Veronica Verekova

Veronica Verekova Life Story

Originally from Olomouc, Czech republic, Verekova moved to New York at the age of 19. Initially, she wanted to attend the Parsons School of Design, though she chose modeling instead and was signed by Next Model Management. She moved to Europe after it became clear that she would be more successful there. She is fluent in three languages and has degrees in Psychology and Education. She married hockey star, Petr Nedved, in July 2004, but they separated in the summer of 2006.

Vařeková has appeared in the Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition a total of eight times, including the 2004 cover. She was also the face of NIVEA. Other contracts include Guess?, Chanel and Pantene. She was a cover girl for Marie Claire, Harpers & Queen and Cosmopolitan.