Irina Shayk is a renowned Russian model and television personality who gained international recognition as the first Russian model to appear on the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover in 2011.
Shayk rose to prominence, all thanks to her phenomenal looks. Her charm also earned her a spot on Models.com’s list of New Supers in 2022.
Profile
- Full Name: Irina Valeryevna Shaykhlislamova
- Date of Birth: January 6, 1986
- Age: 37 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of Birth: Yemanzhelinsk, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
- Nationality: Russian
- Profession: Model, television personality
- Height: 1.78 m
- Parents: Valery Shaykhlislamov (father), Olga (mother)
- Siblings: Tatiana Petenkova (sister)
- Partners: Cristiano Ronaldo (2010-2015), Bradley Cooper (2015-2019)
- Children: 1
- Relationship Status: N/A
- Net Worth: $20 million
Early Life & Education
Irina Shayk, currently 37, was born on January 6, 1986, in Yemanzhelinsk, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union.
She comes from a diverse background, with her father, Valery Shaykhlislamov, a Volga Tatar coal miner, and her mother, Olga, an ethnic Russian and a kindergarten music teacher.
Shayk’s father’s Tatar heritage influenced her appearance growing up, often leading people to mistake her for being South American.
She has a sister named Tatiana Petenkova, and Shayk is an aunt to Tatiana’s three children, including a niece named “Irina” after her.
Shayk developed a passion for music at a young age and started playing the piano at six. She then enrolled in a music school, where she studied for seven years, honing her piano skills and singing in the choir.
However, her father’s death from pneumonia when she was 14 brought financial hardships to her family, and her mother had to work multiple jobs to support them.
Despite these challenges, Shayk remained determined to pursue her dreams.
After completing high school, Shayk initially studied marketing but decided to follow her passion for beauty and enrolled in a beauty school with her older sister.
During this time, she was discovered by a local modelling agency representative who recognized her beauty and urged her to participate in the “Miss Chelyabinsk 2004” beauty contest, which she won.
Personal Life
Irina Shayk has had notable relationships throughout her life. She dated Linkin Park drummer Rob Bourdon from 2007 to 2009.
In 2009, she met Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, and the couple began dating soon after. They got engaged in 2011, but their relationship ended in January 2015.
In the spring of 2015, Shayk started dating American actor Bradley Cooper. They welcomed their daughter, Lea De Seine, on March 21, 2017.
Unfortunately, Shayk and Cooper ended their relationship in June 2019.
Career
Irina Shayk’s modelling career took off when she became the face of Intimissimi in 2007, replacing Ana Beatriz Barros.
That same year, she debuted in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, solidifying her presence in the industry.
In 2010, Shayk became the official ambassador for Intimissimi, further establishing herself as a prominent figure in the fashion world.
Over the years, Shayk has worked with numerous renowned brands and designers, including Beach Bunny Swimwear, Guess, Victoria’s Secret, Lacoste, Cesare Paciotti, and Morellato.
She signed with IMG Models in 2009, cementing her status as a sought-after model.
Shayk’s success continued to soar in the following years. In 2011, she graced the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover, becoming the first Russian model to achieve this feat.
She also appeared in magazines such as Tatler Russia, Cosmopolitan Spain, GQ Mexico, and Glamour Spain, further solidifying her position as a top model.
Shayk has walked the runways for renowned fashion brands like Miu Miu, Chanel, Versace, Valentino, and Jean Paul Gaultier.
Net Worth
Irina Shayk has achieved immense success in her career, resulting in an estimated net worth of $20 million.
Through her modelling endeavours, brand endorsements, and various projects, she has accumulated wealth and established herself as a prominent figure in the fashion industry.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @irinashayk
- Twitter handle: @theirishayk
Filmography
- Hercules
- L’Agent
- Beard At Work
- Rings of the World
