Kelly LeBrock is an American-born British model and actress. She first rose to fame as a supermodel in the 80’s and has appeared on the covers of several magazines including Vogue. LeBrock transitioned from modeling to acting, starring in several films. They include The Woman in Red, Strange Science, Hard to Kill, Wrongly Accused and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.
The model-actress has been described as one of the biggest sex symbols of her time. LeBrock married fellow actor Steven Seagal in 1987. The union gave birth to three children and they divorced in 1996. After the marriage ended, the beauty retired from public life and not much was heard about her.
Bio – Who is Kelly LeBrock?
If you check her records, you will find that Kelly LeBrock was born on March 24, 1960. Her father Harold Arthur LeBrock was French Canadian while her mother Mary Cecilia Traynor was Irish. She also had a brother named Harold. Young LeBrock grew up in Kensington, an affluent part of London.
Kelly LeBrock started modeling at the age of 16. She was spotted at a party in her native New York. Her first model gig was a British Airways ad. After the success of the gig, LeBrock decided to make a career out of modeling. The New York native tasted just a few years into her career. She has graced the cover of several magazines, including the coveted Vogue. She has also appeared in commercials for various companies such as Pantene and Christine Dior. LeBrock’s line in a Pantene ad, “Don’t hate me because I’m beautiful,” remains evergreen and a pop culture catchphrase to this day.
From modeling, LeBrock progressed into acting, starring in several films. They include The Woman in Red (1984) , Strange Science (1985) , Hard to Kill (1990) , Betrayal of the Dove (1993) , Hard Bounty (1995) , Wrongly Accused (1998) and many more.
Wealth (income and earnings)
Kelly LeBrock has a modest estimated net worth of $2 million. She earned her money from the many films in which she appeared. She also earned a considerable amount from the various modeling gigs she started at the height of her career.
LeBrock is also a philanthropist; She has workedwith organizations that help people suffering from cancer. This must not be inextricably linked to their personal experience. Her brother Harold died of cancer in 2008.
Her daughter
The former supermodel has been married three times and has three children. Her first marriage was to film producer Victor Drai in 1984. They separated in 1986. She next married action film star Steven Seagal in 1987. The marriage produced three children – Annaliza (born 1987), Dominic (born 1990) and Arissa (born 1993). Lebrock and Seagal divorced in 1996. The woman in the red star then married a former banker, Fred Steck. They tied the knot and divorced in 2008.
Arissa, Lebrock’s daughter, has followed her mother’s steps into modeling. Blessed with her father’s build and her mother’s curves, Arissa is a fast-growing plus-size model. She walked the catwalk for fashion brand Mac Duggal. She has also done photo shoots for major retailer Ashley Stewart. Arissa and her mother took part in the reality TV series, Growing Up Supermodel in 2017 . The show tells the life of famous childrenwho aspire to become models. Other participants include Atiana De La Hoya (daughter of boxer, Oscar De La Hoya) and Cairo Peele (daughter of model Beverly Peele).
Where is she now?
Kelly Lebrock made a conscious decision to withdraw from the spotlight. This was so that her children were not affected by the negative aspects of fame. In her opinion, she wanted to protect her children from news about her acrimonious divorce from Seagal. She also wanted to give her children a normal childhood with real people. As such, she moved to a remote part of LA
Kelly LeBrock has a ranch in Santa Ynez Valley, California, where she resides to this date. In recent years, she has returned to the limelight. This is most likely due to the fact that their children are now grown and able to take care of themselves. In 2013, she starred in a thriller titled Hidden Affairs . In 2015 she also appeared in the TV movie, A Prince for Christmas . LeBrock and her youngest daughter, Arissa, competed in the 2017 Lifetime reality series. Growing up supermodel . The show chronicled the struggles and trials mother and daughter went through.
