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<h2>Early Life and Heritage</h2>
<p>Olga Kurylenko, a French <a href="/biography/olga-kurylenko">actress</a> and model of Ukrainian origin, was born on November 14, 1979, in Berdyansk, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, then part of the Ukrainian SSR, USSR (now Ukraine). Her father was Ukrainian, and her mother, Marina Alyabysheva, an art teacher, was of Russian and Belarusian descent. Olga's parents divorced when she was three, and she was raised by her mother. Her relationship with her father was distant, as he was largely absent from her upbringing.</p>

<h2>Childhood and Early Interests</h2>
<p>Growing up in modest circumstances, Kurylenko faced financial difficulties. Despite these challenges, she demonstrated strong dedication to her education and creative pursuits. She studied piano for seven years at a local music school and took ballet lessons until the age of 13. In parallel, she also studied foreign languages and art, planting early seeds for her future in performance and international work.</p>

<h2>Start of Modeling Career</h2>
<p>At the age of 13, during a vacation in Moscow, Kurylenko was spotted by a modeling agency representative. With support from her mother, she agreed to pursue modeling professionally. By the age of 15, she had moved to Moscow, and shortly after, at 16, she relocated to Paris, where her modeling career began to flourish.</p>

<h2>International Modeling Success</h2>
<p>In Paris, Kurylenko signed with the Mademoiselle agency (also known as Madison). She soon appeared on the covers of leading fashion magazines such as Glamour, Elle, Madame Figaro, Marie Claire, and Vogue. Her success led to major campaigns with brands including Lejaby lingerie, Bebe clothing, Clarins, and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helena_Rubinstein">Helena Rubinstein</a>. She also appeared in the Victoria’s Secret catalog and walked for fashion houses like <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roberto_Cavalli_(company)">Roberto Cavalli</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenzo_(brand)">Kenzo</a>. In 2006, she became the face of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenzo_(brand)">Kenzo</a>'s fragrance, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenzo_(brand)">Kenzo Amour</a>, and starred in its global advertising campaigns.</p>

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<h2>Transition from Modeling to Acting</h2>
<p>Standing at 1.74 meters (5 ft 8 in), Olga Kurylenko successfully transitioned from modeling to acting. Her on-screen debut was in the music video for <a href="/biography/seal">Seal</a>'s "Love’s Divine" in 2003. Her film acting breakthrough came in 2005 with the French thriller <i>L’Annulaire</i>, in which she played the role of Iris. This performance marked the beginning of her steady rise in the film industry.</p>

<h2>Film Career and Breakthrough in Hollywood</h2>
<p>Following her acting debut, Kurylenko appeared in several European and international films including <i>Paris, je t’aime</i> (2006), <i>The Serpent</i> (2006), and <i>Hitman</i> (2007). Her major breakthrough came in 2008 when she starred as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camille_Montes">Camille Montes</a> opposite <a href="/biography/daniel-craig">Daniel Craig</a> in the James Bond film <i>Quantum of Solace</i>. Her portrayal of the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bond_girl">Bond girl</a> garnered international attention and critical recognition.</p>

<p>Subsequent film roles included significant parts in <i>Tyranny</i> (2008), <i>To the Wonder</i> (2012), <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terrence_Malick">Terrence Malick</a>’s romantic drama, and <i>Oblivion</i> (2013), a science fiction film alongside <a href="/biography/tom-cruise">Tom Cruise</a>. Additional film credits include <i>The November Man</i> (2014), <i>Empires of the Deep</i> (2015), and <i>The Correspondence</i> (2016).</p>

<h2>Media Appearances and Recognition</h2>
<p>In December 2008, Kurylenko graced the cover of the American edition of <i>Maxim</i> magazine. She later appeared on the cover of the Ukrainian edition in February 2009. Her rising global fame led to discussions in Ukraine about naming a street in Berdyansk, her hometown, in her honor—a reflection of her national pride and international success.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>
<p>Olga Kurylenko married French photographer Cedric Van Mol in 1999; the marriage lasted approximately three and a half years. In 2006, she wed Damian Gabrielle, an American businessman in the mobile phone accessories industry, but the couple divorced the following year. Kurylenko has one son, Alexander Max Horatio, born on October 3, 2015.</p>

<h2>Net Worth and Current Work</h2>
<p>With a career spanning internationally successful modeling and Hollywood acting, Olga Kurylenko has achieved considerable financial success. Her estimated net worth is approximately $18 million. She continues to appear in films, television, and brand campaigns, sustaining her presence in the global entertainment industry.</p>

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