Tuesday, December 4, 10pm et/pt

Karolina Kurkova

Nicknames: Kinka / KK / Koka Kola

Height: 5'11"

Righty or Lefty: Righty

Birthdate: February 28

Middle Name: Isela

Hometown: Decin, Czech Republic

Current Home: Tribeca, New York City

Siblings: One brother

Interests: Basketball, hiking, painting, travel, acting, yoga, jazz, electronic music

Secret Indulgence: Knicks courtside seats at Madison Square Garden

Discovered: After a friend sent photos of Karolina to an agency in Prague, she landed a runway appearance, commercial and print ad. To gain experience, she traveled to Milan, where an internationally renowned designer promptly signed her to a modeling contract at just 15.

First VS Fashion Show: 2001

Career Highlight: Headlining the 2002 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

Runway Essentials: Beauty Rush™ Body Glimmer Swirl Cream and lots of positive energy

VS Faves: "The new Supermodel by Victoria's Secret fragrance is one of a kind. Inspired by the VS Angels. It really blends our personalities. It think it's incredibly glamourous, and, of course, sexy! I also love the new Very Sexy® Wave bra. It's the ultimate push-up bra!"

Model Behavior: In 2006, Karolina received an award from the non-profit organization Women Together for her humanitarian work through organizations such as "The Beautiful Life Fund," "Free Arts NYC" and "Global Youth Action Network."

Sexy Little Tidbits: Karolina became a hoops fan at a young age; her father was a star Czech basketball player. She loves the water, and sailing, surfing and swimming are among her favorite activities. When it comes to heroes, Karolina names her mother and father.

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Show

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2007
43:24
Missed the show, or want to see it again? Watch the entire show, featuring the world's most beautiful women, right now.
Heidi's Boot Camp
0:49
In a special tribute to "Rocky," Heidi Klum works like mad to get into "fighting" shape for the VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW.
will.i.am Works the Runway
2:39
will.i.am never had it so good. Watch him perform on the runway while constantly distracted by the passing parade of ridiculously gorgeous Angels.
Up Close & Personal with Izabel Goulart
0:47
Brazilian beauty Izabel Goulart shares how she feels when she's up on stage under the lights.
Up Close & Personal with Heidi Klum
2:48
Find out how Heidi Klum got started in the modeling business, and how Victoria's Secret transformed her career. Can you believe this woman is the mother of three?
Sexy from Backstage to Spotlight
2:38
Watch the Victoria's Secret Angels strut confidently from backstage out onto the catwalk without missing a beat. They make it look so easy!
Up Close & Personal with Karolina Kurkova
0:47
Karolina Kurkova reveals her hopes and dreams, and coins a new term: air heels. We also see amazing footage of sporty Karolina dancing with dolphins.
Road Trip to the Runway Winner
2:15
Women from across the nation competed for this prize, and Miranda Kerr announces the winner, who will walk the runway in the VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW.
Up Close & Personal with Miranda Kerr
0:46
Get to know charmer Miranda Kerr, who is currently working on an advice book for young girls.
The Spice Girls Return
3:10
Love a Girl in uniform? Then don't miss this footage of the Spice Girls kicking off their North American tour at the VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW.
Pink, White and Blue?
3:09
The world's sexiest women demonstrate that Victoria's Secret Pink does, indeed, offer an outfit for every region across the US.
Heidi Klum & Seal Sing a Duet
2:42
Heidi Klum joins hubby Seal in this tender ballad, performed live at the VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW.
Up Close & Personal with Adriana Lima
0:47
Lovely Adriana Lima never thought she could be a model, yet here she is now, a Victoria's Secret Angel.
Up Close & Personal with Selita Ebanks
0:46
Selita Ebanks is far more than just a gorgeous face & body; she's smart and generous as well. Find out about Selita's very special work with children in the Cayman Islands.
Up Close & Personal with Marisa Miller
0:47
This is California surfer Marisa Miller's first foray down the Victoria's secret runway, and she's very happy to be here. Find out more about this ravishing rising star.
Who's That Girl?
2:18
On the catwalk, the Victoria's Secret Angels work the romantic angle, sporting feminine prints and filigree-set jewels. Oh yes, this is romantic, but did we mention that it's also very sexy?
Up Close & Personal with Alessandra Ambrosio
0:47
Alessandra Ambrosio loves being a Victoria's Secret Angel, and plans to keep modeling until she has children. Also learn about her work as Ambassador for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Fabulous Flirtation
3:12
In this saucy segment, the Victoria's Secret Angels flirt shamelessly with the star-studded crowd. The sequence culminates with the amazing Ms Heidi "The Body" Klum.
Models

