Olga Kurylenko is a renowned French-Ukrainian actress and model, best known for her captivating portrayal of Camille Montes in the James Bond film “Quantum of Solace”.
Her stunning beauty and outstanding acting skills have made her a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
Her role as a Bolivian agent seeking revenge was compelling and memorable, further solidifying her status as a talented and versatile actress.
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- Full name: Olga Kostianivna Kurylenko
- Stage name: Olga Kurylenko
- Date of Birth: November 14, 1979
- Age: 44
- Birthplace: Berdyansk, Ukraine
- Nationality: French-Ukrainian
- Occupation: Actor, Model
- Height: 1.77 m
- Parents: Marina Alyabusheva, Konstantin Kurylenko
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Damien Gabriel (married 2006-2007), Cedric van Moor (married 2000-2004)
- Partner: Max Benitz (2014 – 2016)
- Children: Alexander Max Horatio
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: $20 million
Early life and education
Olga Kusgatinevna Kurylenko was born on November 14, 1979 in Berdyansk, a port city in the Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union.
Olga’s parents were Marina Alyabusheva and Konstantin Kurylenko, but they divorced when Olga was 3 years old.
She was raised by her mother alone. She might have grown up with siblings, but their names are not known to the media.
As a child, Kurylenko studied piano at a local music school in Berdyansk and later received ballet training. She later moved to Paris, France to pursue a modeling career, during which time she quickly learned to speak fluent French.
Ethnically, Kurylenko is Ukrainian, with her father being of Ukrainian descent. Her mother is of Russian and Belarusian descent, but Kurylenko considers herself primarily Ukrainian. Religiously, she is a Christian.
Profession
Olga Kurylenko was born in Berdyansk, Ukraine, and moved to France at a young age to pursue a modeling career.
Her striking looks and unique style quickly brought her success in the fashion industry and she began modeling around the world. At the age of 15, she moved to Moscow and then to Paris at 16.
In 1996, Kurylenko signed with Madison Models in Paris, where she met her publicist, Valérie Rosen. By the age of 18, she was on the covers of Vogue and Elle.
While modeling in Paris, she also supported her mother in Ukraine. Kurylenko became the face of brands such as Bebe, Clarins and Helena Rubinstein, and modeled for high-end fashion houses such as Roberto Cavalli and Kenzo.
Kurylenko made her debut in Seal’s music video “Love’s Divine” in 2003. In 2004, she began her film career in France with the film “The Ring Finger”, for which she won an award.
She starred in a segment for the film Paris, je ne sais quoi and in 2006 was chosen as the face of the Kenzo Amour fragrance.
Since then, Kurylenko’s acting career has been on a roll, with roles in films such as To the Wonderland, Seven Psychos, Oblivion, The Death of Stalin, The Man Who Killed Don Quixote, the Treason miniseries, and the upcoming Extraction 2. She has established herself as a versatile and acclaimed actress in both independent films and major studio productions.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @olgakurylenkoofficial
- Facebook account: Olga Kurylenko
- Twitter: @OlyaKurylenko
Personal life
Olga Kurylenko has been married twice and had a long relationship. In 2000, she married French fashion photographer Cedric Van Mool, but they divorced four years later in 2004.
In 2006, she married American mobile phone accessories entrepreneur Damian Gabrielle, but they divorced the following year, in 2007.
In 2014, Kurylenko began dating British actor and writer Max Benitz. In 2015, the two had a son named Alexander Max Horatio.
However, as of 2024, Kurylenko is reportedly single and no longer in a relationship with Benitz.
Filmography
- 007: Quantum of Solace (2008)
- Oblivion (2013)
- The Death of Stalin (2017)
- Black Widow (2021)
- Extraction 2 (2023)
net worth
Olga Kurylenko is a Ukrainian-born actress and model with an estimated net worth of around $20 million.
Her huge wealth is mainly attributed to her successful career in the entertainment industry.
Kurylenko’s acting career began in the early 2000s and she has since starred in a number of high-profile films. In addition to her film work, Kurylenko also has a successful modeling career. She has starred in many fashion campaigns and editorials, contributing to her net worth.
