By John Stoddart

Liz Hurley is an English actress, fashion model, producer and designer.

In 1994 Hurley attended the London première of the film Four Weddings and a Funeral starring her then-companion Hugh Grant. Her appearance in a black plunging Versace dress held together with gold safety pins gained her considerable media attention. It has often been referred to simply as ‘that dress’ and is credited with the launch of her high profile career.

In 1995 Liz Hurley began working with top cosmetics company Estée Lauder as their main spokes model, launching the best-selling perfume, Pleasures and in 2007 her contract with Estée Lauder was renewed for the 13th year.

Since she signed with Estée Lauder, Hurley has taken an active role in the company's breast cancer charity. She was the Mistress of Ceremonies at ‘The Hot Pink Party’ at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City to mark the tenth anniversary of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Additionally, Estée Lauder created a lipstick named ‘Elizabeth Pink after her; proceeds from the sale benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Liz Hurley has also acted as Mistress of Ceremonies for The Prince's Trust, a charity founded by Prince Charles which aids youth in Great Britain. She has also helped cricketer and friend Imran Khan with his cancer hospital in Pakistan.

Her films include Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, Bedazzled, Double Whammy, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, EDTV, Serving Sara.