Jessica White facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jessica White
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White at Jacob's Cure 'Dream Big!' Annual Gala 2012
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| Born | June 21, 1984 Buffalo, New York, U.S.
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| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Kensington High School |
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| Height | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) |
| Hair color | Black |
| Eye color | Dark Brown |
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Jessica Angel White (born June 21, 1984) is an American fashion model, actress, and TV star. She is famous for being a Victoria's Secret runway model. She also worked as a spokesperson for Maybelline and CoverGirl. Many people know her from her appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issues. Besides modeling, she has been on TV shows like America's Next Top Model and Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.
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Early Life and Start
Jessica White was born on June 21, 1984, in Buffalo, New York. Her father was a pastor, and she sang in a church group when she was a child. She went to Kensington High School.
When Jessica was just 12 years old, someone discovered her talent in Buffalo. By age 16, she had attended a modeling school. After only one week of modeling, she got her first big job. She worked on a story for Vogue after meeting Anna Wintour, a very famous person in fashion. Later, she signed a contract with IMG Models, a big international modeling agency in Paris.
Modeling Career Highlights
Jessica White has modeled for many popular magazines. These include Sports Illustrated, W, Harper's Bazaar, and Teen Vogue. She has also walked the runway for many famous fashion designers. Some of these include Victoria's Secret, Oscar de la Renta, Ralph Lauren, and Marc Jacobs.
She has appeared in advertisements for well-known brands. These include Chloé, CoverGirl, Gap, Maybelline, and Tommy Jeans. Jessica also modeled for Joanne Gair's amazing body painting art in these magazines.
Acting and TV Appearances
Jessica White has also appeared in music videos for popular artists. She was in videos for Jay-Z ("Change Clothes"), John Legend, Robin Thicke, and Trey Songz.
She had a small role in the movie Big Momma's House 2 in 2006. In 2008, she played herself on the TV show The Young and the Restless. Jessica was a guest judge on America's Next Top Model in 2009.
In 2016, she was part of the reality TV show Famously Single. This show followed eight single celebrities living together. Jessica also played the role of Tammi in the romantic comedy movie The Perfect Match (2016).
In 2016, Jessica also released her first song, "Bipolar Love". She wrote and produced it under her stage name "Jypsy". In June 2023, she joined the main cast of the reality TV series Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.
Helping Others
Jessica White started a special group called the Angel Wings Foundation. This organization helps women.
Appearances in Film and Television
Jessica White has appeared in various films and TV shows.
Film Roles
- 2006: Big Momma's House 2 as Bra Model
- 2016: The Perfect Match as Tammi
Television Roles
- 2007: Victoria's Secret Fashion Show as Herself
- 2008: The Young and the Restless as Herself / model
- 2009: America's Next Top Model as Guest Judge / Supermodel
- 2016: Famously Single as Herself
- 2016: Zoe Ever After as Herself
- 2023–present: Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta as Herself
Music Videos
- 2003: "Change Clothes" by Jay-Z
- 2005: "Comin' To Your City" by Big & Rich
- 2005: "So High" by John Legend
- 2008: "The Sweetest Love" by Robin Thicke
- 2010: "Neighbors Know My Name" by Trey Songz
- 2010: "Power" by Kanye West
- 2013: "XO" by Beyoncé
See also
In Spanish: Jessica White para niños
