Victoria Silvstedt Biography: Age, Husband, Net Worth, Children, TV Shows, Height, Parents

Biography

Karin Victoria Silvstedt is a talented Swedish model, actress, and television personality born on September 19, 1974, in Skellefteå, Sweden.

She rose to fame as a Playboy Playmate, earning the title of Playmate of the Year in 1997. Silvstedt has since appeared in numerous magazines, TV shows, and films, often leveraging her glamorous image.

She’s also known for her work as a presenter on European television, including shows like Wheel of Fortune in Italy. Beyond entertainment, she has pursued music, released a dance-pop single, and has been involved in various business ventures.

Swedish actress and singer
Victoria Silvstedt
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Karin Victoria Silvstedt
Stage Name:	Victoria Silvstedt
Born:	19 September 1974 (age 50 years old)
Place of Birth:	Skelleftehamn, Sweden
Nationality:	Swedish
Education:	N/A
Height:	1.80 m
Parents:	Ulla Silvstedt, Bo Silvstedt
Siblings:	Veronica Silvstedt, Daniel Silvstedt
Spouse:	Chris Wragge (m. 2000–2009)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Maurice Dabbah (curr.), Tommy Lee (2009), Richie Sambora (1989), Matteo Cambi (2006), Marcus Schenkenberg (2005)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actress • Model
Net Worth:	$20 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Karin Victoria Silvstedt was born on September 19, 1974, in Skelleftehamn, Sweden, and raised in Bollnäs in a family of five. She is of Swedish nationality and mixed ethnicity, with her family background rooted in Swedish heritage. Her reported religion is Christianity.

Her father, Bo Silvstedt, was the captain of a local ski team, which sparked her early interest in sports. Her mother, Ulla Silvstedt, supported her later entry into beauty pageants. Victoria has two siblings: an older sister, Veronica Silvstedt, and a younger brother, Daniel Silvstedt.

Growing up, Victoria was passionate about horseback riding and aspired to become a veterinarian. She began alpine skiing at age five, showing promise by placing fourth in the giant slalom at the Swedish national alpine skiing youth championship in 1989, an event won by Pernilla Wiberg.

A shoulder injury during a skiing competition at age 16 ended her competitive skiing career. Her mother and sister then secretly entered her into the 1993 Miss Sweden beauty pageant, which she won, launching her into modelling after placing in the Top 10 at the Miss World pageant in Sun City, South Africa.

Details about Victoria’s formal education are limited, but she completed high school in her hometown and pursued some university-level studies, though the specific institution is not publicly documented.

Career

Victoria Silvstedt launched her career in the spotlight after winning the Miss Sweden title in 1993, which led to a Top 10 finish at the Miss World pageant in South Africa. This international exposure propelled her into the modelling world, where she quickly gained global recognition.

In 1996, she was discovered by Playboy and featured as the December Playmate of the Month, later earning the title of 1997 Playmate of the Year. Her collaboration with Playboy cemented her status as a prominent glamour model, with appearances in numerous international magazines and photo shoots.

Building on her modelling fame, Silvstedt transitioned into television, becoming a well-known presenter across Europe. She gained particular popularity by hosting the Italian version of Wheel of Fortune (La Ruota Della Fortuna) and appearing in a range of entertainment and reality shows in France, Italy, and the UK. Her fluency in Swedish, English, French, and Italian enhanced her cross-cultural appeal and television success.

Silvstedt also explored acting, taking on roles in films such as Boat Trip (2002) and The Independent (2000), as well as appearances in TV series like Malibu, CA and Ocean Ave. While her screen roles were often supporting or cameo parts, they added to her diverse portfolio in the entertainment industry.

In 1999, she branched into music with the release of the dance-pop single “Hello Hey” and her debut album Girl on the Run through EMI. Although her music career was brief, it demonstrated her versatility as a performer. She also ventured into entrepreneurship, launching a lingerie line and participating in various advertising campaigns.

Throughout the 2000s and 2010s, Silvstedt remained a fixture in European media, continuing to model, host high-profile events, and appear on reality TV, including Celebrity Big Brother UK in 2010.

Now based in Monaco, she maintains a glamorous public image and remains a regular presence at fashion events and celebrity gatherings. Her career reflects a successful blend of modelling, television, music, and business, underpinned by her global appeal and media savvy.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Victoria Silvstedt
• Instagram: Victoria Silvstedt Official (@victoriasilvstedt)
• IMDb: Victoria Silvstedt
• Facebook: Victoria Silvstedt
• Twitter: victoria silvstedt (@vicsilvstedt) / X

Personal Life

Victoria Silvstedt was born on September 19, 1974, making her 50 years old as of June 5, 2025. Standing at 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 meters), her height has been a key asset in her modelling career.

