Elisabetta Canalis is a versatile Italian showgirl, model and actress.
She is best known for her work as a popular Italian television personality.
Canaris has appeared in many of Italy’s leading television programmes, including the satirical news program “Striscia la Notizia”, the variety show “Buona Domenica” and the investigative news series “Le Iene”.
Her beauty, charm and witty personality made her a beloved figure on Italian television.
contour
- Full name: Elizabeth Canalis
- Stage name: Elizabeth Canalis
- Date of birth: September 12, 1978
- Age: 45 years old
- Place of birth: Sassari, Italy
- Nationality: Italian
- Occupation: Italian actress and showgirl
- Height: 1.7m
- Parents: Bruna Canaris and Cesare Canaris.
- Siblings: Luigi Canalis
- Spouse: Brian Perri (m. 2014)
- Children: Skylar Eva
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $13 million
early life and education
Elisabetta Canalis was born on September 12, 1978 in Sassari, Italy. She was born and raised by her parents Bruna Canalis and Cesare Canalis.
Her father, Cesare, was a radiologist at the University Clinic of Sassari, and her mother, Bruna, was a teacher. Canalis has a brother, Luigi Canalis, also a radiologist who was involved in the Swiss debt scandal.
Canaris was educated in Sassari and attended a classical high school (Liceo Classico). She later moved to Milan and studied foreign languages at the University of Milan, but she never graduated.
Instead, at the age of 21, she began working as a dancer for Silvio Berlusconi’s television channel Canale 5. Canalis’ ethnicity is Italian and she is a Christian.
Profession
Elisabetta Canalis began her singing and dancing career in 1999 on the popular Italian satirical TV show “Striscia la Notizia”. Her striking appearance and bubbly personality quickly earned her widespread attention and acclaim.
This early success paved the way for her later ventures in the entertainment industry. From 1999 to 2002, Canalis worked as a dancer in the Canale 5 television show “Striscia la notizia”.
She also had supporting roles in the films Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo and Virgin Ground. In 2005, she replaced the busy Michelle Hunziker in the second season of the sitcom Love Bugs.
Canalis has become an in-demand model, gracing the covers of numerous magazines and walking the runways for top designers. Her modeling career took her to the international stage, cementing her status as a global beauty icon.
In addition to modeling, Canalis also pursues a successful acting career. She has appeared in several films including “Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo”, “The Virgin” and “Fratelli Benvenuti”, showcasing her talent and versatility.
In 2010, Canalis played a recurring role in the third season of the TNT drama series “Leverage.” In 2011 she co-organized the prestigious Italian song competition Sanremo Music Festival with Gianni Morandi and Belen Rodriguez.
Canalis has had a major impact on television throughout her career, hosting various programs and appearing as a guest on popular shows in Italy and internationally.
Her charming personality and ability to connect with her audience have made her a beloved figure on the small screen.
social media
- Instagram account: @littlecrumb_
- Facebook account: Elisabetta Canalis
- Twitter account: ElisabettaCanalis
personal life
Elisabetta Canalis has been in several high-profile relationships throughout her career. In 2014, she married American orthopedic surgeon Brian Perri, and the couple had a child, a daughter named Skyler Eva.
However, as of 2023, Canalis announced that she and Perry had separated and were in the process of divorcing. Canalis also revealed that she was in a relationship with Romanian kickboxer Giorgian Cimpeanu.
Before their marriage, Canalis dated American actor George Clooney for two years and broke up in June 2011.
She was previously engaged to Italian footballer Christian Vieri and had a brief relationship with film director Gabrielle Muccino following their divorce. In addition, Canalis had a brief relationship with Brazilian football player Reginaldo.
film chronology
Movie
- Go Away Suit Mom & Dad 2 (2024)
- Lugner at the Opera Ball (2015)
- Fratelli Benvenuti(2010)
- Christmas(2010)
- Paloma(2010)
- Virgin Islands(2007)
- New York Nights (2006)
- Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo (2005)
TV drama
- Party(2014)
- Leverage(2014)
- Italian(2010)
- Mysterious Woman(2010)
- Krishna(2010)
- Medici(2008)
- Victoria Colombini(2008)
- Dad’s Lies (2008)
- La Seconda Volta Non Si Scorda Mai (2008)
- Military Police(2006)
- Love Bug(2005)
net worth
Elisabetta Canalis is an Italian actress and model with an estimated net worth of $13 million. She accumulated this wealth primarily through a successful career in the entertainment industry.
Canalis earned a large portion of her net worth through her work as an actress. She has appeared in famous roles in various movies and TV shows, which has given her an impressive net worth.
