Elisabetta Canalis

Elisabetta Canalis

Active - 2005 - 2010  |   Born - Sep 12, 1978 in Sassari, Sardinia, Italy  |   Genres - Action, Adventure, Crime

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Italian-born model and actress Elisabetta Canalis found a niche in the entertainment industry appearing on Italian TV as a host and presenter. She also found her way into American cinema with minor roles in movies like Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo and Virgin Territory. In 2009 Canalis became the host of the Italian version of Total Request Live.

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  • Started her career in 1999 as a showgirl, after auditioning and being cast in Striscia la notizia.
  • Made her acting debut in 2003 in the series Carabinieri playing Alessandra Ferri.
  • Her American movie debut was a small part in 2005's Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo.
  • In 2009 became the host of the Italian version of Total Request Live.
  • Loves horses and dreams about operating a riding school or a horse farm.
  • Enjoys swimming, dancing and kickboxing.