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    How many children did Warwick Davis have with late wife Samantha and how old are they?

    WARWICK Davis is an actor and TV personality who made his breakthrough at the age of 11 as the Ewok Wicket in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.Behind the scenes he is a father and widower to his late wife Samantha, who sadly passed away in March 2024.Warwick Davis and wife Samantha with their children Annabel and HarrisonCredit: GettyHow many children does Warwick Davis have?Warwick Davis and his wife Samantha shared two surviving children, Harrison and Annabelle.Their first son, Lloyd, was born in 1991 with both of his parents’ conditions.Sadly, his lungs were too small to support normal function and he died at just nine days old.They also lost another son, George, when Samantha suffered a miscarriage at 19 weeks.Read more on Warwick DavisSpeaking about his lost children, Warwick said: “Prior to Annabelle and Harrison we had a baby boy, Lloyd, who inherited both our conditions… And that is something that proves fatal.“It’s something that a baby won’t survive. “But Lloyd, he survived for nine days, but yeah he was beautiful… but it was a tough time. And yeah, we had a stillborn too.”On March 28, 1997, the pair’s daughter Annabelle was born, making her 27 years old at the time of writing.Most read in CelebrityAnnabelle Davis has followed in her father’s footsteps and pursued a career in actingCredit: PAShe is an actress known for starring in Channel 4’s Hollyoaks as Lacey Lloyd since 2023.Annabelle featured in CBBC’s The Dumping Ground (2015-22) as Sasha Bellman.She also played Mims Ufgood in the TV series of Willow (2022-23) — the ’80s movie that made her father famous.Their son Harrison was born in 2003, making him around 21 years old — but his exact date of birth is not in the public domain.He is also an actor, having appeared in TV series Dwarves Assemble (2013) and Moley (2021), as well as playing Pommet Warwick in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019).Both children have SED, inherited from their parents.Spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita (SED) is a rare disorder of bone growth that results in dwarfism, characteristic skeletal abnormalities, and occasionally problems with vision and hearing.Samantha Davis dead aged 53: Harry Potter star Warwick’s beloved wife dies of sepsis as tributes roll inWho was Warwick Davis’ wife, Samantha?Samantha Davis was an actress known for her roles in Through The Dragon’s Eye (1989), ShortFellas (1999) and Honky Sausages (1999).She suffered from achondroplasia — a bone growth disorder that causes disproportionate dwarfism.The actress was struck down by sepsis back in 2019.Warwick exclusively told The Sun that her health dramatically declined ahead of a family caravan holiday.She’d put all the symptoms down to over-exerting herself while she was preparing for the trip. Warwick called an out-of-hours doctor.Warwick recalled: “By now, Sam was feeling absolutely terrible. “She was becoming drowsy, weak and hadn’t been to the toilet in over 24 hours.“Fortunately for us, our doctor recognised Sam’s symptoms and told us to head to A&E immediately with a suspected case of sepsis.”She was hospitalised with sepsis, meningitis and strep B infections.Sepsis is an infection that causes the body’s immune system to go into overdrive and attack tissues and organs, which can lead to amputations and even death.Warwick Davis and his wife Samantha started dating when they were 17 and 16 respectively after meeting on a movie setCredit: SuppliedOn March 24, 2024, Samantha passed away at the age of 53.Who is Warwick Davis?Warwick Davis is an English actor, television presenter, writer, director, producer and comedian.He was born in Epsom, Surrey on February 3, 1970, with SED. Davis is known for many roles in blockbuster films, including in Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Willow.His first major role was as Wicket the Ewok in the Star Wars film franchise.In 1988, Davis starred in the film called Willow, which was written with him specifically in mind.Davis then played the role of Professor Filius Flitwick in the Harry Potter films from 2001 until 2011.READ MORE SUN STORIESOn April 17, 2024, Warwick released a tribute to his late wife. He said, “Her passing has left a huge hole in our lives as a family. I miss her hugs.”She was a unique character, always seeing the sunny side of life she had a wicked sense of humour and always laughed at my bad jokes,” he continued. More

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    Who was Warwick Davis’ wife, Samantha?

