Quick Info
| Profession | Model, actress, entrepreneur, businesswoman, author |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 20/03/1963 |
| Age | 63 years |
| Birthplace | Glendale, California, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Kathy Ireland
10/03/2026
Kathy Ireland and her husband, physician Greg Olsen, filed a lawsuit in Santa Barbara County Superior Court against their former business managers, Jason Winters and Erik Sterling. The suit alleges decades of financial misconduct that she says left the family in debt and forced the sale of their home. The defendants dispute the claims, and the allegations have not been tested in court.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Kathleen Marie Ireland is an American former supermodel, actress, author, entrepreneur and fashion designer. She appeared in 13 consecutive Sports Illustrated swimsuit issues in the 1980s and 1990s and later founded the brand licensing company kathy ireland Worldwide. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Green |
| Hair Color | Auburn |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Honorary Degree | Honorary master's of fine arts from American Intercontinental University's School of Design |
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Personal Life
| Residence | Santa Barbara, California, United States |
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| Philanthropy | Involved in charitable work and advocacy |
Relationships & More
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Family
| Father | John Ireland |
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| Mother | Barbara Ireland |
Career
| Modeling Start | Discovered by Elite Model Management in her teens |
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| Sports Illustrated | Appeared in 13 consecutive Sports Illustrated swimsuit issues, including three covers (1989, 1992, 1994) |
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| Business | Founded kathy ireland Worldwide in 1993, beginning with a sock line developed with John Moretz; the company now licenses products across home, fashion, jewelry, toys and more |
| Net Worth | $420 million (Forbes 2015 estimate) |
Style Quotient
| Signature Look | Known as a 1980s and 1990s supermodel with green eyes and auburn hair |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. As a child she painted and sold rocks door to door. | |
| 2. Warren Buffett advised her to enter the home furnishings business because home products are less affected by seasonal trends. | |
| 3. Her mother introduced her to her future husband, Greg Olsen. |