She was married to entrepreneur and television presenter Chris Wragge from 2000 to 2006. She has no children. Her dating history includes several notable relationships, though she maintains privacy about her personal life.

In the late 1990s, she was linked to Swedish hockey player Mattias Norström. In 2005, she dated model Marcus Schenkenberg, followed by a relationship with Italian entrepreneur Matteo Cambi in 2006.

Since around 2011, she has been in a long-term relationship with Swiss businessman and hedge fund manager Maurice Dabbah, whom she frequently accompanies to Monaco and international events, although they have not married. Rumours suggested brief romantic connections with musician Tommy Lee in 2009 and guitarist Richie Sambora in 1989, but these remain unconfirmed.

Net Worth

Victoria Silvstedt, a Swedish model, actress, singer, and television personality, has an estimated net worth of $20 million.

Her wealth stems from a multifaceted career, including her role as Playboy’s 1997 Playmate of the Year, modelling for brands like Chanel, Dior, and Valentino, and hosting TV shows such as Wheel of Fortune in Italy and France.

Additional income sources include her lingerie line, Very Victoria Silvstedt, music releases like her 1999 album Girl on the Run, and brand endorsements. Her financial success is bolstered by savvy investments and social media collaborations.

Filmography

Modeling

• Pageants: Represented Sweden in the 1993 Miss World pageant, placing in the Top 10.
• Playboy: December 1996 Playmate of the Month and 1997 Playmate of the Year; featured in Playboy Special Editions and videos.
• High Fashion: Worked with prestigious fashion houses including Chanel, Christian Dior, Giorgio Armani, Givenchy, Loris Azzaro, and Valentino for advertisements and fashion shows.
• Guess Campaign: Secured a print ad and spokesmodel contract with Guess in 1998.
• Magazines: Appeared on covers and in features for mainstream magazines like GQ, Maxim, FHM, and Gear in the U.S. and Europe.
• Brand Endorsements: Represented brands such as Nike, Renault, Coors, Radisson, Killian’s, Blockbuster, and Lynx (body wash promotional campaign).
• Lingerie Line: Launched Very Victoria Silvstedt at London Fashion Week in 2006, officially released in collaboration with Marie Meili in Paris in 2013.

Acting

• Films:
  • BASEketball (1998) – Supporting role.
  • The Independent (2000) – Cameo appearance.
  • Out Cold (2001) – Role in the comedy film.
  • Boat Trip (2002) – Role alongside Cuba Gooding Jr., Roger Moore, and Vivica Fox.
  • Body Guards – Guardie del corpo (2000) – Italian comedy featuring Christian De Sica and Cindy Crawford.
  • La mia vita a stelle e strisce (2003) – Italian film.
  • Matrimonio alle Bahamas (2007) – Italian comedy.
  • Un’estate al mare (2008) – Italian film, translated as A Summer at the Sea.
  • Cruel Game (2002) – Supporting role.
  • Naked (2000) – Role in the film.
• Television Series:
  • Ocean Ave. (2002–2003) – Role in the TV series.
  • Malibu, CA (2000) – Guest appearance.
  • Melrose Place (1999) – Guest appearance.
• Short Film:
  • Att resa sig upp och gå, vara den man vill vara & skapa det liv man vill leva (2022) – Appeared as herself.

Television Hosting and Appearances

• Game Shows: Hosted La Roue de la Fortune (France) and La Ruota Della Fortuna (Italy), both based on Wheel of Fortune, from 2006 to 2009 (Italy) and until 2012 (France).
• Sports Show: Hosted Sport by Victoria on Eurosport during the 2010 Winter Olympics, presenting winter sports in English and French.
• Specials: Hosted multiple Le grand bêtisier specials on TF1 in France, including Le grand bêtisier de Noël (2011), which drew over three million viewers.
• Reality TV:
  • Victoria Silvstedt: My Perfect Life (2008) – Reality series on E!, aired globally, covering her personal and professional life in cities like St. Tropez, Monaco, Paris, and New York.
  • Stjärnorna på godset (2016) – Swedish reality series with other Swedish reality stars.
  • Celebrity Big Brother (UK, 2010) – Participant.

Music

• Album: Released Girl on the Run (1999) through EMI, a dance-pop album.
• Singles:
  • “Hello Hey” (1999)
  • “Rocksteady Love” (1999)
  • “Party Line” (1999)
  • “Love It!” (2025) – Performed at Melodifestivalen 2025, marking her return to music.

Writing

• Autobiography: Published Les Secrets de Victoria. Dans la Tête de Victoria Silvstedt (2010, Jean-Claude Gawsewitch Éditeur), co-written with journalist Christelle Crosnier.

Brand Ambassadorship

• StarCasino.it: Promoted Betsson’s Italian brand post-2012.
• Betsafe: Served as an ambassador for the online sportsbook and casino brand (2011–2012), filming commercials in Mallorca.