    WARWICK Davis is known and adored by film fans around the world, thanks to his impressive career.His wife, Samantha, passed away on March 24, 2024.Who was Samantha Davis?Samantha Davis was born Samantha D. Burroughs on January 30, 1971.She was an actress known for her roles in Through the Dragon’s Eye, ShortFellas and Honky Sausages.Samantha had achondroplasia, a bone growth disorder that causes disproportionate dwarfism.The actress was married to fellow actor Warwick Davis, who has SED (spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita), a rare disorder of bone growth that also results in dwarfism.Samantha was struck down by sepsis back in 2019.Warwick exclusively told The Sun that her health dramatically declined ahead of a family caravan holiday.She’d put it down to over-exerting herself while preparing for the trip, but when her symptoms went from itchiness and exhaustion to being unable to stand, Warwick called an out-of-hours doctor.“By now, Sam was feeling absolutely terrible,” Warwick recalled. “She was becoming drowsy, weak and hadn’t been to the toilet in over 24 hours.“Fortunately for us, our doctor recognised Sam’s symptoms and told us to head to A&E immediately with a suspected case of sepsis.”The infection causes the body’s immune system to go into overdrive and attack tissues and organs, which can be lethal and lead to amputations.In March 2024, it was announced that Samantha had passed away at the age of 53.Warwick released a statement in tribute to his late wife. He said, “Her passing has left a huge hole in our lives as a family. I miss her hugs.
    “She was a unique character, always seeing the sunny side of life she had a wicked sense of humour and always laughed at my bad jokes,” he continued.
    Warwick Davis with his beloved wife SamanthaCredit: GettyWhen did Warwick and Samantha get married?Samantha met Warwick when she was an extra on the set of his film Willow in 1988.They dated for four years before deciding to get hitched.The couple got married in June 1991 in front of family and friends.Do Warwick and Samantha have children?Samantha and Warwick have two children.Their daughter Annabelle was born in 1997 and their son Harrison was born in 2003.Annabelle is also an actress and stars in the CBBC show The Dumping Ground as Sasha Bellman.However, before their two children were born, the couple tragically lost two sons.Their first son, Lloyd, was born in 1991, with both of his parents’ conditions.Sadly, his lungs were too small to support normal function and he died at just nine days old.They also lost another son, George, when Samantha was 19 weeks pregnant and suffered two miscarriages before welcoming Annabelle and Harrison. More

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    Who is Simon Squibb on TikTok and what is his net worth?

    SIMON Squibb was homeless at 15, but now he’s a multi-millionaire.Here is everything you need to know about the businessman who documents his successes online. Simon has changed his life around since being broke and homelessCredit: Jack Hill/The Times, The Sunday Times.At 15 sleeping in a stairwell, similar to the one he purchased in 2023Credit: Instagram/@simonsquibbWho is Simon Squibb?Simon Squibb is a British content creator, Investor, Entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of HelpBnk.He has gained a large following through his videos on TikTok.His videos vary from interviewing the public about their dreams to discussing his successes with his followers.This has resulted in the popular influencer gaining millions of views on his channel.Read More on TikTokAs of April 2024, he has over 2.6 million followers on TikTok.You can find his account under the username @simonsquibbSimon grew up in a middle-class family but his life fell apart when he was just 15 years old.His dad suffered a heart attack at home in front of him and soon after that he fell out with his mum and left home, leaving behind his three siblings.Most read in ShowbizHe told the Daily Mail: “It was a traumatic time and I left with nothing — not even a bag. I had no money, no possessions. “I begged for food and money. I slept rough in a park, then a stairwell like this. And later a squat.”Despite the hardship and heartbreak at the time, Simon now sees it in a different light.He shared: “I almost look at it as a positive time. I had a chance to discover myself.“I realised I didn’t need possessions. I went into survival mode and an entrepreneurial muscle awoke in my brain — all the important stuff that school doesn’t teach you — how to manage money, how to start a business, how to survive.”How did Simon Squibb make money?Simon was 15 when he started up his first company with his gardening firm which went on to make big bucks every year.He spent 10 years as an entrepreneur in the UK and 20 years as an entrepreneur in Hong Kong. I was sleeping in a stairwell when I was 15 and I was homeless”Simon SquibbThis is where his company Fluid was born.In 2015, Simon sold the firm to global accounting giant PWC for an eye-watering amount.He now runs HelpBnk, a networking app where start-up founders can swap tips.Over the last two decades, he has invested in over 70 startups.  His website reads: “Simon is the founder of the world’s first Help2Earn system, a platform that helps people learn how to start and scale a business for free while those that help get paid. Simon’s mission is to help 10million people start a business of their own, and fix the education system.As the businessman is known for his willingness to take risks, in August 2023, he purchased a disused four-storey stairwell similar to the one he once lived in.He shared how he planned to turn it into a rent-free office space for start-ups.Simon told The Times: “It just captured my imagination. “I thought of my first business, a gardening company, while I was sleeping in a stairwell when I was 15 and I was homeless. “I kind of think this is the height of craziness when a staircase is now being sold off. “The worst outcome will be that we just make this our walk-in office, where we can meet people and they can tell us their dreams.”READ MORE SUN STORIESWhat is Simon Squibb’s net worth?Simon has an estimated net worth of £510 million.He owns a Lamborghini Diablo VT which is worth £300k. More

