Yekaterina Lisina, or Ekaterina Lisina, is a Russian model and former professional basketball player. Standing at an impressive 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 metres), she holds the Guinness World Record for being the tallest professional model.
With a unique combination of height, elegance and beauty, Yekaterina Lisina has made a name for herself in the sports and modeling fields.
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- Full name: Yekaterina Viktorovna Lisina
- Date of birth: October 15, 1987
- Age: 36 years
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Penza, Penza Oblast, Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic, Soviet Union
- Nationality: Russian
- Occupation: Model, former professional basketball player
Early life
Yekaterina Lisina, now 36 years old, was born on October 15, 1987 in the city of Penza, in the Penza Oblast of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic, then part of the Soviet Union.
Growing up, Yekaterina had a passion for sports and athletics. She was raised in a loving and supportive family, although specific details about her parents, siblings, and childhood experiences are not widely known.
Yekaterina’s love of basketball developed at an early age and she showed exceptional talent on the court. As she continued to pursue her passion, she honed her skills and became a promising young player.
Her dedication and hard work paid off, and she soon found her way to a successful professional basketball career.
Personal life
Regarding her personal life, Yekaterina Lisina keeps most of her romantic relationships private. However, it is known that she is married and has a son, born on January 24, 2011.
Yekaterina’s devotion to her family is evident as she balances her professional life with her roles as a mother and partner.
Career
Yekaterina Lisina’s career is a testament to her talent and determination. She began her professional basketball journey in 2006, playing for WBC CSKA Moscow.
Over the years, she has represented various teams, including Good Angels Košice, WBC Spartak Moscow Region and Dynamo Kursk.
Yekaterina also had the honor of competing for the Russian National Team at the 2008 Summer Olympics, where she won a bronze medal.
During her basketball career, Yekaterina Lisina demonstrated her exceptional skills at the center position, dominating the court with her height advantage and remarkable athletic ability.
Her performances on the international stage have received recognition and admiration from fans worldwide.
After retiring from professional basketball, Yekaterina Lisina turned to modeling. She quickly made waves in the industry with her striking height and charming looks.
In 2018, she achieved two Guinness World Records: one for the longest legs among women, measuring 1.32 metres (4 feet 4 inches) and one for the tallest professional model, measuring an impressive 2.03 metres (6 feet 8 inches).
Net worth
Yekaterina Lisina has had successful careers in basketball and modeling, which have undoubtedly contributed to her financial prosperity.
Although details of her net worth are not publicly available, it is estimated to be around $13 million.
Social media
- Instagram name: @ekaterina_lisina15
- Twitter Username: @LisinaEkaterina
