History of Irina Shayk in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 7, 2025

Irina Shayk, born Irina Valeryevna Shaykhlislamova, is a prominent Russian fashion model. She gained widespread recognition after being the first Russian model to grace the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in 2011. Her continued success and influence in the fashion industry led to her being recognized as one of the 'New Supers' by Models.com in 2022.

2004: Miss Chelyabinsk 2004

In 2004, Irina Shayk won the 'Miss Chelyabinsk' beauty contest, which she considered below the standard of contests in major European cities or the United States.

2007: Face of Intimissimi & Sports Illustrated Debut

In 2007, Irina Shayk replaced Ana Beatriz Barros as the face of Intimissimi and debuted in the annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

May 2009: Signed with IMG Models

In May 2009, Irina Shayk signed with IMG Models.

2009: Met Cristiano Ronaldo

In 2009, Irina Shayk met Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo.

November 2010: Elle Spain Cover

In November 2010, Irina Shayk landed the cover of Elle Spain.

2010: Armani Exchange Campaign & Kanye West's "Power"

In 2010, Irina Shayk modeled the Armani Exchange spring/summer campaign and starred in Kanye West's "Power" music video. She also ranked first in Complex magazine's '50 Hottest Russian Women' list.

2010: Official Ambassador for Intimissimi

In 2010, after being the face of Intimissimi for three years, Irina Shayk was made the official ambassador for the brand.

2011: Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Cover

In 2011, Irina Shayk gained international recognition as she appeared as the first Russian model on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

2011: Engagement to Cristiano Ronaldo

In 2011, Irina Shayk got engaged to Cristiano Ronaldo after he proposed to her on Valentine's Day in New York.

2011: Sports Illustrated Cover & 'Sexiest Woman In The World'

In 2011, Irina Shayk was on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and was voted 'Sexiest Woman In The World' in the Hungarian magazine Periodika.

2012: Magazine Covers and Campaigns

In 2012, Irina Shayk covered Esquire UK, Harper's Bazaar Arabia and Ukraine, Marie Claire Ukraine, Spain and Russia, GQ Germany, Glamour Russia and appeared on 14 Cosmopolitan spring covers worldwide. She also appeared in campaigns for Morellato, Agua Bendita and Blanco.

February 2013: Vs. Magazine Cover & New York Fashion Week Runway

In February 2013, Irina Shayk covered Vs. magazine with Anne V and walked the runway of Jeremy Scott during New York Fashion Week.

March 2013: Givenchy Runway at Paris Fashion Week

In March 2013, Irina Shayk walked the runway of Givenchy during Paris Fashion Week.

2014: Acting Debut in 'Hercules'

In 2014, Irina Shayk made her acting debut as Megara in the film 'Hercules'.

2014: Placard Bearer for Russian Team at Winter Olympics

In 2014, Irina Shayk was the placard bearer for the Russian team during the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics.

January 2015: End of Relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo

In January 2015, Irina Shayk's relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo came to an end.

October 2015: L'Oréal Paris Spokesperson

In October 2015, Irina Shayk became the new L'Oréal Paris International Spokesperson.

2015: Started dating Bradley Cooper

In spring 2015, Irina Shayk started dating American actor Bradley Cooper.

2016: Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

In 2016, Irina Shayk walked in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show while six months pregnant.

March 2017: Birth of Daughter

On March 21, 2017, Irina Shayk's daughter was born in Los Angeles.

June 2019: Split with Bradley Cooper

In June 2019, Irina Shayk and Bradley Cooper split up.

February 2022: Models.com's 'New Supers' List

Sometime between August 2021 and February 2022, Models.com placed Irina Shayk on their list of the New Supers, with the latest date being February 2022.