Veronika Vařeková facts for kids
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Veronika Vařeková
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Veronika Vařeková (born on June 19, 1977) is a famous Czech model. She has appeared on many magazine covers and in campaigns for well-known brands.
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About Veronika Vařeková
Veronika was born in Olomouc, which was then part of Czechoslovakia. Today, this city is in the Czech Republic. When she was 19, Veronika moved to New York City. She went there to study at the Parsons School of Design.
Soon after arriving in New York, she met with a modeling agency called Next Models. They immediately signed her, and her modeling career began.
Her Modeling Career
Veronika became very successful in the modeling world. She appeared on the covers of many popular magazines. One of her most famous appearances was on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
She worked with many top photographers. These included Patrick Demarchelier, Gilles Bensimon, and Peter Lindbergh. Veronika also appeared in advertising campaigns for big brands. Some of these brands were Gap, Chanel, Guess, and Victoria's Secret.
Veronika also appeared on several TV shows. She was a guest on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Jimmy Kimmel Live!. She also appeared on CNN and Fox and Friends.
Sports Illustrated and Other Magazines
Veronika Vařeková was featured in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue eight times. She appeared in the magazine from 1999 to 2002, and again from 2004 to 2007. A big moment in her career was when she appeared on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in 2004.
She also graced the covers of other major magazines. These included Marie Claire, Vogue, Harpers & Queen, and Cosmopolitan.
Veronika's Life Outside Modeling
In 2004, Veronika married Petr Nedvěd. He is a Czech-Canadian ice-hockey player. Their marriage ended in 2006.
Helping Others and Nature
Veronika is also known for her charity work. In 2008, she climbed Mount Kilimanjaro. This is a very tall mountain in Tanzania, Africa. During this trip, she met people from the African Wildlife Foundation. This organization works to protect wildlife in Africa.
In October 2009, Veronika became a Goodwill Ambassador for the African Wildlife Foundation. This means she helps promote their important work. She also volunteers at the SZPD Orphanage in her hometown of Olomouc.
Veronika lives in New York City. However, she also spends time in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. This allows her to be close to her family and friends.
