Emily Ratajkowski American Model and
Actress: Biography
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Name: Emily O'Hara Ratajkowski
Date of
Birth: June 7, 1991
Place of
Birth: Westminster, London, England, UK
Occupation: Model,
Actress, Entrepreneur, Writer
Nationality: American
(born in the UK to American parents)
Height : 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm).
Early
Life and Education
Born Emily O'Hara
Ratajkowski on June 7, 1991, in Westminster, London, she is the only child of
American parents. Raised in Encinitas, California, Ratajkowski began modeling
at a young age, signing with Ford Models. She attended UCLA for a year before
dropping out to pursue modeling full-time.
Career
Highlights
Modeling
and Acting: Ratajkowski
gained widespread attention with her appearance in Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines" music video
in 2013. She made her film debut in Gone
Girl (2014) and has since appeared in films like We Are Your Friends (2015), I
Feel Pretty (2018), and Welcome Home
(2018).
Entrepreneurship: In 2017, she launched Inamorata, a swimwear
and fashion brand known for its inclusive sizing and body-positive messaging.
Writing: Ratajkowski's 2021 essay collection, My
Body, became a New York Times bestseller. The book delves into her experiences
with body image, sexuality, and the complexities of being a woman in the public
eye.
Advocacy
and Personal Life
A vocal advocate
for women's rights, Ratajkowski has supported organizations like Planned
Parenthood and has been involved in campaigns promoting reproductive rights and
sexual autonomy. She identifies as a feminist and has been open about her
experiences with sexual harassment and assault.
Ratajkowski was
married to producer Sebastian
Bear-McClard in 2018, and the couple has one child together. They separated
in 2022.
Net worth
Emily Ratajkowski’s
net worth is estimated between $8 million and $12 million as of 2025. Her wealth
comes from a successful career in modeling, acting, entrepreneurship, and
writing. She rose to fame with the "Blurred Lines" music video and
has modeled for top fashion brands like Marc Jacobs and Versace. Emily launched
her own swimwear line, Inamorata, which has been profitable. She’s also a
bestselling author with her essay collection My Body. Additionally, her strong
social media presence, with over 32
million followers, generates substantial income from brand endorsements and
sponsored content.