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    Who is Alison Hammond’s boyfriend David Putman, how tall is the Russian masseur, and what is their age gap?

    ALISON Hammond’s new boyfriend has finally been revealed.Her last public relationship was with gardener Ben Hawkins but that sadly ended in 2023.Alison Hammond and her new man David PutmanCredit: InstagramAlison’s pals say she’s ‘never been happier’Credit: InstagramWho is Alison Hammond’s boyfriend, David Putman?Alison is said to be dating David Putman.He works as a model and dancer and frequently shares snaps of his career with his social media followers.He studied as a body therapist offering, “classic, lymphatic drainage, anti-cellulite, wraps, facial massage”.According to reports, his massage services are still being advertised on a Russian website.Read More on Alison HammondHe has relatives in Brighton and is proud of his Russian heritage, posing in national dress while competing in youth choirs in his home city, Krasnodar.His Libya-born father – also called David Putman – married a Russian woman after the death of his first wife.The model also has half-brother Kristarphor and half-sister Kerrie.David regularly shares posts from his travels online and recently enjoyed trips to Paris and Rome.Most read in ShowbizHe also posts snaps from his trips around London and has attended pro-Palestinian marches in the capital.How old is Alison Hammond’s boyfriend, David?David is thought to be around 20 years younger than Alison who is 49.Her son Aiden is 19 years old, making him not much younger than her new lover.Despite the age gap, the This Morning star is said to be “happier than ever” with her new partner following a “turbulent love life”.Alison confessed she felt like a “failure” after splitting from her ex-husband, Aiden’s dad.She was previously engaged to cab driver Noureddine Boufaied, but claimed she “wasn’t ready for marriage at the time.”I’m getting to that age now where I think ‘Alison, let go – it’s OK to settle down'”Alison HammondShe then dated landscape gardener Ben Hawkins for two years, before their split in 2023.Alison previously revealed she “has always been scared” of commitment but is now ready to tie the knot if Mr Right comes along.David is from RussiaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/B31l-7qoP-Q/?img_index=2He often shares his travel snaps on InstagramAlison Hammond and her son Aiden HammondCredit: GettyHow tall is Alison Hammond’s boyfriend, David?As a model, it’s no surprise that David must be tall. He stands at an impressive height of 6 feet 10 inches.Alison on the other hand is 5 feet 10 inches, making David a whole foot taller than the TV star.Her new beau comes as Alison admitted she is “finally ready to settle down” after years of “getting cold feet” in past relationships.Speaking to Gyles Brandreth on his podcast Rosebud, she said that she “loves her own company” and believes that’s why she struggles in relationships.She explained: “I think that’s why I struggle in relationships, because I don’t want somebody around me all the time. “I absolutely love being on my own. I’m OK with it. I’ve never felt lonely.“I think as soon as I hear the word marriage I get cold feet. I think I’m just one of those people. “I always – not think there’s something better – but I always get a bit nervous to know that is it.“I just feel like I’m tied down and I don’t like it, when really and truly,Speaking to Gyles Brandreth on his podcast Rosebud, the TV star explained that she “loves her own company” and believes that’s why she struggles in relationships.She shared: “I think that’s why I struggle in relationships, because I don’t want somebody around me all the time. I absolutely love being on my own. I’m OK with it. I’ve never felt lonely.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I think as soon as I hear the word marriage I get cold feet. I think I’m just one of those people. I always – not think there’s something better – but I always get a bit nervous to know that is it.“I just feel like I’m tied down and I don’t like it, when really and truly, I’m getting to that age now where I think ‘Alison, let go – it’s OK to settle down.’” More

