Who Is Emily Ratajkowski? Age, Biography, and Wiki
As of 2025, Emily Ratajkowski is 33 years old. Born in Westminster, London, and raised in San Diego, California, Ratajkowski began her modeling career at a young age. She first gained major recognition in 2013 for her role in the controversial music video for Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines". Since then, her career has skyrocketed, leading to various modeling gigs and acting roles that showcase her versatility and charisma.
For more details, check her Wikipedia page.
Occupation | Architect |
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Date of Birth | June 7, 1991 |
Age | 34 Years |
Birth Place | London, England |
Horoscope | Gemini |
Country | England |
Popularity
Emily Ratajkowski's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Emily Ratajkowski stands tall at approximately 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm). Known for her model figure, she maintains a weight of around 120 pounds (54 kg). Her body stats are often highlighted as 34-26-34 inches (86-66-86 cm), showcasing her curvaceous silhouette that has made her a favorite in the fashion industry.
Thicke had seen Ratajkowski's treats! cover that The New York Times Bee Shapiro described as "an artfully composed black-and-white photograph of Ms. Ratajkowski sitting completely nude with her knees tucked to her chest" and convinced director Diane Martel to cast her in the "Blurred Lines" music video.
Martel felt that "she looked smart and stunningly beautiful" in the photo. Ratajkowski initially declined the role, fearing being classified as a music video model, but Martel persuaded her. The video was released on March 20, 2013. On March 28, Thicke posted an explicit version, with a topless Ratajkowski.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Emily has always kept her personal life relatively private, but in 2025, she is known to be in a relationship with a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. While specific details about her boyfriend remain under wraps, sources suggest that they share a strong bond and mutual interests. She has previously been married to Sebastian Bear-McClard, with whom she shares a son, Sylvester Apollo Bear. The couple made headlines for their whirlwind romance and have been the subject of speculation regarding their ongoing co-parenting relationship.
Emily O'Hara Ratajkowski (, ; born June 7, 1991) is an American model and actress. Born in London to American parents and raised in Encinitas, California, she signed to Ford Models at a young age.
Her modeling debut was on the cover of the March 2012 issue of the erotic magazine treats!, which led to her appearance in several music videos, including Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines", which catapulted her to global fame.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Emily Ratajkowski’s net worth is estimated to be around $8 million. Her earnings come from various avenues including modeling contracts, brand endorsements, acting roles, and her entrepreneurship ventures. She has been involved with numerous high-profile brands and remains a sought-after figure in the fashion world.
That August she became the face of DL1961 jeans, The Frye Company for its Fall 2017 ad campaign, and the entire DKNY brand for its Fall 2017 campaign. On September 23, 2017, she walked the Milan Fashion Week runway for Bottega Veneta.
Later that month, Ratajkowski revealed that she was working with a dialogue coach to learn the French and Italian languages for Lying and Stealing. On November 1, Tyga posted an unofficial 60-second video teaser for "Tequila Kisses", which featured Ratajkowski.
As a result, Ratajkowski was noted as the starring performer in Tyga's "Tequila Kisses" bonus track music video.
However, on November 4, Tyga removed the full video from various points of internet access including his own Instagram account, following complaints from Ratajkowski that the video was from a lookbook Ratajkowski did with Phillip Lopez in 2013.
On November 9, Harper's Bazaar UK published a story about Ratajkowski's impending release of her own swimwear brand after Emrata Holdings LLC acquired the trademark to Inamorata in August and she left a trail of breadcrumbs on social media. Ratajkowski retweeted the story.
The bathing suit line, Inamorata, went live on November 16, 2017, with three bikini separates and three one-pieces. In January 2018, Ratajkowski shot a fashion campaign with Inez and Vinoodh, as the new ambassador for Kérastase. British Vogue noted that the Kérastase endorsement was Ratajkowski's "first beauty campaign".
That March, she landed her first fragrance campaign as the face of Paco Rabanne Parfum's women's line. That same month, she also earned the University of Southern California Inspire Award in at their inaugural ceremony. On April 8, 2018, Ratajkowski won the Model of the Year award from the Daily Front Row.
Career, Business and Investments
Emily's career trajectory has evolved from modeling to acting and entrepreneurship. She's starred in films such as "Gone Girl" and "I Feel Pretty", showcasing her acting chops. Moreover, in recent years, she has ventured into the business world by launching her own lines, including a swimwear brand and other lifestyle products. Ratajkowski is also known for her outspoken views on feminism and body positivity, which she incorporates into her business models.
In March 2017, Ratajkowski became the face of DKNY intimates. On June 27, she was announced as the cover model for the August 2017 Australian Harper's Bazaar, which had different newsstand and subscriber covers photographed by Pamela Hanson.
That July, after modeling for the French fashion brand The Kooples's Fall 2017 collection, Ratajkowski was enlisted to design a 38-piece bag collection for the company. The initial version of the collection, named Emily By The Kooples, comes in six colors and features a leather carryall bag, The Emily Bag.
The bags are Italian-made and represent The Kooples' first foray into bags. Later that month she was announced as the feature of cover stories in the August issues of Allure and British Glamour, as well as a nude Patrick Demarchelier photospread for Love magazine.
Social Network
Emily Ratajkowski has a substantial social media presence, with millions of followers across platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. She often uses her platform to advocate for social issues, share insights into her personal life, and promote her business ventures. In 2025, she continues to engage actively with her fan base, posting fashion updates, glimpses of her life, and empowering content.
Ratajkowski attended UCLA for one year in 2009, and dropped out, deciding to model full-time. She later said that she found the fine art education at the UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture arbitrary and in conflict with her artistic concepts, and that she did not enjoy going to fraternities.
After campaigns and editorials with photographer Tony Duran, Ratajkowski began shooting more fashion editorials and posed for several early issues of the artistic erotica magazine treats!, including the cover of its third issue, in March 2012. She credits that cover for bringing her the two unsolicited, high-profile, music video roles.
Ratajkowski later filmed commercials for Nikon and Carl's Jr., including multiple versions of a 2012 Carl's Jr. commercial with Sara Jean Underwood.
She also did nude and clothed art modeling for magazines, including a May 2012 shoot with Jonathan Leder, as well as work for Frederick's of Hollywood; a 2012 holiday video and a 2011 Valentine's video in which Ratajkowski appeared for the company are among the most popular videos on the company's YouTube channel.
Ratajkowski worked with photographer Tony Kelly for the March 2013 GQ Turkey cover.
Education
Emily Ratajkowski attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she studied fine arts. Her education has significantly influenced her perspective on creativity and expression, impacting her various ventures in art, fashion, and acting. Despite her busy career, she has often spoken about the importance of education and personal growth.
After seeing her in the "Blurred Lines" video Ben Affleck picked her to play the mistress of his character, in David Fincher's 2014 adaptation of Gillian Flynn's novel Gone Girl.
The San Diego Union-Tribune described Ratajkowski's performance as "nuanced", while Andrew O'Hehir of Salon and Wesley Morris of Grantland wrote that her small role as a "duplicitous and manipulative former student" was critical. Reflecting on the performance in 2016, Naomi Wolf described Ratajkowski's portrayal as sympathetic and compassionate.