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Elsa HoskSwedish model
Date of Birth: 07.11.1988
Country:  Sweden |
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Biography of Elsa Hosk
ChildhoodElsa Anna Sophie Hosk was born in Sweden and had an interesting upbringing. Even as a child, she received attention from the modeling industry. Her father sent photos of her to various national agencies, resulting in offers when she was just 13 years old. At the age of 14, Hosk began her career as a model.
Early Career
Although she initially pursued modeling, Hosk decided to focus on her education for a while. However, this did not stop her from participating in successful advertising campaigns. Hosk's talent and success in the fashion industry grew, and she collaborated with renowned brands such as Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Ungaro, H&M, Lilly Pulitzer, and Guess. She also worked extensively with Victoria's Secret, regularly appearing in their fashion shows and advertising campaigns.
Basketball Career
After completing high school, Hosk decided to pursue a professional basketball career in Sweden. Although the sport did not receive much attention in the country, she found success at the national level. However, Hosk eventually left the world of professional sports to focus on modeling. Her experience in basketball prepared her for the physical demands of being a professional model.
Modeling Success
Hosk's decision to pursue modeling full-time led her to move to New York, where she concentrated on her modeling career. While some attribute her success to her work with Victoria's Secret, Hosk believes that her collaborations with photographer Ellen von Unwerth for Guess played a significant role in her career. In 2011, she began working with Victoria's Secret and became an official representative of their sister brand, PINK. She later achieved the rank of Victoria's Secret Angel. Models.com ranks Hosk as the 18th sexiest model in the world.
Personal Life and Activism
Hosk has two brothers, Lucas and Johan. Her cousin, Alice Herbst, is also involved in the modeling industry and won Sweden's Next Top Model in 2012. In recent years, Hosk has actively collaborated with the international organization FAIR Girls, which fights against human trafficking and exploitation. Her interest in this field developed after watching the film "Whistleblower," which exposed the illegal transportation of live goods in the sex industry. Despite her busy modeling career, Hosk remains dedicated to maintaining an active lifestyle and continues to receive invitations to prestigious international events.
