Who is Kelly Rohrbach? Baywatch star replacing Pamela Anderson as CJ Parker who ‘had private photos hacked’
KELLY Rohrbach is bound to set heart-rates soaring in Summer 2017 in a red swimsuit for the new Baywatch film.
The American model and actress is one of the main stars of the reboot movie - but has skills beyond looking good in a swimsuit.
But what else do we know about this stunning blonde bombshell?
Who is Kelly Rohrbach? What was her early life?
American model and actress Kelly Rohrbach was born 21 January 21, 1990.
The 26-year-old attended Greenwich Academy in Greenwich, Connecticut.
She played golf for Greenwich and earned an athletic scholarship to Georgetown University to play golf for the Georgetown Hoyas.
She graduated from Georgetown in 2012 with a degree in theatre, and enrolled at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art to pursue acting.
What acting work has Kelly Rohrbach done?
After heading for Hollywood, Kelly landed small roles in some high profile TV series.
She starred in shows like Two and a Half Men, The New Normal, Rizzoli & Isles and Rush.
She also appeared in Broad City.
What modelling work has Kelly Rohrbach done?
After being in Tinseltown for two years, Kelly began modelling.
She appeared in Gap’s 2014 Christmas marketing campaign and also modelled for Old Navy denim in 2015.
That same year she appeared in the famous Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, and was named their Rookie of the Year.
What role is Kelly Rohrbach playing in the new Baywatch film and when is it out?
Kelly is playing C. J. Parker in the new 2017 feature film Baywatch, which is based on the 1989–2001 TV series of the same name.
She is reprising the role made famous by Pamela Anderson, she has recently been snapped on set filming for the new blockbuster.
The film also stars Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron.
Filming for the new Baywatch film started on 22 February 2016, in Deerfield Beach, Florida.
It will be released by Paramount Pictures on 26 May 2017.
What happened with her photo hacking scandal?
It appeared in May that Kelly had become the latest celebrity to fall victim to an online hacker who has posted private photos of the star online.
A source said: “This hacking couldn’t have come at a worst time for Kelly.
"She’s looking forward to the biggest night of her life this weekend but instead she’s having to deal with intimate, private pictures being published online by some pervert.”
Other celebrities also targeted by hackers in recent weeks including Sienna Miller, Miley Cyrus, Stacey Solomon and Emma Watson.
However, Kelly’s spokeswoman insisted: “This is just a hoax.”
Is Kelly Rohrbach famous for playing golf?
Kelly Rohrbach is an accomplished golfer with her driving skills earning her a scholarship to attend Georgetown University where she played for the University team.
She was deemed on of the most beautiful women in golf by Golf magazine.
She also has an impressive handicap on the golf course - with a handicap of 7.
Is Kelly Rohrbach the face of Lipsy?
In 2017 Kelly Rohrbach was unveiled as the new face of British fashion house Lipsy - fronting a summer campaign for their swimwear range.
Lipsy announced the news on Instagram in January - meaning Kelly joins Michelle Keegan and Olivia Buckland as campaign models for the brand (Michelle and Olivia have appeared on their adverts previously).
Kelly was excited to join the brand's extended family, writing on her own Instagram: "thanks for a perfect beach day".
Did Kelly Rohrbach date Leonardo DiCaprio?
Kelly Rohrbach and Leonardo DiCaprio were romantically linked in July 2015 and the blonde bombshell was spotted partying with the Oscar winner on his private yacht.
Their romance was said to have lasted until December - but their breakup didn't seem too bad as Kelly was spied partying up a storm days after the split was revealed in January 2016.
Leo too seemed unfussed and was spotted out partying with Jonah Hill the same night and .
Does Kelly Rohrbach use Instagram or Twitter?
Kelly Rohrbach can be found on both Instagram and Twitter.
The star posts occasional updates on Instagram via the handle @kellyrohrbach.
And she posts even less frequent updates on Twitter - and can be found under the handle @kelly_rohrbach.
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