Bündchen Named One of the Hottest Women of 2013

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

She may have just given birth to her second child last month, but Gisele Bündchen is still being hailed as one of the hottest women of 2013…

Men’s Health has named the 32-year-old Brazilian supermodel as of the hottest women of the year. Bündchen, who comes in at No. 9, is the only Latina to make the Top 10.

“She’s like a fashion model blitzkrieg; unstoppable, and easily destroying the competition. She’s been so busy that she purportedly turned down 20 million dollars to be the spokeswoman for Clonaid, the human cloning company. Which, on the one hand, was probably a smart business decision,” says the magazine “(The Guinness Book of Records credits her as ‘the world’s richest supermodel,’ so she doesn’t need the money.) But still, can you imagine if Clonaid was able to use their cloning technology to build an army of Bündchens? There could be a Bündchen in every home! Okay, probably not realistic, but we can dream, can’t we?”

Other Latinas who’ve made the list include Jessica Alba, Adriana Lima and Sofia Vergara. Katy Perry topped the list, beating out Esquire‘s Sexiest Woman Alive Mila Kunis, AskMen‘s Most Desirable Woman Jennifer Lawrence, and Maxim‘s hottest woman Bar Refaeli.

Here’s a look at the Latinas on Men’s Health’s “The Hottest Women of 2013” list:

16. Jessica Alba
20. Adriana Lima
21. Sofia Vergara
22. Zoe Saldana
29. Penelope Cruz
31. Eva Mendes
33. Salma Hayek
45. Alessandra Ambrosio
65. Cote de Pablo
67. Shakira
71. Morena Baccarin
72. Jennifer Lopez
78. Demi Lovato
96. Jordana Brewster

Vergara: The Most Desirable Latina in the World

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Tom Castaneda

It’s official (and no surprise)… Sofia Vergara is the most desirable Latina in the world…

The 40-year-old Colombian actress is the highest-ranking Latina on AskMen.com’s annual list of the Top 99 Most Desirable Women, coming in at No. 12.

AskMen.com calls Vergara “arguably the sexiest funny woman on television today,” and spotlights the actress’ feat of receiving her third consecutive Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her work on Modern Family.

Vergara ranks ahead of other sexy Latinas including Brazilian supermodel Adriana Lima (No. 27), Spanish soccer Sara Carbonero (No. 37), Brazilian supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio (No. 40) and Selena Gomez (No. 56).

The 12th edition of the Top 99 Most Desirable Women poll asks for voted based on more than just sex appeal, according to the site. It asked voters to take into account character, intelligence, talent, sense of humor, professional success, achievements in 2012 and potential for 2013. More than 2.4 million votes were cast internationally.

Here’s a look at the 12 desirable Latinas on the 2013 list.

Sofia Vergara No. 12
Adriana Lima No. 27
Sara Carbonero No. 37
Alessandra Ambrosio No. 40
Selena Gomez No. 56
Marcela Valladolid No. 60
Leryn Franco No. 65
Génesis Rodríguez No. 70
Cassie No. 77
Joan Smalls No. 78
Aubrey Plaza No. 89
Rocsi Diaz No. 91

Click here to see the complete list.

Lima Impresses on This Year’s “Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show”

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Tom Castaneda

Adriana Lima should be called a superwoman…

During last night’s televised Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, the 31-year-old Brazilian supermodel strutted her stuff on the runway a mere two months after giving birth to her second daughter.

Lima made her grand entrance in scarlet lace lingerie during runway show, which was taped last month and broadcast on CBS on Tuesday night.

Along with Lima’s impressive comeback, the show’s highlights Rihanna rocking out in a lingerie-inspired look during her special performance of her single “Fresh Out the Runway” at the end of the corset-and-garter parade, earning the audience’s biggest applause while holding her own on the same catwalk as some of the world’s top models.

Meanwhile, Alessandra Ambrosio‘s orchid-petal wings might have lacked a little pizzazz, but she made up for it by donning a $2.5 million jeweled “floral fantasy bra.”

