Heidi Klum Supports Son Henry as He Walked During Kith’s Long-Awaited Return to the Runway
The supermodel’s 19-year-old son made his runway debut at Paris Fashion Week in January
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- Heidi Klum’s son, Henry Samuel, walked in Kith’s long-awaited runway show in New York City
- The supermodel sat front row in support of her 19-year-old son, who wore a denim ensemble from the designer’s Fall 2025 collection
- Henry made his Paris Fashion Week runway debut runway debut in January
Like mother, like son!
Heidi Klum was one proud mom over the weekend when she sat front row to watch her 19-year-old son, Henry Samuel, walk in Kith’s first runway show in six years on Sunday, Aug. 17.
The supermodel, 52, uploaded a series of photos and videos to her Instagram that documented her time at the long-awaited fashion event, which was staged on the streets of New York City’s NoHo neighborhood just outside its newly-renovated flagship store.
“So many beautiful Models on the @kith catwalk in New York tonight, but I only have eyes for you @henrygunthersamuel,” she captioned her post.
Henry wore a denim-on-denim ensemble, including a light wash jacket and coordinating bottoms that were layered over a white bomber jacket and a collared shirt buttoned to the top. He was styled in matching white sneakers to complete the look.
Klum gave her viewers a glimpse of the collection in the slides that followed, highlighting the line that mixed preppy and sporty, catering the spontaneous N.Y.C. lifestyle. In another clip, Gashi’s impromptu performance was featured.
Henry’s walk in Kith’s runway show comes fresh off his recently-signed modeling deal with NEXT Management, the modeling agency that will foster his fashion and entertainment career.
“I’ve grown up around fashion and entertainment, but stepping into this world myself is a whole new experience. I’m grateful to Next Management for this opportunity and excited to learn, grow, and find my own voice in the industry,” Henry said via press release in July.
The news comes just after Henry made his runway debut at the Lena Erziak show during Paris Haute Couture Week back in January. By March, the rising star landed the cover of Hunger Magazine.
In Paris, Henry walked in the Lena Erziak Haute Couture Spring-Summer 2025 show at Hotel le Marois, as seen in a supportive video post Klum uploaded on Instagram at the time.
“So proud of you Henry – Opening the Lena Erziak Haute Couture Show in Paris ❤️❤️❤️ @henrysamle @lena_erziak,” Klum captioned the post.
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The clip pictured Henry looking as confident as ever as he strutted down the catwalk in a black suit with an open back. The teen also modeled a second look that consisted of a full black suit with an oversized scarf, according to Vogue Germany.
In addition to Henry, Klum is also a mother to Leni, 20, Johan, 18, and Lou, 15, with her ex-husband Seal.
When speaking with Vogue Germany, Henry said that his mom and sister Leni — who is also a model — shared some insightful pieces of advice.
“Leni told me to look straight ahead and walk as if I was balancing a book on my head. My mother told me to do my best and not forget to have fun,” said Henry, noting that Klum also reminds him to be aware of his posture.
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As for whether he has dreamt of becoming a model and following in her footsteps, Henry told the publication, “Not necessarily.”
“I have many interests — sports, music, film and fashion. I want to use the different creative experiences that are available to me to find the right path for my future,” he added.
Both of Henry’s parents inspire his creativity.
“I admire the hard work they put into their success every day. Their creativity inspires me, and they have always encouraged my siblings and me to pursue our own artistic interests,” he told the fashion outlet.
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