Kai Schreiber, the 16-year-old daughter of actors Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber, made her official runway debut at Paris Fashion Week, marking a significant step in her budding modeling career. She walked the runway during Valentino’s Fall/Winter 2025-2026 show on March 9.
The show, titled “Le Méta-Théâtre Des Intimités,” was set in a moody, dreamlike environment inspired by director David Lynch. Designer Alessandro Michele presented a collection that explored identity and intimacy, a fitting context for Kai’s first runway appearance.
Kai, who is transgender, wore a striking python-print knit minidress adorned with a purple feathered collar. Her look was completed with white lace stockings, a nude headband, and blue-tinted sunglasses, creating a visually bold and memorable presence on the catwalk.
Following the event, Kai expressed her gratitude on Instagram, posting, “omggg my heart is so full 💗 ilysm @alessandro_michele @maisonvalentino @yad1m @paulhanlonhair.” Her proud parents also took to social media to celebrate the moment. Naomi Watts wrote, “Be still my beating heart!! 🙌♥️🙌 bravo darling ILSM and what a show!! @maisonvalentino 💥💪,” while Liev Schreiber commented, “Beyond beyond Kai.”
However, Kai’s debut also stirred discussions around nepotism in the fashion industry. Addressing the criticism, Liev Schreiber responded, “I don’t have many thoughts for the haters… That’s her life and she does what she wants with her life. I’m super proud of her and I thought she did an amazing job with the show.”
Before this milestone, Kai had already been active in the fashion scene, attending major events like Dior’s Pre-Fall 2024 show in New York and Balenciaga’s Haute Couture show in Paris. Her increasing presence at such high-profile events reflected not only her interest in fashion but also the strong bond she shares with her mother, Naomi Watts.
Kai’s connection to the entertainment world began at a young age when she lent her voice to a young wolf character in the 2016 film The Jungle Book, alongside her brother Sasha. Both Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber have consistently supported their children in exploring their individual passions and creative paths.
Kai’s runway debut is more than a personal achievement—it represents a meaningful moment in the movement toward greater inclusivity in fashion. Her appearance is a reflection of the industry’s ongoing evolution and the growing embrace of diverse identities on the global stage.
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