Bar Refaeli facts for kids
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Bar Refaeli
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Bar Refaeli in 2019
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| Born | 4 June 1985 Hod HaSharon, Israel
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Adi Ezra
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| Children | 3 |
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| Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Hair colour | Blonde |
| Eye colour | Blue |
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Bar Refaeli (Hebrew: בר רפאלי; born June 4, 1985) is a famous Israeli model, TV host, businesswoman, and actress. She is known worldwide for her modeling work. She even appeared on the cover of the 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
As a TV host, Bar Refaeli has hosted The X Factor Israel since 2013. She also co-hosted the big Eurovision Song Contest 2019 in Tel Aviv. Her success in modeling and business has made her one of the highest-paid models in Israel.
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Early Life and Family
Bar Refaeli was born and grew up in Hod HaSharon, Israel. Her first name, Bar, means "wild" in Hebrew. Her last name, Refaeli, means "my God heals." It comes from the biblical angel Raphael.
Her parents were both born in Israel. Her grandparents came from Europe. They were Sephardic Jewish and Ashkenazi Jewish. Some of her grandparents survived the Holocaust. Her father, Refael "Rafi" Refaeli, used to own horse stables. Her mother, Tzipora "Tzipi" Levine, was also a model in the 1970s. Bar has two younger brothers, Dor and On. She also has an older half-brother, Neil.
Bar Refaeli's Career
Modeling Career Highlights
Bar Refaeli started modeling when she was only eight months old. She first appeared in commercials as a baby. She took a break from modeling when she was 12 for braces. At 15, she won "Model of the Year" at an Israeli fashion awards ceremony in 2000.
She became very popular in campaigns for brands like Castro and Pilpel. She also starred in a commercial for Milky pudding. Bar Refaeli has appeared in many fashion magazines around the world. These include Elle, Vogue, and Harper's Bazaar. She has also been on the covers of many international editions of these magazines.
Bar Refaeli has worked in advertising campaigns for many famous brands. Some of these include Chanel, Escada, Ralph Lauren, Victoria's Secret, and Marks and Spencer. She has also modeled for non-fashion brands like Garnier Fructis and Samsung.
In 2007, she appeared in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She was the cover model for the 2009 issue, which was a big achievement.
In 2009, she received the World Style Award. This award recognized her "natural elegance, sense of style, and compassion." In 2013, Forbes Israel named her the highest-paid model in Israel. She earned more than other famous Israeli models. In 2017, she was one of the most influential people on Israeli Instagram.
Acting and TV Hosting
Bar Refaeli has also worked in film and television. In 2005, she co-starred in the Israeli TV drama series Pick Up. She hosted House of Style for MTV in 2009. She was also a guest judge on Project Runway Israel.
In 2011, she starred in the American-Israeli film Session. She also appeared as a guest judge on Germany's Next Topmodel. In 2012, she hosted her own model casting show called Million Dollar Shootingstar in Germany.
In 2012, she played the main role in Cinderella, a musical in Israel. In 2013, Bar Refaeli appeared in a Go Daddy commercial during the Super Bowl XLVII. She also hosted the first season of The X Factor Israel in 2013. This show became very popular, and she returned to host the second season in 2015.
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In 2019, Bar Refaeli hosted the main event of the Eurovision Song Contest 2019 in Tel Aviv. She hosted alongside Erez Tal.
Business Ventures
Bar Refaeli is also a smart businesswoman. She owns parts of several Israeli fashion companies. For example, she has a stake in Carolina Lemke, a company that makes designer glasses. In 2018, Kim Kardashian joined her as a face of the brand.
In 2011, Bar Refaeli started an E-commerce company called Under.me. This company sells designer underwear online. She is an investor and helps with the business side of the company.
She is also an investor in MyCheck. This company helps process payments using smartphones. Her startup Mika Look, an iPad app, also raised a lot of money. This app lets users buy items that models are wearing.
Helping Others and Activism
Bar Refaeli cares about important causes. She took part in a campaign to help reduce the use of plastic bags in Israel. In 2009, she led a campaign for the Israel Water Authority. This campaign taught people about water use and how to save water.
In 2013, she hosted a beach party in Tel Aviv for Tel Aviv Pride. She also supported a law for civil marriages in Israel. In 2017, she hosted the closing ceremony for the 2017 Maccabiah Games in Israel.
Personal Life
Bar Refaeli married Israeli businessman Adi Ezra on September 24, 2015, in Israel. They have three children together. Their daughters are named Elle (born 2016) and Liv (born 2017). Their son is named David (born 2020).
She was also in a relationship with American actor Leonardo DiCaprio from 2005 to 2011. They remained friends after their relationship ended.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 1992 | Amazing Grace | Kindergarten Child |
| 2010 | Shir Al Hayam | Female Surfer |
| 2011 | Session | Eden |
| 2013 | Kidon | Einav |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 1994 | Kofiko | Iris |
| 2005 | Pick Up | Noa Zuckerman |
| 2005 | Eretz Nehederet | Efi Midaber's Aunt |
See also
In Spanish: Bar Refaeli para niños
- Israeli fashion
