Raquel Zimmermann
Also known as Rocky
Biography
About Raquel Zimmermann
Raquel Zimmermann was born on Friday 6th of May 1983 in Bom Retiro do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, to parents of German descent. She is one of over 20 Brazilian supermodels of German heritage, known simply as Raquel and nicknamed "Rocky." At 14, a family friend introduced her to local modeling in Porto Alegre, and she moved to Japan at 16, where global agencies took notice. Her rise came during the 2000s "Brazilian Bombshell" era alongside names like Gisele Bündchen and Adriana Lima, and models.com ranked her the number one model globally in 2010. She has walked for Chanel, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, and Versace, and appeared in Victoria's Secret Fashion Shows from 2002 to 2006. She also appeared in the 2007 Pirelli Calendar, chosen by Steven Meisel. Her portfolio includes over 50 Vogue covers and campaigns for Gucci, Fendi, Lanvin, Chloe, and Marc Jacobs, who featured her for six consecutive seasons.
Standing 5'10" with a slim build, Raquel's measurements are 34–24–34, and she has natural 34B breasts. Her blonde hair and blue eyes are striking, though she often dyes her hair darker for shoots. She maintains a low-profile presence on Instagram, sharing selective professional shots and personal moments focused on art, music, and family. She has no significant acting roles, but she appeared in the 2012 documentary "About Face: Supermodels Then and Now" and in music videos for Lady Gaga's "Yoü and I" (2011) and The Weeknd's "Out of Time" (2022). Her public appearances include the 2015 Met Gala. She has worked with photographer Nick Knight for SHOWstudio, prioritizing artistic expression.
Raquel avoids controversy and is known for professionalism. She has been married to photographer Ruy Sanchez Blanco since 2010, and they have a son born in 2014. Her net worth is estimated at $3–6 million. She practices yoga and vegetarianism. At 42, she continues selective projects, including a 2024 Vogue Brazil editorial and a 2025 Bottega Veneta campaign, and she lives in New York with her family. She advocates for sustainability in fashion. Her legacy is defined by versatility and enduring influence in high fashion, praised by photographers like Steven Meisel and peers like Kate Moss, who called her "a dream to work with."
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Profile details
Personal
- Birthplace
- Bom Retiro do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Blonde
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Weight
- 120 lbs (or 54 kg)
- Measurements
- 34–24–34 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.71
- Bra/Cup Size
- 34B show conversions - UK: 34B, EU: 75B, AU: 12B, JP: 75B
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 139k (as of June 2026)
- Achievements
- Victoria's Secret model, Victoria's Secret model, Victoria's Secret model
Frequently asked
How did Raquel Zimmermann get her start in modeling?
She was scouted at 14 in Porto Alegre by a family friend, leading to assignments in Brazil and a move to Japan at 16, where global agencies noticed her.
What is Raquel Zimmermann's body type and measurements?
She has a slim build, standing 5'10" with measurements of 34–24–34 and natural 34B breasts.
Is Raquel Zimmermann married?
Yes, she has been married to photographer Ruy Sanchez Blanco since 2010, and they have a son born in 2014.
Has Raquel Zimmermann appeared in music videos?
Yes, she appeared in Lady Gaga's "Yoü and I" (2011) and The Weeknd's "Out of Time" (2022).
Did you know
- Her nickname is "Rocky."
- She was scouted at 14 and moved to Japan at 16.
- She appeared in the 2007 Pirelli Calendar, chosen by Steven Meisel.
- She was the face of Marc Jacobs for six consecutive seasons.
- She appeared in the 2012 documentary "About Face: Supermodels Then and Now."
- Her son was born in 2014.
- She practices yoga and vegetarianism.
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