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    Who is Victoria Beckham’s ex-fiance, Mark Wood?

    VICTORIA and David Beckham have been one of the most iconic celebrity couples since they got together.But before finding love with the former football star, Victoria was engaged to a local electrician named Mark Wood.Before her marriage to David, Victoria Beckham was previously engagedCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdMark was Victoria’s former boyfriendCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdMark popped the question when Victoria first auditioned for Spice GirlsCredit: ReutersWho is Victoria Beckham’s ex-fiance Mark?Mark Wood worked as a burglar alarm fitter.The pair eventually lived together in the family’s luxurious £400,000 home in Goff’s Oak, Hertfordshire.Mark asked Victoria to marry him in 1994.This was just after she auditioned to be in the Spice Girls.Read More on The BeckhamsDespite not being married, the singer began calling herself Victoria Adams Wood and the name was even used on early Spice Girls merchandise.How did Victoria Beckham and Mark Wood meet?Victoria and Mark met when she was a 14-year-old schoolgirl at St Mary’s High in Cheshunt.Mark working for her parents’ electronics supply business. Why did Victoria Beckham and Mark Wood split?The pair were together for six years before deciding to part ways.Most read in ShowbizSpeaking to Channel 4 at the time, the now mum-of-four said: “It wasn’t the right person for me, I wasn’t enjoying myself, so that had to end.”She’s got what she always wanted and I’m proud of her”Mark WoodShe joked: “I didn’t give him the ring back either! I’ve still got it because it was a wicked ring. Isn’t that horrible? It makes me sound really unrealistic.”Mark was reportedly heartbroken at the time over the split but despite the pair parting ways, he wished her all the best.He told The People in 1997: “It was a very special relationship. But that part of my life is over.”It’s sad because we were together for a long time. But she’s got what she always wanted and I’m proud of her.”However, the electrician was reportedly unhappy after Victoria’s comments she made about him in ITV documentary, Being Victoria. She said: “For some reason we got engaged. He was an alarm engineer. “If only he’d stayed in that cupboard that I met him in at my mum’s house.”Getting his own back, Mark later claimed she “went like an express train” and said: “The boobs she’s got now are certainly not the ones she had back then.”A Channel 5 spokesperson said at the time: “As they always say, revenge is a dish best-served cold. “Mark has never spoken before in public about his relationship with Victoria but feels it is time to set the record straight. “Mark was quite hurt by what she said and doesn’t intend to spare Victoria’s blushes.”Victoria went on to start dating former football star David Beckham and just 10 months later they announced their engagement.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe couple married in 1999 and welcomed their first child, Brooklyn, 25, later that same year. They have now been married for 25 years and are parents to Brooklyn, Romeo, 21, Cruz, 19, and 13 year old Harper.David Beckham and Victoria Beckham have been happily married for 25 yearsCredit: GettyVictoria and David’s childrenCredit: AFP More

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    Who is presenter Stephen Mulhern and is he dating Josie Gibson?

