Elsa Benítez

About

Mexican model and TV host known for her Sports Illustrated cover in 2001 as well as her campaigns with Chanel, Pierre Balmain, and John Galliano.

Before Fame

After winning a modeling contest in 1995 in Costa Rica, she secured representation and began modeling professionally.

Trivia

Until 2013, she served as the host of Mexico's Next Top Model.

Family Life

She was born in Sonora, Mexico.

Associated With

She became the host of Mexico's Next Top Model in 2009, whereas Tyra Banks hosted the American version.