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Gisele Bündchen - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 20, 1980 |
|---|---|
| Age | 45 |
| Birthplace | Horizontina, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Gisele Bündchen's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Supermodel career, Victoria's Secret Angel, environmental and philanthropic work |
Intro
Gisele Bündchen is a Brazilian supermodel, actress, and businesswoman. She gained international fame in the late 1990s and 2000s as one of the highest-paid models in the world and was a prominent Victoria's Secret Angel.
Early Life & Background
Gisele Bündchen was born and raised in the small town of Horizontina, in southern Brazil. She is of German descent and grew up in a large family with five sisters. She was discovered by a modeling scout at age 14 while in São Paulo.
Career Highlights
- Rose to global prominence as a top model in the late 1990s
- One of the highest-paid models for over a decade
- Victoria's Secret Angel from 1999 to 2006
- Featured on over 1,200 magazine covers worldwide
- Pioneered the 'horse walk' on the runway
- Author of New York Times bestselling memoir 'Lessons: My Path to a Meaningful Life'
- Recognized for environmental activism and philanthropy
Trivia
- Married NFL quarterback Tom Brady from 2009 to 2022
- Named to Forbes' lists of Most Powerful Women and Top-Earning Models multiple years
- Fluent in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and Italian
FAQs
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How old is Gisele Bündchen?
Gisele Bündchen is 45 years old.
When was Gisele Bündchen born?
Gisele Bündchen was born the 20 July 1980.
Where is Gisele Bündchen from?
Horizontina, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
On Her Birth-Day
About July 20th, 1980, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 20, 1980, Honduras began its transition from military to civilian governance by convening a Constituent Assembly. This assembly was tasked with drafting a new constitution and organizing general elections, marking the end of nearly a decade of military rule. The assembly's first session was held in Tegucigalpa, signaling a significant step toward democracy in the country.
- Day of the week: July 20th, 1980 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: It's Still Rock And Roll To Me by Billy Joel
- #1 UK song: Xanadu by Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Blues Brothers directed by John Landis
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