Candice Swanepoel is a South African model, entrepreneur, and Instagram star.
She came to the limelight after becoming a Victoria’s Secret Angel.
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Career
Candice Swanepoel’s journey into modeling began when she was scouted at a local flea market in her hometown at the age of 15.
Her stunning looks, enchanting blue eyes, and signature sun-kissed complexion quickly caught the attention of international modeling agencies.
In 2007, she made her debut at the prestigious Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and soon became one of the coveted Victoria’s Secret Angels.
Her appearances in the annual Victoria’s Secret fashion shows and campaigns helped catapult her to global fame and establish her as one of the top supermodels in the world.
Since her Victoria’s Secret debut, she has graced the covers of numerous high-profile fashion magazines, worked with prominent fashion designers, and walked the runways for some of the biggest fashion houses.
Her versatility as a model has allowed her to excel in both commercial and high-fashion genres.
She is celebrated for her natural beauty, toned physique, and strong work ethic.
She has been the face of various fashion and beauty campaigns and has worked with renowned photographers and creatives throughout her career.
As a social media influencer, she has a significant presence on platforms like Instagram, where she shares behind-the-scenes moments, travel adventures, and glimpses of her personal life with her millions of followers.
In addition to social media and modeling, she is also a successful businesswoman.
She is the founder of the Tropic of C swimsuit line, which is inspired by both nature and the feminine body.
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Profile
- Real Name: Candice Susan Swanepoel
- Stage Name: Candice Swanepoel
- Nickname: Candice
- Birthday: October 20, 1988
- Birthplace: Mooi River, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Nationality: South African
- Religion: –
- Profession: Model, Entrepreneur, Instagram star
- Education: St Anne’s Diocesan College
- Hobbies: –
- Facebook: –
- Twitter: @angelcandice
- Instagram: @candiceswanepoel
- TikTok: –
- YouTube: –
Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance
- Height: 177 cm (5’10”)
- Weight: 55 kg (121 lbs)
- Blood Type: –
- Hair Color: Blonde
- Eye Color: Blue
- Body Measurements: 34-23-33 (Bust -34, Waist -23, and Hips -33 in inches)
- Shoe Size: 8 (US)
- Dress Size: 2 (US)
Family
- Father: Willem Swanepoel
- Mother: Eileen Swanepoel
- Brother: Stephen Swanepoel
- Sister: –
- Son: Anaca, Ariel
Boyfriend & Dating History
Hermann Nicoli
In 2005, she dated Hermann Nicoli, a Brazilian model. When she was 17, and he was 23, they first met in Paris.
The pair confirmed their engagement in August 2015. In 2016 and 2018, respectively, the couple had sons named Anaca and Ariel.
The pair bitterly broke up in November 2018, and the reason is still unknown.
Net Worth
Candice’s net worth is around $7 million to $30 million. She earns money by modeling, working with brands, starting her own business, and managing social media.
Facts
- In 2014, Candice came in first place on Maxim’s list of the “Hot 100”.
- Before joining Victoria’s Secret, she was debating giving up modeling and returning to South Africa.
- She was confident she would become a professional ballet dancer because she had studied ballet since she was young.
- She describes herself as a natural girl because she was raised on a dairy and meat farm.
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Quotes
“My ideal Valentine’s Day is spending it with someone you are in love with and for that someone to make you feel loved and appreciated.”
“Being confident in your own skin is very sexy. I think when you have fun and are yourself that is sexy too.”
“I like a man who looks like a bad boy but knows how to treat a woman like a queen.”
“Most women find a man with good manners sexy.”
“A relationship is like another job, you know, you have to work at it all the time.”
“Women are complicated. We all know that.”