Biography
Who is Ai Tominaga?
Early life and career beginnings
Born in Sagamihara, Japan, on August 1, 1982, Ai Tominaga began a career that eventually made her a pioneer in the fashion industry. She is frequently recognized as one of the very first Asian models to successfully walk on European catwalks.
Over the years, she has graced the covers of numerous high-end fashion magazines. Her portfolio includes appearances on the front pages of Vogue editions in Japan, Russia, America, France, Britain, and Germany. She has also been featured in Harper's Bazaar across markets like China, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, alongside Elle and Marie Claire.
Runway and fashion campaigns
The model has walked the runway for an extensive list of major fashion houses. Her list of designers includes names such as Christian Dior, Gucci, Ralph Lauren, Alexander McQueen, Givenchy, Valentino, and Michael Kors. She also worked with Vivienne Tam, John Galliano, Anna Sui, Karl Lagerfeld, Lanvin, and Dolce and Gabbana.
Beyond the catwalk, she has appeared in advertising campaigns for prominent brands like Hermès, Tag Heuer, Moschino, Banana Republic, Yves Saint Laurent, and Gucci. Her work has been captured by well-known photographers including Nick Knight, Annie Leibovitz, Steven Meisel, Peter Lindbergh, Mert and Marcus, and Ellen von Unwerth. She especially appeared in the 2004 Pirelli Calendar.
Acting and television work
Ai Tominaga has built a substantial acting career alongside her modeling work. Her film roles include Silene in the 2004 movie Devilman, as well as parts in R100, From the End of the World, and La Grande Maison Paris. On television, she portrayed Linda Machiko Richard in La Grande Maison Tokyo, Onimaru in Waru, and Tokugawa Yoshimune in Ōoku: The Inner Chambers.
She also appeared in the 2025 project Unbound as Takaoka and provided a voiceover for the receptionist in The Amazing Spider-Man. Currently based in Tokyo, she continues to work as a television and radio personality while managing various public events.
Personal life and family
In October 2004, Ai Tominaga married a Japanese chef who lived in Paris. The couple had a son named Akitsugu in March 2005. They divorced in April 2009, with the model retaining custody of their child. She later announced a pregnancy in December 2025 with actor Ikken Yamamoto and gave birth to her second child in May 2026.
Birthday and age
Ai Tominaga was born on August 1, 1982, which makes Ai 44 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Ai shares the date with 56 other famous people.
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