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Emily Ratajkowski: Top 10 Facts You Need to Know

Emily Ratajkowski has been welcomed into the Sports Illustrated family as of today. Let’s get to know her a little better by checking out our Top 10 facts on the sexy model.


1. Emily Ratajkowski Has Been Revealed as One of Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Rookies

For the 50th Anniversary issue, Emily Ratajkowski has been name as one of the rookies for 2014. In honor of the big news, Ratajkowski posted the above photo on Instagram with this caption:

How’d you all recognize my bum so well? THE WORD IS OFFICIALLY OUT! So excited and honored to be a rookie in @SI_swimsuit 50th anniversary issue! Thank you @mj_day @ja_neyney @walteriooss Can’t wait for Feb 18 when the issue will hit stands!


2. Many Know Ratajkowski From Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines” Music Video

Ratajkowski’s bare breasts caused an uproar when Robin Thicke’s uncensored “Blurred Lines” music video was released. YouTube banned the explicit version, but later reinstated it.

Another music video that Ratajkowski appeared in was Maroon 5’s “Love Somebody.”


3. She’s Been Photographed By Terry Richardson

When Ratajkowski had a photo shoot for GQ magazine, the famous Terry Richardson was her photographer. As you may remember, Richardson was the mastermind behind Miley Cyrus’ “Wrecking Ball” video and photo shoot. Check out some video footage from Ratajowski’s GQ shoot below:


4. Westminster, London Is Her Hometown

According to Wikipedia, Ratajkowski was born in Westminster, London and her parents came from modest backgrounds. Her mother is a feminist woman who works as an English professor and writer, while her father is an art teacher. Though she was born overseas, Ratajkowski was raised in Encinitas, California.


5. Ford Models Signed Her at Age 14

At the young age of 14, the esteemed agency Ford Models signed on Ratajkowski. Here are some of her best modeling photos …


Click the “Next Page” button below to see the rest of Ratajkowski’s facts, which include her TV roles, sexy photos, her interests, and more.

6. Her Role on Nickelodeon’s iCarly Was Her Most Notable To Date

From 2009 -2010, Ratajkowski played the role of Tasha on Nickelodeon’s show iCarly.


7. Easter Never Looked So Sexy

Ratajkowski loves to celebrate the holidays. One Halloween she dressed as Frida Kahlo and for Easter … well …


8. She’s Surrounded By Animals

Well, whether she’s surrounded by animals or not, she definitely loves them. Check out some of the photos of Ratajkowski and all her furry friends.


9. She Shows A Great Deal of Appreciation to Her Parents

Ratajkowski is proud of her roots and loves to post tributes to her parents online. In the below photo, she included a caption that said:

I’m thankful for my inspiring parents who are my best friends and biggest supporters. Congrats on 23 years of marriage!


She even goes to karaoke bars with her parents … and performs!


10. Ratajkowski Is an Arcade Fire Fan

Check out this video that Emily Ratajkowski posted on her Instagram account, noting the evening as the “best secret Halloween show ever.” She’s also a big Lady Gaga fan as well.


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