Laetitia Marie Laure Casta was born on May 11, 1978, in Pont-Audemer, Normandy, France, and raised in Corsica, reflecting her French and Corsican heritage with Italian and Norman roots through her parents, Dominique, a Corsican, and Line, a Norman. Growing up with an older brother and younger sister, she completed high school in France, focusing on academics before modeling. She was discovered at 15 during a 1993 family vacation in Corsica by a Madison Models scout while building sandcastles on a beach. Initially hesitant, she signed with the agency and debuted in a Guess campaign, moving to Paris to launch her modeling career at 16. In the 1990s, she was dubbed “The French Muse” by fashion media for her classic beauty and Gallic charm.Laetitia’s modeling career soared in the 1990s, establishing her as a global supermodel. Signed with agencies like The Society Management (New York), Viva Model Management (Paris, London), and DNA Models, she walked for designers such as Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel, Dior, Givenchy, and Jean Paul Gaultier, becoming a muse for YSL’s Yves Saint Laurent himself. A Victoria’s Secret Angel from 1998 to 2000, she appeared in their fashion shows and catalogs. Her editorial work includes over 20 Vogue covers (France, Italy, UK, Brazil), Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issues (1998–2000). Campaigns for Guess, L’Oréal Paris, Chanel, and Dolce & Gabbana, along with her 1999 Marianne of France role, cemented her iconic status.Laetitia maintains a modest social media presence, with over 500,000 Instagram followers (@laetitiacasta), sharing modeling, acting projects, and glimpses of her personal life.Her mainstream career is extensive, with acting roles in films like Asterix & Obelix Take On Caesar (1999), Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life (2010), where she playedBrigitte Bardot, and The Ideal Palace (2018). She starred in TV miniseries like Luisa Sanfelice (2004) and appeared on French shows such as On n’est pas couché. Her theater work includes Ondine (2004), and she directed the short film En moi (2016), premiered at Cannes. High-profile events like the Cannes Film Festival and her UNESCO ambassador role enhance her mainstream prominence.At 5’7” (170 cm) with measurements of 35-24-35 inches and D cup breasts, Laetitia Casta possesses a curvaceous, petite frame, chestnut brown hair, and striking blue eyes that exude warmth and intensity. Her full lips, soft features, and luminous skin create a timeless, sensual beauty that redefined model standards, challenging the waif-like trends of the 1990s. Her sex appeal, showcased in Victoria’s Secret and L’Oréal campaigns, lies in her voluptuous charm and confident presence. Photographers like Herb Ritts and peers like Claudia Schiffer have praised her “classic French allure,” with Vogue France calling her “a modern-day Bardot” for her radiant, versatile look that captivates both runway and screen.Laetitia faced minor controversies, including criticism for her 1999 Marianne role, seen by some as politicizing a national symbol, which she defended as an honor, stating, “I represent the people, not politics.” Her sexuality is reported as straight, and she has been in relationships with photographer Stéphane Sednaoui, with whom she has a daughter, Sahteene (born 2001), and with her former fiance, actor Stefano Accorsi, with whom she has two children, Orlando (born 2006) and Athena (born 2009). Since 2017, she has been married to actor Louis Garrel. Her net worth is estimated at $12–15 million, driven by modeling, acting, and endorsements. Critics sometimes note her bold persona, but her philanthropy, including UNICEF work, has earned respect.At 47 in 2025, Laetitia Casta’s legacy as a supermodel and actress endures, inspiring with her versatility and advocacy for body positivity. On platforms like models.com, fans call her a “timeless icon,” with one commenter noting, “Laetitia’s beauty and talent bridge fashion and film effortlessly.” Her 2018 quote, “Beauty is about being true to yourself,” reflects her ethos. Currently, she splits time between Paris and Corsica, acting in French films like a 2024 drama, Consent, and appearing in a 2025 Chanel campaign. Her work with UNESCO and selective modeling and acting projects solidify her as a cultural force in fashion and cinema.