Kate Upton’s modeling career began after she attended a casting call in Miami in 2008 and was signed by Elite Model Management. She relocated to New York and signed a modeling deal with IMG. Upton began by modeling for Dooney & Bourke and Garage.
Kate was born in St. Joseph, Michigan, United States of America, on June 10, 1992. Shelley and Jeff reared her as if she were their child.
Further of her career details, personal life, and early life are provided below.
Kate Upton Bio & Wiki Overview
She was born on June 10, 1992. Shelley and Jeff reared her as if she were their child. They come from an athletic family. Her mother won the state tennis title in Texas, and her father is a high school athletic director. Her family moved to Melbourne, Florida, in 1999. Her alma mater was Holy Trinity Episcopal School. Kate Upton is a five-time American Paint Horse Under-13 champion and one-time American Paint Horse 14-18 champion.
| Full Name | Katherine Elizabeth Upton |
| Other Name | Kate Upton |
| Gender | Female |
| Instagram Profile | @kateupton |
| Profession | Film actress and Model |
| Date of Birth | June 10, 1992 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 31 years |
| Place of Birth | St. Joseph, Michigan, United States of America |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | St. Joseph, Michigan, United States |
| Star Sign | Gemini |
| Ethnicity | White |
| School | Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy |
| University/College | N/A |
| Educational Qualifications | N/A |
Career
Kate Upton’s modeling career began after she attended a casting call in Miami in 2008 and was signed by Elite Model Management. She relocated to New York and signed a modeling deal with IMG. Upton began by modeling for Dooney & Bourke and Garage. She posed for Guess from 2010 to 2011 and appeared in the body paint section of Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Issue in 2011. One of her most famous 2011 videos shows her dancing at a Los Angeles Clippers game.
In November 2011, Upton made her acting debut in Tower Heist. She was on the cover of Vogue Italia in November 2012 and outside of Vogue UK in January 2013. In September 2013, Upton was named Model of the Year at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week’s 10th annual Style Awards.
Upton has been in editorials for Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, V, Mademoiselle, LOVE, GQ, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, and Esquire, to name a few. People named Upton the Sexiest Woman in 2014, and she was nominated for a Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie: Chemistry for her appearance in “The Other Woman.” Despite having difficulty hearing and seeing due to the frigid weather, Upton was the cover girl for the 2013 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
Net Worth, Filmography, Awards & Nominations
Kate Upton, an American actress and swimsuit model, is reported to be worth $20 million. Her great-grandfather, Frederick Upton, helped to create the Whirlpool Corporation. Contrary to popular belief, Kate is not the sole beneficiary of the Whirlpool family trust. In truth, Frederick left a considerable chunk of his estate to various organizations after his death, and many members of the extended Upton family are still alive.
Kate is married to professional baseball pitcher Justin Verlander, who has earned more than $350 million in pay throughout his career and is likely to reach $400-450 million in salary plus endorsements by the time he retires.
| Estimated Net Worth | $20 Million |
| Salary/Wage | N/A |
| Income Sources | Acting |
| Filmography | Tower Heist, The Three Stooges, The Other Woman, and More |
| Awards | Teen Choice Awards, Style Awards, People Magazine Awards, MTV Movie & TV Awards, and More |
Personal Details
Upton began dating Justin Verlander, a baseball pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, in early 2014. They were married in 2016. The wedding took place in Tuscany, Italy, in November of 2017. They had a baby girl in November of 2018. Their Boxer, Harley, passed away in September 2021.
| Height | 5 ft 10 in / 178 cm |
| Weight | 141 lb / 64 kg |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Body measurement | Bust size 38 in / 99 cm Waist size 27 in / 71 cm Hips size 36 in / 92 cm |
| Bra Sze | 44DD (US) / 100DD (EU) |
| Dress Size | 8 (US) or 38 (EU) |
| Shoe Size | 8.5 (US) 39 (EU), or 6 (UK) |
| Parents | Shelley Upton, Jeff Upton |
| Relationship Status | Married (Justin Verlander) |
| Siblings | Laura Upton, Christie Williams, David Upton |
Social Media Profile & Website
| @kateupton | |
| @kateupton | |
| @officialKateUpton | |
| TikTok | @officialKateUpton |
| Website | @kateupton.com |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kate Upton a single?
She is married and engaged to Justin Verlander.
Where was Kate Upton born?
Kate was born in St. Joseph, Michigan, United States of America.
What is the name of Kate Upton’s father?
Her father’s name is Jeff Upton.
What is the name of Kate Upton’s mother?
Her mother’s name is Shelley Upton.
What is Kate Upton’s net worth?
Kate has an estimated net worth of $20 Million.
What is Kate Upton’s age?
Kate Upton is 31 years old as of 2023.
What university did Kate Upton attend?
Kate Upton University is currently unknown.
What is Kate Upton’s real name?
Katherine Elizabeth Upton
Does Kate Upton drink alcohol?
Yes, but she drinks occasionally.
Does Kate Upton smoke?
Unknown
What is Kate Upton’s ethnicity?
White
