September 25, 2025: Niki Taylor, the iconic supermodel of the 1990s, has officially become a grandmother at 50. She shared the exciting news in a recent interview, saying simply, “We recently became grandparents,” while also pointing out that the milestone has them craving more rest than ever.

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Keeping Family Details Private

Though Taylor confirmed the new addition, she did not reveal which of her four children is now a parent. The model and her husband, former NASCAR driver Burney Lamar, are embracing the new role, joking that “we need our sleep!” has become a new mantra.

A Close-Knit Family Through the Years

Taylor is mother to twin sons Jake and Hunter, both 30, from her previous marriage to Matt Martinez. With Lamar, whom she married in 2006, she shares daughter Ciel, 16, and son Rex, 13. Over the years, she has spoken openly about her love for family and her early start in motherhood, noting that having a big family has long been a dream.

From Runway to Grandmotherhood

Taylor first shot to fame as a teenager and became a staple of the modeling world in the ’90s. In more recent years, she’s revisited the fashion world while also dedicating much of her energy to motherhood and home life. In her interview, she reflected on how becoming a grandmother feels—part nostalgia, part new chapter.

Looking Ahead to a New Chapter

With this big news, the Taylor-Lamar family is undoubtedly gearing up for a new life stage filled with grandparent duties, cuddles, and cherished memories. For Taylor, it marks another turn in her journey: from supermodel to mom, and now to grandma, continuing her story in ways both familiar and new.