children of color worldwide. “I want children everywhere to know that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible,” he shares. His journey reflects extraordinary determination, proving that age is no barrier to extraordinary achievement.
With his sights set on becoming the world’s most-booked child model, Oguntayo continues to redefine industry standards while championing representation in fashion.

