Eva Herzigova
Also known as Eva Herzigová, Eva Herzigova Torres
Career
Active 1989 – present
Biography
About Eva Herzigova
At 5'11" with a slim build, Eva Herzigova stands out even among the tall elite of the modeling world. Her blonde hair and blue eyes, paired with natural measurements of 33-25-35.5, gave her the classic bombshell silhouette that defined an era. Born on March 10, 1973, in Litvínov, Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic), she grew up in a working-class family in a small industrial town. Her father was an electrician, her mother a secretary, and she had an older sister. In 1989, at 16, she entered a modeling contest in Prague, won a trip to Paris, and signed with Metropolitan Models. She left school to pursue modeling and moved to Paris, where her career quickly took off.
Eva Herzigova became one of the most recognizable faces of the 1990s. The media dubbed her "The Marilyn of the '90s" after her breakthrough Wonderbra campaign in 1994, which famously caused traffic jams. She graced over 200 magazine covers, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue (debuting in 1998). As a Victoria's Secret Angel from 1996 to 2000, she appeared in catalogs and the 1998 and 1999 fashion shows. She also walked for Prada, Chanel, and Dolce & Gabbana, and starred in campaigns for Guess, Dior, Versace, and L'Oréal. Her striking looks made her a muse for photographers like Ellen von Unwerth, Peter Lindbergh, and Mario Testino. In 2000, she posed for Playboy in a pictorial shot by David LaChapelle. She has also done full nudity in other fashion contexts, describing these experiences as empowering.
Beyond modeling, Eva Herzigova has worked as an actress and producer. She appeared in the films Modigliani (2004), Les Anges gardiens (1995), and Inferno (1992). She was in the music video for Bryan Adams' "Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman?" and featured in the 2023 docuseries The Super Models. Her personal life includes a brief marriage to Bon Jovi drummer Tico Torres (1996-1998) and a long-term partnership with Italian businessman Gregorio Marsiaj since 2001, with whom she has three sons. She lives in London and Milan, balancing selective modeling with family life. Her net worth is estimated at $15 million, built through modeling contracts, endorsements, and her fashion line with Etam. She continues to be celebrated as a timeless figure in fashion.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1989-present (started around 16 years old; 37 years active)
- Birthplace
- Litvínov, Usti nad Labem Region, Czech Republic
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Blonde
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Weight
- 130 lbs (or 59 kg)
- Measurements
- 33–25–35.5 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.70
- Bra/Cup Size
- 32C show conversions - UK: 32C, EU: 70C, AU: 10C, JP: 70C
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Performances
- Solo
- Nudity (Full)
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 437k (as of May 2026)
- Achievements
- Victoria's Secret model, Victoria's Secret model, Victoria's Secret model, Victoria's Secret model
- Listed In
- Sports Illustrated Babes
Frequently asked
How did Eva Herzigova become a supermodel?
She won a modeling contest in Prague at age 16, which earned her a trip to Paris and a contract with Metropolitan Models in 1989.
What was Eva Herzigova's most famous campaign?
Her 1994 Wonderbra campaign was a breakthrough, with billboards so eye-catching they reportedly caused traffic jams.
Has Eva Herzigova done any acting work?
Yes, she has appeared in films like Modigliani (2004) and Les Anges gardiens (1995), and in the 2023 docuseries The Super Models.
How many children does Eva Herzigova have?
She has three sons with her long-term partner Gregorio Marsiaj: George, Philipe, and Edward.
Did you know
- Eva Herzigova has appeared on over 200 magazine covers, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and Elle.
- She was a Victoria's Secret Angel from 1996 to 2000, walking in the 1998 and 1999 fashion shows.
- Her 1994 Wonderbra campaign reportedly caused traffic jams due to its provocative billboards.
- In 2000, she posed for Playboy in a pictorial shot by photographer David LaChapelle.
- She has a net worth estimated at $15 million, and she launched a fashion line with Etam called 'Eva Herzigova for 1.2.3'.
- She has been with her current partner, Italian businessman Gregorio Marsiaj, since 2001.
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