    AFTER bursting onto the scene as a young magician, Stephen Mulhern has become one of the UK’s most sought-after TV presenters.Despite his career in the spotlight he has always kept quiet about his personal life, but in April 2024 he was spotted getting close to Josie Gibson. Stephen Mulhern is a popular ITV presenterCredit: RexWho is Stephen Mulhern?Stephen Mulhern was born on April 4, 1977.From Stratford in London, he is a famous presenter, entertainer and magician best known for his shows on ITV.His interest in magic started when his father began teaching him tricks before bedtime when he was 11.He later joined The Magic Circle as the youngest member, which led to an appearance on Blue Peter.Read more on Stephen MulhernStephen’s career as a magician resulted in television gigs when he won the The Big Big Talent Show hosted by Jonathan Ross.The prize was to perform in the Royal Variety Performance at the Victoria Palace Theatre with the late Queen sitting in the audience.Not long after, Stephen landed his break out presenting job when he hosted Ministry Of Mayhem alongside Holly Willoughby.Most read in celebrityWhat is Stephen Mulhern’s net worth?Thanks to his incredible career both as a magician and a top TV host, Stephen has very impressive fortune.As of 2024 the television presenter has an estimated net worth of £7M.Iconic CITV stars could reunite after 20 years for new show Stephen also boasts an impressive housing portfolio.He owns a property firm called JFDI Productions which includes several homes.Who has Stephen Mulhern dated?Stephen has been linked to a number of famous faces over the years.Strictly Come Dancing star and EastEnders actress Emma Barton met the presenter while working together on pantomime, Snow White.The two started seeing one another, but things fell apart for the couple in 2011 and they called it quits.Stephen revealed at the time that the romance had come to a “natural end”. Stephen Mulhern was spotted getting close to Josie Gibson in April 2024Credit: MagicmomentsUKThen in April 2024, Stephen’s love-life hit the headlines again when he was spotted holding hands with Josie Gibson,The pair have been friends for years and were snapped sharing a sweet moment during rehearsals for the last ever Saturday Night Takeaway.Asked about their relationship status, Josie joked: “I’m in love with Stephen Mulhern. There you go.”She added to the Mail: “But story of my life, I don’t think he loves me.”Representatives for Stephen and Josie were contacted for comment. The popular star co-hosts Dancing On Ice with Holly WilloughbyCredit: RexWhat shows has Stephen Mulhern presented?Stephen is known for being the king of the spin-off shows having presented Dancing On Ice: Defrosted and Britain’s Got More Talent .However in 2024, he was upgraded to the main show and is now the co-host of Dancing On Ice alongside Holly Willoughby.Over the years he has presented other popular shows including Big Star’s Little Star, Catchphrase, and In For A Penny.The TV favourite is also known for Saturday Night Takeaway, and the ITV game show Rolling In It.READ MORE IN THE SUNIn 2023, Stephen was the host of the rebooted of Deal Or No Deal.The talented star is also a regular in pantomime. More

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    Who is Henry Cavill’s girlfriend, Natalie Viscuso?

    NATALIE Viscuso is a film executive who once appeared on the MTV reality show My Super Sweet 16.Man of Steel and The Witcher star Henry Cavill went public with his relationship with Viscuso in April 2021.Henry Cavil and Natalie Viscuso went public with their relationship in April 2021Credit: InstagramWho is Henry Cavill’s girlfriend, Natalie Viscuso?Natalie Viscuso was the vice president of Television and Digital Studios at Legendary Entertainment.Legendary was involved in the production of Man of Steel (2013) and Enola Holmes (2020), which both featured Cavill.Per Deadline, Viscuso was hired by Vertigo Entertainment as vice president of TV in 2022.She graduated from the University of Southern California in 2011.Read more on CelebrityAdditionally, Viscuso appeared on season one of MTV’s My Super Sweet 16 in 2005.A description of the episode reads: “At 15 years old, Natalie is now living in a $5 million house and cruising around town in her dad’s Bentleys and Ferraris. “What more could she want? How about being the most popular girl at school?”She hails from Roswell, New Mexico, but later moved to California.Most read in CelebrityHow long has Natalie been dating Henry?The couple went public with their relationship in the spring of 2021.Cavill made a rare appearance with his now not-so-mystery woman in April.Dressed in all black she clutched the hand of her actor boyfriend, opting for ripped jeans and a military-style jacket.She paired her look with dark sunglasses and an over-the-shoulder bag, while Cavill wore jeans, a jacket, and a grey beanie.The couple were out walking Henry’s dog Kal-El as they gazed romantically at each other and exchanged plenty of loved-up looks.After the two were spotted on a New York City outing in April 2024, many speculated that Henry and Natalie were expecting a child.Natalie Viscuso and Henry Cavill are seen attending the after party for the UK film premiere of Argylle at Louie on January 24, 2024, in London, EnglandCredit: Ricky Vigil M / Justin E Palmer/GC ImagesWhen did Henry and Natalie make their red carpet debut?Henry and Natalie made their red carpet debut in October 2022.The two appeared side by side at the premiere of Enola Holmes 2 in New York City in October 2022.Viscuso wore a long cream-colored, off-the-shoulder caped gown and black heels, while Cavill wore a gray, pin-striped suit.Henry Cavill shares video of him building a computer from scratch More

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    Who is Logan Paul’s fiancée, Nina Agdal?

