Alessia Ventura

About Alessia Ventura

Alessia Ventura (born April 10, 1980 in Moncalieri, Italy) is an Italian model, showgirl and tv actress.

Alessia Ventura was raised in Turin, Italy. Alessia developed early interests in soccer and modern dance, and so did her beauty and at age 15, she started a new life as a model. Alessia's early foray into modeling offered a brand new experience and she developed her portfolio through photo shoots, runway work and competitions. At 16, she added television to her resume as a showgirl, performing on her own but also singing and dancing in groups. Her stage comfort and camera-friendly looks gave her confidence that entertainment could become a full-time career. Nevertheless, she simultaneously completed a diploma in business.

In 1999, Alessia got a big break at age 19 when she joined the Italian version of The Price is Right. She kept this high-profile gig for two years before trying her hand at soap operas with a role on Cento vetrine.