“It’s highly televised, and you take that into consideration,” said model Joan Smalls ahead of the show. “This is kind of not the same as other runways. You have to prepare your body: No. 1 is the wings are heavy, and No. 2 is you have to be comfortable with your body because the camera will pick up on it if you’re not comfortable and confident.”

This year’s show was divided into six sections: Circus, complete with acrobats, contortionists and a sword eater; Dangerous Liaisons; Pink Is Us; Silver Screen Angels; Angels in Bloom; and Calendar Girls, which allowed Bruno Mars to serenade a model for each month of the year.

This year’s show included an announcement that Victoria’s Secret and CBS had each made a donation to relief efforts for Hurricane Sandy, as well as a thank you to the National Guard members based out of the Lexington Avenue Armory that has been home to the show for years.

Ambrosio Launches Her New Colcci Line

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Tom Castaneda

It looks like Alessandra Ambrosio is giving Gisele Bündchen a run for her money when it comes to fashion design…

The 31-year-old Brazilian supermodel, who recently flaunted her post-baby body at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show taping, returned to her native country over the weekend to promote the newest additions to the Colcci line.

Dressed in fringed tan shorts and a white blouse, Ambrosio – who gave birth to her second child in May – showed off the Brazilian fashion brand’s latest looks, which she helped design.

Ambrosio’s designs for the line include jeweled shorts, studded shirts, accessories, and even a t-shirt featuring her likeness.

Ambrosio previously shared her duties as face of the label with Two and a Half Men star Ashton Kutcher.

Lima Flaunts Post-Baby Bod at Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Taping

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Tom Castaneda

Talk about impressive… Two months after giving birth to her second child, Adriana Lima isn’t afraid to show off her oh-so-taut post-baby body…

The 31-year-old Brazilian supermodel, who gave birth to daughter Sienna eight weeks ago, was among the gorgeous gals who modeled Victoria’s Secret’s latest collection of lingerie at a fashion show in New York City.

Lima served as a “ringleader” in an embroidered satin red gown that opened at the front to reveal her Victoria’s Secret push-up bra and sexy black high-waisted panties.

Later she traded her “Circus” outfit for a Victoria’s Secret Angel Fantasies bra and garter skirt completed with a rose petal and leaf bustle for an “Angels in Bloom” series.

Meanwhile, fellow Brazilian bombshell Alessandra Ambrosio showed off her own post-baby curves during the show.

The 31-year-old supermodel, who gave birth to her second child, Noah, in May 2012, donned a bedazzled corset, a headpiece and Sexy Little Things bow back panties for the “Circus” segment. And she looked stunning with her orchid wings and leaf bustle that complimented the Floral Fantasy Bra gift set quite well during the “Angels in Bloom” segment.

It’s all part of the 2012 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which will be broadcast on December 4 at 10:00 pm on CBS.

Lima & Her Fellow Victoria’s Secret Angels Returning to CBS

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Tom Castaneda

Adriana Lima will have to lose the pregnancy weight sooner than later…

The 31-year-old Brazilian model, currently nine months pregnant with her second child, is scheduled to hit the runway as part of The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which is set to return to its longtime network home CBS on December 4.

Along with Lima, this year’s event will feature runway appearances by Victoria’s Secret Angels Miranda Kerr, Alessandra Ambrosio, Erin Heatherton, Lily Aldridge and Lindsay Ellingson, among others.

Last year’s show averaged 11.5 million viewers and garnered the best ratings ever in adults 18-49 and women 18-34 categories.

No word yet on who the musical acts will be.

Ambrosio Releases First Photos of Her Newborn Son Noah Phoenix

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Tom Castaneda

Like mother, like son…

Alessandra Ambrosio‘s newborn baby boy, Noah Phoenix, may be about seven weeks old… But he’s already ready for his closeup.

The 31-year-old Brazilian supermodel and Victoria’s Secret Angel on Tuesday shared the first images of her son, born May 7, on Facebook.

“Wanted to give you all a sneak peek of Noah and so thankful to Pampers by taking these pictures we helped out UNICEF and those in need,” wrote Ambrosio.

