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McKey SullivanAmerican model
Date of Birth: 09.09.1988
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Mackie Sullivan
Mackie Sullivan, an American model, rose to fame after winning the eleventh season of the reality show "America's Next Top Model," which aired from September to November 2008. She stands at a height of 182 cm with measurements of 81-63.5-94 cm. Mackie is a natural blue-eyed blonde but dyes her hair chestnut. She wears a US size 4 and European size 34 for clothing, as well as a US size 12 and European size 44 for shoes. Mackie is currently represented by the 'Elite Model Management' agency in Chicago.
Early Life and Education
Mackie Sullivan was born on September 9, 1988, in Lake Forest, Illinois, to parents Michael and Gayle Sullivan. She has a sister named Bridgette and two brothers named Jimmy and Mikey. She completed her education at Lake Forest High School and went on to attend Ripon College, where she studied management, chemistry, and biology. During her college years, Mackie participated in various martial arts activities with her boyfriend. She also developed a fondness for the Bristol Renaissance Faire, a themed summer village that recreates the English Renaissance era in modern-day Wisconsin, where she drew inspiration for her medieval fashion sense.
Rise to Fame
Mackie's entry into the modeling industry began when she won a local regional competition to secure a contract with the 'Elite Model Look' agency, following a sports injury. On the reality show "America's Next Top Model," Mackie competed against thirteen other contestants. Due to multiple participants sharing the same name, Tyra Banks, the host of the show, requested Mackie Sullivan and another contestant, Brittney Brown, to change their names temporarily. Mackie chose the name "Mackie" as her pseudonym, as her mother had intended to name her Mackenzie at birth, making it her nickname in school. Mackie continues to use her nickname as her professional pseudonym. Initially, she had shoulder-length bright red hair, which later transformed into a short dark hairstyle.
Mackie quickly became one of the favorites on the show and consistently ranked among the top five contestants. During a visit to Amsterdam, all four designers expressed their desire to work with her. In the finale, Mackie competed against Samantha Potter, a contestant from California. Ultimately, Mackie emerged as the winner of the competition.
Post-Show Success
As the winner of "America's Next Top Model," Mackie Sullivan graced the cover of "Seventeen Magazine" and had a six-page feature about her in the publication. She also signed a contract for a cosmetics endorsement with 'CoverGirl' and joined the 'Elite Model Management' agency. Mackie appeared in advertising campaigns for 'Wal-Mart' and the national campaign for 'CoverGirl.' Additionally, her victory secured a billboard featuring her image in New York City's Times Square. In December 2008, Mackie was featured in "In Touch Weekly," and her photographs adorned the covers of "Forest & Bluff Magazine" in January 2009, "Nylon Magazine" in March 2009, and "Chicago Scene" in June 2009. She also participated in various advertising campaigns for brands such as 'Forever 21,' 'Rendezvous,' 'Myer,' 'Crabtree,' 'Evelyn,' and 'Sass and Bide.' Mackie posed for a September 2009 advertising photoshoot in "Marie Claire," showcasing bags from 'Oroton,' 'Fendi,' and 'Miu Miu.'
After the show, it was revealed that Mackie Sullivan had been involved with the charitable foundation 'Make a Wish Foundation,' which grants wishes to terminally ill children. In 2009, "People Magazine" named her one of the world's most beautiful people, and according to BuddyTV's rankings, Mackie was placed 44th in the list of sexiest women on the planet. Despite her popularity, Mackie's personal life remained unaffected.
