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Kathy Ireland

Kathy Ireland - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 20, 1963
Age63
BirthplaceGlendale, California, United States
Zodiac SignPisces - (see also Kathy Ireland's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRabbit
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForModeling for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and building her business empire, Kathy Ireland Worldwide

Intro

Kathy Ireland is an American model, actress, author, and entrepreneur who became widely known as a supermodel in the 1980s and 1990s, particularly for her long-running appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She later established a successful business empire, Kathy Ireland Worldwide, making her one of the most influential former models-turned-entrepreneurs.

Early Life & Background

Kathy Ireland was born and raised in Glendale, California. She started modeling as a teenager and was discovered at age 17 by an agent from Elite Model Management. Her childhood included work as a newspaper carrier, showing early signs of her entrepreneurial spirit.

Career Highlights

  • Featured in 13 consecutive Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issues (1984-1996), including the bestselling 1989 cover
  • Transitioned from modeling to acting, appearing in films such as 'Necessary Roughness' and TV work
  • Founded Kathy Ireland Worldwide in 1993, building it into a multi-billion dollar licensing business
  • Authored several books, including children's literature and fitness guides

Trivia

  • Her 1989 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover remains one of the highest-selling covers in the magazine’s history.
  • Forbes has named her among the richest former supermodels due to her business ventures.
  • She has also appeared on various television programs as a commentator and guest.

FAQs

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How old is Kathy Ireland?

Kathy Ireland is 63 years old.

When was Kathy Ireland born?

Kathy Ireland was born the 20 March 1963.

Where is Kathy Ireland from?

Glendale, California, United States.

On Her Birth-Day

About March 20th, 1963, in brief:

  • Day of the week: March 20th, 1963 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Our Day Will Come by Ruby and the Romantics
  • #1 UK song: Summer Holiday by Cliff Richard
  • Popular movie: The Great Escape directed by John Sturges

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kathy_Ireland
  2. https://www.forbes.com/profile/kathy-ireland/?sh=1fbdc6a66d72
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005040/