In one photo, the second-time mom beams with pride as she holds Noah in a pillow held on her lap.

It’s the second child for Ambrosio and longtime fiance Jamie Mazur, who are the proud parents of 3-year-old daughter Anja.

“Family is the most important thing for me and I’m thrilled to be adding to the family,” the Brazilian bombshell told Us Weekly last year in an exclusive statement. “I’m fortunate to have a loving and supportive family. It’s a blessing that it will soon be growing.”

Ambrosio Gives Birth to a Son

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Tom Castaneda

It’s an even split at the Alessandra Ambrósio home…

The 30-year-old Brazilian supermodel gave birth to a son on Monday in Florianopolis, Brazil, bringing the total to two girls and two boys in the household.

The Victoria’s Secret model’s bundle of joy, reportedly named Noah, joins her 3½-year-old daughter Anja Louise.

“Welcome my son, can’t wait to show u around this crazy place,” Ambrósio’s fiancé Jamie Mazur Tweeted Monday.

The couple—who began in 2005—announced they were expecting baby No. 2 last December. Ambrosio, who revealed in April that she would be having a boy, even debuted her baby bump on the runway.

Although it looks like they’ve settled on the name Noah, Ambrósio and Mazur admitted it didn’t come easy.

“[Choosing a name is] the hardest part! I want something that works well in both Portuguese and English,” she explained at the time. “It can’t be too American or my grandmother won’t be able to pronounce it

Vergara Named The World’s Most Desirable Woman

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Tom Castaneda

Move over Blake Lively! There’s a new most desirable woman in the world… And, her name’s Sofia Vergara.

Ask Men has conducted a round up of the “Top 99 Most Desirable Women of 2012,” with the 39-year-old Colombian bombshell—who ranked as one of the best dressed starlets at this years SAG Awards—taking the top spot after more than one million readers cast their votes.

The men’s website says when it comes to Colombian imports, none are more in demand than Vergara—who ranked No. 3 on the 2011 list. Despite the Modern Family star’s obvious assets, says Ask Men, she’s one very funny woman.

Meanwhile, Selena Gomez storms the chart at No. 14. The 19-year-old half-Mexican actress/singer may be a former Disney Channel star, but she’s quickly become tween royalty, thanks to her high profile relationship with Justin Bieber. And, she’s a star in her own right with hit singles like “Hit the Lights” and roles like Gomez’s upcoming image-shattering part in a spring-break-themed film.

In all, this year’s list includes a large Latina contingent. Here’s a look at the Latinas making the final cut:

No. 1 Sofia Vergara
No 14 Selena Gomez
No. 19 Lea Michele
No. 24 Jessica Alba
No. 34 Jessica Gomes
No. 49 Penelope Cruz
No. 52 Jordana Brewster
No. 53 Gisele Bundchen
No. 54 Eva Mendes
No. 64 Leryn Franco
No. 66 Aubrey Plaza
No. 68 Arianny Celeste
No. 71 Adriana Lima
No. 83 Zoe Saldana
No. 84 Camilla Belle
No. 91 Alessandra Ambrosio
No. 93 Jennifer Lopez
No. 99 Paz de la Huerta

Click here to see AskMen.com’s complete list of hotties.

Ambrosio Debuts Baby Bump on the Catwalk…

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Tom Castaneda

She may be expecting her second child… But that isn’t stopping Alessandra Ambrosio from walking the runway…

The 30-year-old Brazilian bombshell rubbed her growing baby bump when she reached the end of the catwalk at the Colcci fashion show during Sao Paolo Fashion Week in her native Brazil.

For her big bump debut, the Victoria’s Secret stunned in a chic grey mini and a sleek black jacket.

Now five months along, Ambrosio confirmed her second pregnancy in late December. The baby-to-be will join big sister Anja, 3, Ambrosio’s daughter with her fiancé, California businessman Jamie Mazur.

“Family is the most important thing for me and I’m thrilled to be adding to the family,” she told Us Weekly in an exclusive statement. “I’m fortunate to have a loving and supportive family. It’s a blessing that it will soon be growing.”

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