Shanna Moakler is an American model, actress, reality television star, and beauty pageant titleholder. She is best known for her appearances on MTV’s reality show The Hills. Moakler has also served as a judge and executive producer for the Miss USA pageant. She has appeared in several movies and television shows, and has released two studio albums. Moakler is an advocate for various causes, including animal rights and women’s empowerment.
Early Life
Shanna Moakler was born on March 28, 1975, in Providence, Rhode Island. Her father, John W. Moakler III, is a former Rhode Island State Police officer and her mother, Gail Moakler, is a school teacher. Moakler attended Barrington High School in Rhode Island and graduated in 1993. She began her career as a model at the age of 15, when she was discovered by a local photographer. She was later signed to the Ford Modeling Agency.
Moakler was also involved in pageants during her teenage years. In 1995, she was crowned Miss Rhode Island USA and went on to compete in the Miss USA pageant. She placed in the top six and was named Miss Photogenic. She also competed in the Miss Universe pageant in 1996.
Career Highlights
Moakler began her acting career in 1995, appearing in the film National Lampoon’s Senior Trip. She has since appeared in several films, television shows, and music videos. She also released two studio albums, Shanna Moakler and I’m Ready.
Moakler gained widespread recognition in 2006, when she appeared on MTV’s reality show The Hills. She was featured in the series for two seasons, and later became a judge and executive producer for the Miss USA pageant. In 2008, she appeared on the show Dancing with the Stars and finished in eighth place.
Moakler is also an advocate for various causes. She is a spokesperson for the Humane Society and has spoken out against animal cruelty. She is also a supporter of women’s empowerment and has spoken out against domestic violence.
Personal Life
Moakler has been married twice. Her first marriage was to Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, whom she married in 2004. The couple have two children together. She was later married to Oscar De La Hoya from 2001 to 2006. Moakler currently resides in Los Angeles, California.
Shanna Moakler is a multi-talented personality who has achieved success in the modeling, acting, and reality television industries. She is also an advocate for various causes and has been a strong voice for animal rights and women’s empowerment. Moakler continues to be a role model for many aspiring models and actresses.
