Karina Michel filmography and biography

Date of birth: 4 November 1977, London, England, UK

Karina Michel biography

Karina began modeling at age 17 when the Ford Agency brought her to New York City. Modeling paid the bills for a long time, but Karina always knew she wanted to be an actress. She's a series regular on Spike TV's last two seasons of MANswers and can also be spotted on many other TV shows and independent films. Karina is quickly becoming a new face in Hollywood and is featured in the upcoming film "Takers" with Chris Brown. She lives in Hollywood, California with her husband actor Andrew Craghan and her dog Chloe.

Karina Michel trivia

- Younger sister is London fashion photographer Anne-Marie Michel.
- Chloe (her cocker spaniel) has appeared on "Desperate Housewives" and "The Sarah Connor Chronicles".
- In the final 6 of The Ford Agency's (NYC) Supermodel of America contest in 1995.
- Moved to Boardman, Ohio from England when she was 10 years old.
- Was a high school cheerleader.
- Wanted to be an actress since the age of 3. Studied Speech and Drama in England and was in many plays growing up.
- Parents are Ann and Peter and three younger sisters Anne-Marie, Natasha and Catherine. All are in the UK.
- A professional model with a career spanning over 12 years.
- Has been featured in countless print ads, national commercials and campaigns in the US and Europe.
- Series Regular model on "Entourage" (season 5).
- Is a pescatarian.
- Has a fear of heights.
- Likes looking for property to buy and sell (as a hobby). Has her CA Real Estate license and is studying for her Brokers License.
- Studies at The Ivana Chubbuck Studio in Hollywood, CA.
- Ran for "The Actor's Fund" team in the 2009 16th Annual EIF Revlon 5k in Los Angeles.
- Expecting her first child, due December, 2010.