Romee Strijd Biography
Romee Strijd, pronounced roh-may stride, is a Dutch model who was born on July 19, 1995. She participated in the brand’s annual fashion show from 2014 to 2018 as a former Victoria’s Secret Angel. She has previously worked with companies like Michael Kors, Carolina Herrera, and Alexander McQueen. She has additionally been featured in publications like Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and Vogue.
| Nickname | Romee |
| Gender | Female |
| Age | 28 years old (in 2023) |
| Date of Birth | July 19, 1995 |
| Full Name | Romee Strijd |
| Profession | Model, Actress |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Birthplace | Zoetermeer, Netherlands |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Romee Strijd Early life
South Holland’s Zoetermeer is where Strijd was born. Ise Strijd is her younger sister. When she was 13 years old, a scout approached her in Amsterdam, but she declined because she was too anxious and had other dreams. She decided to try modeling at the age of 15 after two years and was signed to DNA Model Agency in 2011. She dropped out of school to pursue modeling but came back to the Netherlands at age 17 to finish her education because she missed home and the demanding industry. She took a break from modeling after realizing she loved it, and after graduating, she moved to New York City.
Romee Strijd Height, Weight, Physical Stats & More
| Height (approx.) | in meters – 1.81 m in feet-inches – 5 ‘ 11 1⁄2″ |
| Weight (approx.) | in Pounds – 121 lbs in Kilograms – 55 Kg |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
Romee Strijd Career
Modeling
At the age of 15, Strijd joined the DNA Model Management agency and, before taking a sabbatical, worked for two years in Milan, Paris, and New York City for companies including Burberry, Louis Vuitton, and Prada. For British, German, Spanish, Turkish, Japanese, and Dutch Vogue, French, Italian, and Dutch Elle, Spanish and Greek Harper’s Bazaar, Dutch Marie Claire, and French Madame Figaro, she has made editorial appearances.
Numerous issues of Vogue, Unconditional Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, Exit, Elle, and Maxim (magazine) have featured her on the cover. After inspiring Dutch Vogue to dedicate an issue to parenting, she appeared on the cover of the publication at 26 weeks pregnant.
She has appeared in Alexander McQueen runway shows, Burberry, Balmain, Badgley Mischka Calvin Klein8 Celine Christopher Kane, Donna Karan, Jeremy Scott, DKNY, EDUN, Isabel Marant, Hussein Chalayan, Giambattista ValliJules Sander, Louis Vuitton, Jill Stuart, Kenzo, Loewe Marchesa, Michael Kors Prabal Gurung, Peter Som, Phillip Lim, Nina Ricci Prada, Ragged & Bone, Vera Wang, Roland Mouret, and Rochas Victoria’s Secret and Off White.
She has appeared in advertisements for a variety of brands, including Carolina Herrera, Alexander McQueen, Donna Karan, Stradivarius, Michael Kors, Giuseppe Zanotti, H&M, Juicy Couture, Victoria’s Secret, and Marchesa.
She was chosen to participate in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show as one of the rookies in 2014. She was selected as a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2015. She said in March 2017 that IMG Models was now her agency.
She was chosen to appear in the 2018 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show wearing the Shooting Star Swarovski Look. She started working as a brand ambassador for the well-known Australian swimsuit company Seafolly in 2018.
Romee Strijd YouTube
On July 16, 2017, Strijd launched her YouTube channel, where she publishes vlogs, behind-the-scenes videos, and beauty articles. 180 million people have viewed the channel as of 2023, with 1.88 million members.
Romee Strijd Personal life
Laurens van Leeuwen, the son of television host Bert van Leeuwen, and Strijd have been dating since January 2010. The pair has recently obtained their American marriage license, and they intend to exchange vows in a church down the road. On January 25, 2022, the couple confirmed their engagement.
Strijd and van Leeuwen made the announcement that their first child, a girl, was on the way in May 2020. On December 2, 2020, their daughter was born. She also disclosed that she had PCOS and had battled it for years. According to her, her weight and intense exercises from her modeling profession were bad for her body. However, after she started treating herself better, she eventually resumed her periods after a seven-year absence. Strijd and Van Leeuwen made the announcement that they were expecting their second child in May 2022. She made the news of her second pregnancy for a girl in June. The couple’s second child was born on November 11th, 2022.
Omee enjoys playing music while exercising. Beyoncé and Rihanna are two of her all-time favorite musicians. She always keeps lip balm and a day moisturizer in her luggage. Amsterdam is her favorite city in the entire globe. Romee also likes to cook and create spaces.
Romee is seeing the Dutch model Laurens van Leeuwen, who is also in a relationship.
| Date of Birth/Birthday | 19 July 1995 |
| Age (as in 2021) | 26 |
| Birthplace | Zoetermeer, Netherlands |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Hometown | Zoetermeer, Netherlands |
| Zodiac Sign/Sun Sign | Cancer |
| Religion | Christianity |
Romee Strijd Marital Status & More
Romee dated Laurens van Leeuwen for a number of years; he is the son of television host Bert van Leeuwen. After finishing their wedding procedures in the United States in 2020, the pair began dating. Together, they had a daughter they named Mint.
Romee Strijd Family Members Names & Information
Romee has a sister named Ise Strijid who is her younger sibling. Ise has a boyfriend named Leone and works at the “Snow World” indoor ski resort.
| Father | Marcel Strijd |
| Mother | Saskia Bennis |
| Sisters | Ise Strijd |
| Brother | None |
Romee Strijd Social Media
- Instagram: @romeestrijd
- Twitter: @romeestrijd
Romee Strijd Trivia
In April 2015, she was recognized as a Victoria’s Secret Angel.
She announced in an Instagram post that she and her husband were expecting a girl (due on June 21, 2020).
(May 28, 2020) Published an Instagram post announcing her first pregnancy.
Mint van Leeuwen, who was born in December 2020, and her husband Laurens van Leeuwen have one kid together.
Romee Strijd Favourite Things/Like & Dislike
| Favourite Singers | Rihanna & Beyoncé |
| Favourite Colors | Red & White |
| Favourite Foods | Broccoli, Spinach, Avocados, and Strawberries |
| Hobbies | Dancing, Travelling & Reading Novels |
Net Worth
Romee Strijid has a $5 million net worth. Modeling is Romee’s primary source of income.
How long has Romee and Laurens been together?
After 12 years of dating, Romee Strijd’s Laurens van Leeuwen partner is proposing marriage.
