Elle Macpherson

Date of Birth: March 29, 1964

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

Elle Macpherson, born Eleanor Nancy Gow, is an Australian model, actress, and businesswoman who gained international fame in the 1980s. Born on March 29, 1964, in Killara, New South Wales, Australia, she is best known for her record five cover appearances for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, earning her the nickname “The Body.” Macpherson’s career began when she moved to New York City to study law but was quickly scouted and signed by Click Model Management. Her modeling career took off, leading to a variety of high-profile contracts and magazine covers. In addition to modeling, Macpherson has ventured into acting, with roles in films such as “Sirens” (1994), “Batman & Robin” (1997), and “The Edge” (1997). She has also appeared on television, including a recurring role on the hit sitcom “Friends.” Beyond modeling and acting, Macpherson is a successful businesswoman. She launched her own lingerie line, Elle Macpherson Intimates, in 1990, which became one of the most recognized and best-selling lingerie brands in the world. Later, she expanded her business portfolio with the wellness company WelleCo, which focuses on health supplements.

5 Interesting Facts about Elle Macpherson

1. Elle Macpherson appeared on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue a record five times.

2. She studied law at the University of Sydney before transitioning to a modeling career.

3. Elle was one of the first models to turn her name into a brand, launching her own lingerie line, Elle Macpherson Intimates, in 1990.

4. She has a recurring role on the popular TV show “Friends” as Joey Tribbiani’s roommate and love interest, Janine LaCroix.

5. Macpherson co-founded the wellness company WelleCo, which specializes in health supplements and superfoods.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Elle Macpherson

1. “Being a public person doesn’t necessarily mean you’re a piece of meat for everybody.”

2. “I wanted so badly to study law. I almost deferred my modeling career to study law.”

3. “I thank God for my children every day. They’re my greatest inspiration and my greatest achievement.”

4. “Beauty is an attitude, there’s no secret.”

5. “I feel like my career has been a series of chapters, and I’m looking forward to the next one.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Elle Macpherson’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $95 million.

Children

Elle Macpherson has two children with her former partner, French financier Arpad Busson. Their names are Arpad Flynn Alexander Busson (born in 1998) and Aurelius Cy Andrea Busson (born in 2003).