Johannes Huebl

Johannes Huebl
Johannes in 2010
Born	Johannes Huebl (1977-11-22) November 22, 1977 (age 47) Hannover, Germany
Nationality	German
Alma mater	University of Hamburg
Spouse	Olivia Palermo (m.2014)
Modeling information
Height	1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Hair color	Brown
Eye color	Blue

Johannes Huebl (born December 22, 1977) is a German model ^[1] , photographer, creative director ^[2] and style icon known for his classic sophistication and versatile aesthetic. With extensive experience in high-fashion campaigns, editorial shoots, and luxury brand collaborations, he brings a refined eye for craftsmanship, design, and storytelling. Beyond modeling, Johannes is a lifestyle influencer, sharing his passion for timeless style and precision with a global audience.

Early life

Huebl was born in Hanover. His father, Volker Busse, is a doctor. His older brother is the philosopher and author Philipp Hübl ^[3] , and his younger brother Julius is a neurologist in Munich.

Education

Huebl attended the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gymnasium in his hometown of Hanover. While temporarily attending the boarding school King's Hospital in Dublin, he was discovered by a model scout at the age of 17. After graduating from high school (Abitur) in Hanover, he completed his military service and began studying economics at the University of Hamburg ^[2] . There, a Hamburg modeling agency added him to their roster. He then continued his studies at the Leuphana University of Lüneburg ^[4] and earned a degree in cultural studies.

Personal life

Huebl has been married to American model Olivia Palermo since 2014. The couple met in 2007 through mutual friends and reside in New York City. ^[5]

Career

In his modeling career, Huebl appeared in campaigns for Hugo Boss, Emanuel Ungaro, Ralph Lauren and many others. He began modeling in Paris in the late 1990s and has since worked for brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Ferragamo, Donna Karan, Calvin Klein, Dolce & Gabbana, and Banana Republic and was photographed by renowned artists such as Peter Lindbergh and Mario Testino for magazines including GQ ^[6] , Vanity Fair ^[7] , Elle ^[8] , Vogue ^[5] and Harper's Bazaar ^[9] .

Huebl is considered one of the most sought-after male models in the fashion industry. ^{[10] [11]}

References

1. Clark, Murray (July 30, 2020). "This Summer, Be This Man". Esquire.
2. "Influencer of the year award: Johannes Huebl". MR Magazine. July 19, 2019.
3. "Inside Olivia Palermo and Johannes Huebl's 10th Wedding Anniversary Celebration in Baden-Baden". Vogue. July 3, 2024.
4. "The German-born, New York-based photographer and creative director takes us through his morning routine while working from home". Soho House.
5. "At home with Olivia Palermo and Johannes Huebl". Vogue India. May 31, 2020.
6. "Johannes Huebl Gave Cotton Basics a Rich-Guy Spin". GQ. June 24, 2017.
7. "She's Just Not That Into How She's Portrayed on Reality TV". Vanity Fair. February 5, 2009.
8. "What's the Secret to a Long-Lasting Love Story?". Elle. March 23, 2023.
9. "Olivia Palermo wore Giambattista Valli for her wedding celebrations". Harper's Bazaar. July 5, 2024.
10. "The Top 21 Male Models of All Time". marie claire. February 25, 2022.
11. "The 20 Most Influential Male Models On Earth". fashionbeans. July 4, 2024.

External links

• Johannes Huebl at Instagram
• Johannes Huebl at Facebook
• Johannes Huebl at IMDb  
• Johannes Huebl at HEROES Model Management, New York
• Johannes Huebl at MINT Artist Management, Berlin