Ana Beatriz Barros is one of the top Brazillian models in the world, working for high profile fashion labels including Victoria's Secret, Guess, Sisley's and Sports Illustrated. Born on the 29th of May, 1982, in Itabira Brazil, Ana started her modeling career at the tender age of 14 when she was spotted by a director of Elite, a top modeling agency. She proceeded to win the 1996 Brazillian version of the Elite "Look of the Year" competition, placing second overall in the worldwide competition. After being signed to a modeling contract, Ana landed her first major campaign for Guess, where she worked with fellow Brazillian Alessandra Ambrosio. Since then, her career has escalated and she is now one of the world's foremost models, most notable for her extensive work in Victoria's Secret and Sports Illustrated.
Named #96 in FHM magazine's "100 Sexiest Women in the World 2006" supplement. (2006). If she were not a model, she would have liked to be a veterinarian. Has appeared in the last six editions of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue (2002-2007). Measurements 33-24-35 (US); 83-60-89 (EU). Her best friend is the Brazilian model Alessandra Ambrosio. Has two sisters: Patricia and Maria Luisa (Malu). Lives in New York. Moved to New York at the age of 14. Parents: Sônia (housewife) and Reinato (mechanic engineer).