JESSICA SZOHR

Born: March 31, 1985

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

During high school, Jessica worked as a Kohl's Department Store model. After being discovered at Kohl's, Jessica's professional modeling career took off. She has modeled for a variety of companies and magazines including Mountain Dew, Sears, Jockey and Seventeen Magazine. While modeling, Jessica has also pursued acting wih small guest roles on such popular shows as "That's So Raven," "CSI: Miami," and "What I Like About You." However, Jessica really hit it big in the entertainment world when she landed the role of Vanessa on The CW's hit show, "Gossip Girl." This role has really put Jessica on the map.

In addition to her small screen roles, Jessica often appears in magazines for her great fashion sense. She has an eclectic style and frequently mixes and matches high-end and low-end clothing. With her beauty, we are sure to see more of Jessica in the future.

FUN FACTS:

• She is of African American and Hungarian descent.

• She is good friends with fellow actress Rumer Willis.
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