Up Close & Personal with Izabel Goulart
0:47
Brazilian beauty Izabel Goulart shares how she feels when she's up on stage under the lights.
Up Close & Personal with Heidi Klum
2:48
Find out how Heidi Klum got started in the modeling business, and how Victoria's Secret transformed her career. Can you believe this woman is the mother of three?
Up Close & Personal with Karolina Kurkova
0:47
Karolina Kurkova reveals her hopes and dreams, and coins a new term: air heels. We also see amazing footage of sporty Karolina dancing with dolphins.
Up Close & Personal with Miranda Kerr
0:46
Get to know charmer Miranda Kerr, who is currently working on an advice book for young girls.
Up Close & Personal with Adriana Lima
0:47
Lovely Adriana Lima never thought she could be a model, yet here she is now, a Victoria's Secret Angel.
Up Close & Personal with Selita Ebanks
0:46
Selita Ebanks is far more than just a gorgeous face & body; she's smart and generous as well. Find out about Selita's very special work with children in the Cayman Islands.
Up Close & Personal with Marisa Miller
0:47
This is California surfer Marisa Miller's first foray down the Victoria's secret runway, and she's very happy to be here. Find out more about this ravishing rising star.
Up Close & Personal with Alessandra Ambrosio
0:47
Alessandra Ambrosio loves being a Victoria's Secret Angel, and plans to keep modeling until she has children. Also learn about her work as Ambassador for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Miranda Kerr's Video Diary 2
7:21
Hang with Miranda Kerr as she goes from press to photos to runway practice to pajama party, complete with pillow fight. You'll also meet Miranda's very special assistant, Frankie.
Miranda's Angelic Journey
2:12
Aussie model Miranda Kerr was "discovered" at the tender age of 13, but has gone on to conquer the modeling world, including becoming a favorite Victoria's Secret Angel.
Meet the Amazing Heidi Klum
1:49
Briana Lane gets up close and personal with Heidi Klum as the super model and mom prepares for the Victoria's Secret Show.
Love You Forever
1:02
Heidi Klum sings, 'If you make me comfortable, I will love you forever.' Oh, Heidi, if only it were that easy.
Models off the Runway
0:59
Do the Victoria's Secret Angels wash their own undies? Watch this to find out.
Models Laughing
1:03
The Victoria's Secret models laugh the night away. We dare you to watch this one without giggling.
Models in Bed
1:01
Enough said.
Heidi on Life as a Model
2:16
Heidi's been modeling for over a decade and it still at the top of her game. She shares what her life is like as a mom and super model.
Life as an Angel
3:19
Ashley Hartman gets the scoop on a model's life from the first Australian Victoria's Secret model Miranda Kerr.
Heidi on Getting Back her Body
1:38
Heidi is a mother of three, but you'd never know it judging from her fabulous form. She shares her workout tips and tricks with Briana Lane.
Heidi's Fighting Fit
2:36
We go behind the scenes of the VS secret "Rocky" promo with Briana Lane as Heidi Klum undergoes a tough training regimen to get ready for the Victoria's Secret show.
Walking like an Angel
3:00
Ashley Hartman gets a lesson on the model walk from adorable Aussie model Miranda Kerr.
Miranda Kerr's Video Diary
12:08
Our intrepid video team (the poor guys) spent a day with fabulous Angel Miranda Kerr. Here's your chance to tag along with Miranda as she does lunch, goes shopping, tries on clothes (!) and much more.
Behind the Scenes

Heidi Klum Gets Serious
0:58
Seriously. Heidi gets serious.
Very Sexy Fantasy Bra Gift Set
1:06
What's studded with diamonds, emeralds, rubies and yellow sapphires and took more than 880 hours to make? Why, the VS Fantasy Bra Gift Set, of course. Selita Ebanks wears it very well.
Angels on the Runway
0:58
Check out hot preview highlights of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
Making the Collection
2:15
Go behind the scenes for an exclusive look into how the Victoria's Secret collection was put together and how the angel wings were tailored for each specific outfit.
Andi Muise The Fit Model
1:22
Come behind the scenes in New York City with Angel Andi Muise as she undergoes her fittings before the show.
Hair Makeup
3:33
Master hairdresser Italo Gregorio shows us his secret to making the Angels look heavenly for the show. Makeup artist Linda Hair shows us how to achieve the same looks as the models.
Contract Model Fittings
1:46
Heidi takes us behind the scenes during her fitting session for her stunning snowflake costume. The other Angels also share their fitting sessions with us.
Desire
0:56
What do you desire most? Check out this hot preview of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
Very Sexy Victoria's Secret Sneak Peek
0:49
Indulge in a sneak peek into the spectacular scenery of the Victoria's Secret primetime special and the star-studded performers lined up for the show.
Victoria's Secret Pink Carpet
2:09
Ashley Hartman works the Pink Carpet, getting perspective on the Fashion Show from Neil Patrick Harris, the Spice Girls and CSI: NY's Hill Harper.
Backstage with the Angels
5:20
Ashley Hartman takes us backstage as the Angels get (un)dressed for the VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW. You'll learn all about the Bare Bronze booth and Ashley's shoe obsession.
Special Appearances

will.i.am: I Got It from My Mama
4:18
Check out will.i.am's latest music video, in which he poses the musical question, "Where'd you get yo body from?"
Headlines (Friendship Never Ends)
3:57
The Spice Girls perform the beautiful song "Headlines" from their new Greatest Hits album.
The Spice Girls Return
3:10
Love a Girl in uniform? Then don't miss this footage of the Spice Girls kicking off their North American tour at the VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW.
will.i.am Works the Runway
2:39
will.i.am never had it so good. Watch him perform on the runway while constantly distracted by the passing parade of ridiculously gorgeous Angels.
Heidi Klum & Seal Sing a Duet
2:42
Heidi Klum joins hubby Seal in this tender ballad, performed live at the VICTORIA'S SECRET FASHION SHOW.

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