Heidi Klum turns 50: a look back (25 images)

By Wade Sheridan

Heidi Klum, best known for her modeling career, red carpet looks and for hosting "Project Runway," "America's Got Talent" and "Making the Cut," turns 50 on Thursday. Here's a look back at her career through the years.

Heidi Klum launches her Year Millennium Swimsuit calendar at a media event in New York City on September 8, 1999. Photo by Ezio Petersen/UPI

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Klum arrives for the premiere of "X-Men" in New York City on July 12, 2000. Photo by Laura Cavanaugh/UPI

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Klum poses for photos at the premiere of "Red Dragon" in New York City on September 30, 2002. Photo by Laura Cavanaugh/UPI

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Klum models and hosts the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City on November 14, 2002. Photo by Ezio Petersen/UPI

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