Reeva Steenkamp

Reeva Steenkamp

Model, murder victim
Date of Birth: 19.08.1983
Country: South Africa

Biography of Reeva Steenkamp

Reeva Rebecca Steenkamp was a well-known South African model and the former girlfriend of legendary Paralympic athlete Oscar Pistorius, also known as the "Blade Runner." Born in 1983 in Cape Town, Reeva grew up in a family with her father Barry Steenkamp, mother June, and her stepbrother Adam. Reeva had a close bond with Adam and considered him her true brother.

Reeva Steenkamp

From a young age, Reeva was involved in equestrian sports. However, when she was in her early twenties, she had a severe accident that resulted in a broken back. It took her a long time to recover and learn to walk again. Her family eventually moved to Port Elizabeth, where Reeva completed her schooling at St Dominic's Priory School. She then studied law at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, graduating in 2005 with a bachelor's degree and becoming a lawyer.

Reeva Steenkamp

While working as a legal assistant, Reeva pursued a modeling career. She began modeling as a teenager and won several contests. Her striking appearance led to opportunities such as appearing in "FHM" magazine and becoming the face of Avon cosmetics in South Africa. Reeva also worked in advertisements for Sivana Diamonds, a jewelry company. In 2011, she ranked 40th on the South African "100 Sexiest Women" list by "FHM" and 45th in 2012.

Reeva Steenkamp

Reeva also appeared on South African television, including Fashion TV and participating in various advertising campaigns. In 2012, she appeared on the BBC Lifestyle show "Baking Made Easy." She was set to appear on the reality show "Tropika Island of Treasure," scheduled to start in February 2013. However, tragically, Reeva Steenkamp died in February 2013, just two days before the show's premiere.

Reeva Steenkamp

The cause of Reeva's death was her boyfriend, Oscar Pistorius, who shot her four times in his home. Oscar Pistorius is a well-known disabled athlete and six-time Paralympic champion. Whether Reeva's death was intentional or accidental will be determined by the court. Pistorius claims he loved Reeva and would never harm her. The prosecution argues that the killing does not fit the category of unintentional. Pistorius' testimony has been inconsistent and questionable, and several medications, including testosterone and syringes, were found in his home.

Reeva Steenkamp

The murder of Reeva Steenkamp generated significant public attention, and details of the case have been widely covered on television, both in South Africa and around the world. Reeva was laid to rest on February 19, 2013, in a ceremony at Victoria Park crematorium in Port Elizabeth. Her family has been devastated by her tragic and undeserved death and seeks answers about why it happened. Her mother, June, expressed the family's grief, saying, "Answers, that's what we want... We just want answers as to why this had to happen, why our beautiful daughter had to die like this."

Reeva Steenkamp

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