Catherine M. Katherine "Kate" Upton (born June 10, 1992) is an American model and actress who is known throughout the United States as a swimsuit model for Sports Illustrated in 2011, was named "Rookie of the Year" and was the cover model for the 2012 and 2013 issues. She is also the cover character for the centenary of Glitz World.
Early life
Kate Upton was born in Michigan and grew up in Melbourne, Florida. Upton graduated from the Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy. Her parents, who directed high school track and field coach Jeff Upton and former Texas tennis champion Shelley Upton, have three siblings in the family. Uncle Fred Upton was a representative of the sixth Congress in the U.S. House of Representatives michigan, while his great-grandfather was Frederick Upton, co-founder of home appliance manufacturer Whirlpool.
Kate Upton loves riding and is often involved in various equestrian shows and competitions. As a young driver, Upton attends the American Flower Horse Association and competes in national competitions. Her horse name is "Roanie Pony", and in 2009 she had a second horse, "Zipped".
Modeling career
In 2008, Kate Upton moved to New York City, where she signed up for work.
In 2011, Kate Upton appeared on Sports Illustrated's swimwear theme and was hailed as "Rookie of the Year." She was also the face of Victoria's Secret and Jenna Leigh, and shot commercials for Gels.
Private life
Upton has said she believes in God. While taking pictures, someone joked about the cross necklace her mother had given her, "Why are you wearing it as if you were religious." ”（Why are you wearing a cross? Like you would be religious.) then took off her necklace for filming. Upton said afterwards, "I care a lot about that. This whole thing made me realize that no matter what moment, I really needed this cross. ”（I was really affected by that. The whole thing made me realize that I do want a cross with me, at all times.) Because of this, Upton has a tattoo of a cross on the inside of his finger.
Husband for Major League Baseball, Houston Astros pitcher Justin Wellander