    BOMBSHELL Sport’s Illustrated Swimsuit model Nina Agdal has had a string of A-lister relationships – here’s everything you need to know.The glam influencer is now engaged to Youtuber and WWE superstar Logan Paul – and the couple have shared some exciting news.Nina Agdal and Logan Paul are engaged to be marriedCredit: Instagram / Nina AgdalWho is Nina Agdal?Nina Brohus Agdal was born on March 26, 1992, in Hillerød, Denmark.The 32-year-old model was on the cover of Sports Illustrated in their 50th-anniversary cover in 2014.Agdal shot to fame after multiple appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit editions – six to be exact.She has worked with celebs such as Chrissy Teigen and Lily Aldridge.In 2012, she made her debut for the magazine while earning Rookie of the Year honors at the age of 20.Agdal has over 1.8 million followers on Instagram, posting on the platform regularly.Nina has recently made headlines after she went to the courts to take action against Dillon Danis following the fighter’s alleged social media harassment in the run-up to his fight with her husband on October 14.Danis is also accused of sharing a 10-year-old X-rated photo of Agdal from a “romantic encounter” with one of her exes.Most read in CelebrityAgdal claimed to have “suffered humiliation, emotional distress, and reputational harm” from Danis’ persistent tweets about her.A court ruled in her favor, and a temporary restraining order was placed against Danis, reports TMZ.When did Nina Agdal and Logan Paul get engaged?Just weeks after their first-year anniversary, Paul reportedly popped the question to Agdal on July 2, 2023, in Lake Cuomo, Italy.The proposal was at the luxurious Hotel Passalacqua, where a one-night stay in a standard room for two can go for upward of $2,300. Just weeks before the surprise proposal, Paul made a sweet anniversary post on Instagram on May 17, 2023.”One very special year with my Danish queen @ninaagdal,” he wrote alongside several images of the pair together. Who has Nina Agdal dated?The model is famously known for having dated serial model dater and actor Leonardo DiCaprio.The two started dating in July 2016 and were spotted on vacation in New York, the Bahamas, and Montauk.The pair reportedly broke up in May 2017 after almost a year together.In November 2021, US Weekly reported that Agdal and her then-boyfriend, Jack Brinkley-Cook, had split after four years together.The two began dating the same year she split from DiCaprio.In 2019, she spoke to the outlet about their relationship.”Everything is good,” Agdal said.”Oh, my God, well, we’re not perfect. No relationship is perfect, but I think we just have a really sincere love for each other, and we support each other, we respect each other and we just love each other!”On January 1, 2023, the Victoria’s Secret alum went Instagram official with Logan Paul.The two were first spotted together in June 2022.Is Nina Adgel pregnant?Nina Adgel is pregnant and expecting her first child with Logan. Logan Paul and Nina Agdal shared their baby announcement on InstagramCredit: Instagram/loganpaulThe couple announced their happy news on Instagram with an adorable snap of them kissing while holding sonogram pictures.Logan captured the post: “Another Paul coming this Fall.”The wrestler also shared the news on his story and wrote: “Next chapter will be very special”.Meanwhile Nina penned: “Can’t wait to meet my new little best friend.”What is Nina Agdal’s net worth?Agdal has made a lucrative career from her swimsuit modeling.Celebrity Net Worth reports that her estimated net worth is $12 million.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe outlet also reports that she is managed by Elite Model Management and Munich Models.She has modeled for many well-known brands, including PINK by Victoria’s Secret. Inside WWE star Logan Paul’s whirlwind romance with model Nina Agdal from secret dating to quick proposal ahead of Mania More