Marisa Miller facts for kids
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Marisa Miller
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Miller at The Mirage in Paradise, Nevada, on April 24, 2009
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| Born |
Marisa Lee Bertetta
August 6, 1978 |
| Spouse(s) |
Jim Miller
(m. 2000; div. 2002)Griffin Guess
(m. 2006) |
| Children | 2 |
| Modeling information | |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Hair color | Blonde |
| Eye color | Hazel |
| Agency | Excel Sports Management |
Marisa Lee Miller (born August 6, 1978) is an American model. She is famous for appearing in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and for her work with Victoria's Secret.
Marisa started working for these companies in 2002. In 2007, she became a Victoria's Secret Angel. She also appeared on the cover of the 2008 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, which was very popular.
She has worked with big companies like Harley-Davidson, where she was their first spokesperson. She also became a spokesperson for the NFL in 2010. Besides modeling, Marisa has been an ambassador for the American Cancer Society and the USO. She also made her movie debut in R.I.P.D. in 2013.
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Early Life and Discovery
Marisa Lee Bertetta was born in Santa Cruz, California. She has two younger sisters. She went to Aptos High and Monte Vista Christian School.
Growing up, Marisa thought of herself as a tomboy. She mostly had male friends and wasn't very interested in "girly" things. She was quite shy and would often wear big t-shirts to hide her body. Even at the beach, she would get fully dressed just to throw something away.
When she was sixteen, two Italian modeling agents "discovered" Marisa. This happened while she was walking through a café in San Francisco. After talking with her mom, Marisa flew to Italy a few months later to start modeling. This was a big step for her shy personality.
Modeling Career Highlights
In 2001, Marisa's modeling career grew a lot. She met famous fashion photographer Mario Testino. This led to her appearing in American and Italian editions of Vogue.
By 2002, Marisa was working for Victoria's Secret. She also started appearing in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She was in every issue from 2002 to 2008. A famous moment was in 2007 when she posed wearing only an iPod.
Marisa has been featured in many different magazines. These include Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Elle, and Vanity Fair. She has also been in advertisements for brands like Marc Jacobs, Tommy Hilfiger, Victoria's Secret, and Guess?.
Her first TV commercial for Victoria's Secret was in 2007. She appeared with supermodel Heidi Klum. On December 4, 2007, Marisa walked in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show for the first time. She even opened a section in the show the next year.
On February 12, 2008, it was announced that Marisa would be on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. This was shown on a huge billboard in New York City. The online release of this issue broke records. It had 228 million page views, which was a big increase from the year before. In September 2008, Sports Illustrated released a "Best of Marisa Miller" swimsuit calendar for 2009.
Victoria's Secret kept her busy in 2008. She went on a five-city tour to promote their 2008 Swim collection. This tour included stops in New York City, Miami, and Chicago. In Chicago, she even threw the first pitch at a Chicago Cubs baseball game.
Beyond Traditional Modeling
In 2010, Marisa started to focus on building her own brand. She wanted to promote products that fit her personality. In July 2008, she launched a line of shoes. She created these shoes with Vans, a company known for skateboarder and surfer gear.
Marisa also became the first spokesperson for Harley-Davidson in 2008. This motorcycle company had been around for 100 years. She helped launch their VRSCF V-Rod Muscle motorcycle. In 2009, she supported their "Military Appreciation Month" campaign. In 2010, she worked on their "Start Something" campaign. This campaign encouraged new riders to follow their dreams.
From 2010, Marisa also represented the rum brand Captain Morgan. She was their "Official First Mate" in ads and at events. In October 2010, the NFL announced Marisa as a spokesperson for the 2010-2011 season. She helped host the NFL International Series game in London. In 2010, she designed a paddle board line for women with Surftech. In 2012, she appeared in a beach-themed commercial for Buick.
Acting and TV Appearances
Marisa's first TV job was in 2004. She was a judge on the Bravo reality show Manhunt: The Search for America's Most Gorgeous Male Model. That same year, she appeared in the "Spin You Around" music video by Puddle of Mudd.
In 2007, she was in the pilot and finale of the VH1 reality show The Shot. She also had small roles in HBO's Entourage and the CBS comedy How I Met Your Mother. In How I Met Your Mother, she appeared with other Victoria's Secret Angels.
In 2009, she was a guest judge on America's Next Top Model. She also had a small role in an episode of Gary Unmarried. In 2010, she co-hosted an episode of GameTrailers TV with Geoff Keighley. She has also appeared in commercials for the NFL Network and the "Visit California" campaign.
Marisa's first movie role was in R.I.P.D. in 2013. She starred alongside Ryan Reynolds and Jeff Bridges.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Director | Notes |
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| 2013 | R.I.P.D. | Opal Pavlenko | Robert Schwentke |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2007 | Entourage | Model | Episode: "The Prince's Bride" |
| 2007 | How I Met Your Mother | Marisa Miller | Episode: "The Yips" |
| 2009 | Gary Unmarried | Brittney | Episode: "Gary Keeps a Secret" |
Personal Life and Hobbies
Marisa married Jim Miller in 2000. He was a surfing promoter and lifeguard. They separated in 2002 and later divorced. Marisa kept the last name Miller. She then married music producer Griffin Guess on April 15, 2006. They have two sons. Their first son was born on December 13, 2012, and their second son was born on May 29, 2015.
Marisa has loved surfing since she was young. Her aunt was even on the professional surfing tour. In 2004, Marisa came in second in the celebrity division of the Kelly Slater Surf Invitational. She says that she feels her best when she is surfing every day. She also won the most valuable player award at the 4th annual Celebrity Beach Bowl.
In high school, she was a great volleyball player. She has also taken up boxing. After signing with Harley-Davidson, Marisa got her motorcycle license. She rides a Harley Nightster. Marisa has said she would like to be a sportscaster one day.
Marisa comes from a family of nurses. Her mother went back to college to become a pediatrics nurse. Her sisters are also nurses. Marisa has said she might become a nurse if she stops modeling.
As of 2009, Marisa Miller is an ambassador for the American Cancer Society. Money from her online store goes to this charity. She also supports the Surfrider Foundation. This environmental group works to protect the world's oceans and beaches. In 2014, she received the first Paul Walker Ocean Leadership Award.
In October 2009, Marisa hosted the Monte Foundation music festival. This event raises money for schools in the Aptos area, where she and Griffin Guess own a home. She is also an ambassador for the USO. She visits military bases and gets many fan letters from American troops around the world.
See also
In Spanish: Marisa Miller para niños
