Laetitia Casta aka Laetitia Marie Laure Casta aka The French Muse aka Laetitiacasta
Laetitia Casta, born Laetitia Marie Laure Casta on May 11, 1978, in Pont-Audemer, Normandy, France, is a renowned French model and actress. With a career spanning over two decades, she has captivated audiences worldwide with her striking features and versatile performances. Casta's modeling journey began at the age of 15 when she was discovered during a family holiday in Corsica. Her breakthrough came in 1993 as a "GUESS? Girl," leading to her recognition as a Victoria's Secret Angel from 1998 to 2000 and becoming a spokesperson for L'Oréal. She has graced over 250 magazine covers, including Cosmopolitan, Vogue, Rolling Stone, Elle, and Glamour, and has walked the runways for esteemed designers such as Yves Saint Laurent, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Chanel, and Dior. Transitioning into acting, Casta showcased her talent in films like "Asterix and Obelix vs. Caesar" (1999), "Born in 68" (2008), and "Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life" (2010), earning a César Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Her dedication to her craft and her natural beauty have solidified her status as an icon in both the fashion and film industries.
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Last updated: 13 Jan 2026
- Laetitia Casta was the last muse of fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent, serving as the bride in his fashion shows from 1998 to 2001.
- In 1999, she was chosen as the model for the bust of Marianne, the national symbol of the French Republic, representing liberty and reason.
- Casta has appeared in three editions of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and the Pirelli Calendar in 1999, 2000, and 2019.
