Rachel Hunter

Hunter rose to fame in the late 1980s and 1990s as a supermodel, known for her sun-kissed look and approachable charm. She appeared on over 100 magazine covers, including Vogue (Australian, Italian), Harper's Bazaar, Elle, Cosmopolitan, and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, where she debuted in 1989 and landed the cover in 1994, shot in Costa Rica. Her campaigns included CoverGirl, Revlon, and Guess, and she walked runways for designers like Cynthia Rowley. A key moment was her 1989 Sports Illustrated feature, which boosted her global profile. Unlike some peers, she did not work with Victoria's Secret, focusing on swimwear and commercial brands. Hunter continued modeling, appearing in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit (2006, at age 36) and Vogue New Zealand (2022). At 5'11" with blonde hair and blue eyes, her measurements were approximately 34"-24"-34" during her peak, with a 34C bra size. Known for her athletic build, radiant smile, and long legs, she has not confirmed cosmetic surgeries, crediting her appearance to yoga and healthy living. She has a small heart tattoo on her lower back and ear piercings.

As an actress, Hunter appeared in The Benchwarmers (2006), Dead Write (2007), and Piranhaconda (2012). She also appeared in music videos, including Rod Stewart's 'Broken Arrow' (1991) and Fountains of Wayne's 'Stacy's Mom' (2003), which became a cultural hit. On television, she hosted Rachel Hunter's Tour of Beauty (2005–2006), Make Me a Supermodel (2008), and New Zealand's Got Talent (2012). She competed on Dancing with the Stars (2005, U.S.) and Dancing on Ice (2007, UK), and guest-starred on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Tyra Banks Show, and The Talk, discussing her career and wellness. Hunter's personal life has been public, with a high-profile marriage to musician Rod Stewart (1990–2006), with whom she has two children, Renee (born 1992) and Liam (born 1994). She was engaged to hockey player Jarret Stoll (2008–2009). She lives in Los Angeles and New Zealand, promoting a wellness-focused lifestyle. Her legacy as a 1990s supermodel is enhanced by her transition to television and wellness advocacy, and she supports charities like the Born Free Foundation and Starship Children's Hospital. As of 2025, she models occasionally for local New Zealand brands and editorials like Stellar Magazine, and she shares wellness content with her 182k Instagram followers.