Adriana Lima, born June 12, 1981, in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, is a world-renowned Brazilian supermodel, actress, and philanthropist. Of mixed Portuguese, Swiss, Japanese, Native Brazilian, and African descent, she was discovered at age 13 in a local Ford Models contest, placing second and securing contracts worldwide by 16. Lima rose to global fame as a Victoria's Secret Angel from 1999 to 2018, becoming their longest-running model and most valuable Angel. She has graced over 75 Vogue covers, fronted campaigns for Maybelline, Valentino, Guess, and Versace, and walked runways for top designers. Her acting credits include 'The Hire: Follow the Light' (2002) and appearances in 'Ugly Betty' and 'The Fantastic Four.' A devout Catholic, Lima supports orphanages in Brazil, Smile Train, and refugee causes. Forbes repeatedly listed her among the highest-paid models. Married twice—to Marko Jarić (2009-2014) and Andre Lemmers—she is mother to three daughters and advocates for fitness, beauty, and self-empowerment.
