Kate Upton is a renowned American model and actress, best known for her multiple appearances on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Her charismatic presence and confidence have made her one of the most recognizable figures in the fashion and entertainment industries.
Katherine Elizabeth "Kate" Upton was born on June 10, 1992, in St. Joseph, Michigan. She is the daughter of Jeff Upton, an athletic director, and Shelley Upton, a former Texas state tennis champion. Kate was raised in Melbourne, Florida, where she attended Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy. She has three siblings: Christie Williams, Laura Upton, and David Upton.
Before rising to fame in the modeling world, Upton was an accomplished equestrian, competing nationally in American Paint Horse competitions. Riding her horse, Roanie Pony, she earned multiple championships and accolades. In 2009, after switching horses, she won a national title in Western Pleasure.
Upton's transition to modeling began in 2008 when she signed with Elite Model Management. Shortly after, she relocated to New York City and joined IMG Models, a prominent modeling agency. Her breakthrough came in 2011 with her debut appearance in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She quickly gained popularity and returned for future editions, becoming cover model in 2012, 2013, and 2017.
In addition to Sports Illustrated, Upton graced the covers of numerous high-profile fashion magazines, including GQ, Vogue, and Vanity Fair. Her blend of classic beauty and modern sensibility helped reshape conventional notions of body image in the modeling industry.
Beyond print, Upton made memorable television appearances. In August 2019, she appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where she participated in a lighthearted '80s aerobic dance challenge. The segment showcased her humor, athleticism, and willingness to engage with mainstream pop culture.
Upton has also ventured into acting, with roles in films such as "The Other Woman" (2014) and "The Layover" (2017). Her performances have demonstrated her comedic timing and screen presence, further expanding her entertainment profile. As of recent estimates, her net worth is approximately $20 million, earned through modeling contracts, brand endorsements, and film appearances.
Kate Upton became engaged to MLB pitcher Justin Verlander of the Detroit Tigers in May 2016, after several years of an on-and-off relationship that began in 2012. Following a brief split in 2013, during which Upton briefly dated Maksim Chmerkovskiy of Dancing with the Stars, she rekindled her relationship with Verlander in early 2014.
The couple took several trips together, including vacations to Cancun and visits to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, further strengthening their bond. They were married in November 2017 in a private ceremony in Tuscany, Italy. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Genevieve, in November 2018.
| Birth Date: | 10 Jun, 1992 |
| Age: | 28 yrs |
| Occupations: | Model Actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | St. Joseph |
| Education: | Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American model and actress |
| Spouse: | Justin Verlander [M. 2017] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 24 million |
