Emily Ratajkowski, born Emily O'Hara Ratajkowski on June 7, 1991, in Westminster, London, is an American model and actress. She was raised in Encinitas, California, by her American parents, Kathleen Anne Balgley and John David "J.D." Ratajkowski.

Her early life was filled with various activities, including soccer, acting, and ballet, before she eventually pursued modeling. She attended UCLA for a year but decided to drop out to focus on her modeling career.

Her modeling career took off when she signed with Ford Models at a young age. Her breakthrough came in 2013 when she appeared in the music video for Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines," which catapulted her to global fame.

She has since appeared in numerous music videos, fashion campaigns, and magazines, including the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issues in 2014 and 2015. She made her feature film debut in "Gone Girl" (2014), where she played the mistress of Ben Affleck's character. She has also appeared in films such as "Entourage," "I Feel Pretty," and "We Are Your Friends".

Emily Ratajkowski is an advocate for women's health issues and has been a spokesperson for Planned Parenthood. She identifies as a feminist and has received both support and criticism for her views on sexual expression. She published an essay collection titled "My Body" in November 2021, which became a New York Times Bestseller.

Her personal life has seen its share of ups and downs. She married Sebastian Bear-McClard in 2018, but the couple separated in 2022. She has one child and continues to be an influential figure in the fashion and entertainment industry. She also runs a YouTube channel where she shares her thoughts and experiences with her subscribers.