Emily Ratajkowski
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Early Life and Background
Emily Ratajkowski was born on June 7, 1991, in London, England. Her father, John David "J.D." Ratajkowski, is a painter and art teacher, and her mother, Kathleen Balgley, is a writer and former English professor. Both of her parents are American and of white ethnicity. While living in London, Kathleen taught English, which is where she met Emily’s father. After Emily's birth, the family relocated to San Diego, California, where she was raised.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 7 Jun, 1991
- Age
- 28 yrs
- Occupations
- Actor
Model
Television actor
Film actor
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Westminster
- Education
- University of California, Los Angeles
- Gender
- Female
- Description
- American model and actress
- Net Worth 2021
- 8 million
People Mentioned in This Biography
Emily attended San Dieguito Academy High School and later briefly enrolled at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) before leaving to pursue a full-time career in modeling.
Heritage and Early Interests
Emily Ratajkowski is of mixed descent, including Irish, Polish, and Polish-Jewish ancestry. During her teenage years, she traveled extensively throughout Europe. She had a passion for performing arts from an early age, developing interests in both acting and modeling. These early aspirations shaped her future career path in the entertainment industry.
Modeling and Acting Beginnings
Ratajkowski began her modeling career in 2004 and received her first acting role in a short film titled The Little Match Girl the same year. At just 14 years old, she signed with Ford Models, a significant step toward her future success in modeling.
Breakthrough and Recognition
In 2013, Emily gained widespread recognition after appearing in the controversial music video for Robin Thicke’s hit single Blurred Lines, which significantly raised her public profile. That same year, she appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, and was named Esquire magazine’s “Woman of the Year.” She also received the Capri Rising Star award from the Capri Hollywood International Film Festival in 2013.
