Kate Bock is a Canadian model famously recognized for her appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Since Bock began her modeling career at the age of 12, she has walked the runway for Victoria’s Secret and featured on the cover of several magazines like Elle Canada, Maxim, Fitness, Ocean drive, and Woman Madame Figaro Spain. She alongside Olivia Culpo and Jasmine Sanders appeared on the Swimsuit Issue cover in 2020.
The Canadian model is also popularly known as the long-term girlfriend and wife of renowned American NBA player, Kevin Love. She walked down the wedding aisle with the basketball player on June 25th, 2022 in a glamorous Great Gatsby-inspired wedding ceremony held at the New York City Public Library. Get to know more about Kevin Love’s Wife
Profile summary of Kate Bock
- Full Name: Kate Lynne Bock
- Date of Birth: January 30, 1988
- Place of Birth: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Ethnicity: White
- Nationality: Canadian
- Religion: Jewish
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Education: West Vancouver Secondary School, French Immersion School
- Profession: Model
- Net Worth: $2 million
- Height: 5 feet 11 inches (1.8m)
- Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs)
- Marital Status: Married
- Kate Bock’s Husband: Kevin Love
- Siblings: Anna Bock and Ian Bock
- Instagram: @katebock
Kate Bock is a Native of Canada
Kate Lynne Bock was birthed into the world in the city of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada on January 30, 1988. She was born and raised by a stay-at-home mom and a father, who worked in railroad fabrication. Bock holds Canadian nationality and she practices the Jewish religion (Judaism).
Not much is known about the Canadian model’s early life, but she is reported to have grown up alongside her two siblings; Anna Bock and Ian Bock. While growing up in Canada, Bock was involved in sports activities like swimming, soccer, and field hockey.
She graduated from West Vancouver Secondary school, after which she moved to Paris and joined the French Immersion school, where she became fluent in French. Bock graduated from French Immersion School after four years of studies.
Kate Bock Began Modeling at the Age of 12
Kate Bock was introduced to modeling at the young age of 12 when she was sighted by modeling agent Liz bell at a local swimming pool in West Vancouver. Intrigued by young Bock’s beauty and body, Bell had a tasty offer for the young girl. Bock accepted the offer and signed a modeling contract with Liz Bell. She subsequently traveled to Santa Barbara to shoot for the children’s apparel brand Abercrombie Kids and she began working at mall fashion shows only a few weeks after being discovered.
The offer turned out to be a life-changing offer for Bock as years later she successfully established herself in the modeling scene. After completing her high school education, she took modeling more seriously and moved to Paris at the age of 18.
Kate Bock won the Sports Illustrated Rookie of the Year Award in 2013
After moving to Paris, France, Kate Bock began modeling. She was featured in numerous magazines like Germany’s Vogue, Hungary’s Glamour, and Italy’s Elle. She also graced the covers of Australia’s Grazia, Canada’s Elle, UK’s Glow, Maxim, and US Ocean Drive and Fitness.
Bock modeled for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in 2013 and since then she has made several appearances for the publication every year. In the same year she joined, she won the sports illustrated rookie of the year award. In 2020, she featured alongside Jasmine Sanders and Olivia Culpo on the cover of the 2020 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
Furthermore, she has walked the runway for popular brands like Victoria’s Secret, Kerastase, Brooks Brothers, Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic, and L’Oreal.
Besides featuring on magazine covers and walking the runway, she also made a cameo appearance in the music video for the song “Jack Sparrow” by the comedy troupe The Lonely Island in 2011. In December 2021, the Canadian model co-founded a swimsuit capsule collection with the Australian brand “Bond-Eye” which included five styles.
She also launched her jewelry line called “Cattura Jewelry”. The jewelry line consists of eye-catching body chains designed by Bock, handcrafted by an Italian designer, and made in New York. In 2021, she began working as a chief brand officer for the hard sparkling water brand Pompette, and she also works as a creative consultant for the shopping application Verishop. She is currently signed to Elite Model Management NY.
Kate Bock got Engaged to NBA Player Kevin Love on Her 33rd Birthday
The Canadian model is currently in a marital relationship with professional NBA player, Kevin Love. The lovebirds reportedly met through photographer Allan Zepeda who introduced Kevin and Bock to each other during a shooting in 2016. Because of their very hectic schedule, their first date was a noon coffee meet-up at the St. Regis Hotel.
The lovebirds dated for almost five years before the NBA player eventually went down on a knee proposing to Bock on her 33rd birthday in a cozy tented area. Back In 2017, the couple featured in an advert for the “Banana Republic Clothing Line.” The shoot gave a glimpse of the couple’s day-to-day life, including the couple lounging in their pajamas and sipping on coffee.
Prior to Kevin’s relationship with Bock, he was in a serious relationship with former UCLA cheerleader Elise Novak. The relationship lasted for six long years before they eventually called it quits.
Kate Bock Married Kevin Love in a Great Gatsby-themed Ceremony on June 25th, 2022
After being engaged for a year and a half, Kate Bock walked down the aisle with her fiancée in a lavish Great Gatsby-inspired ceremony at the New York Public Library on June 25th, 2022. Bock exchanged marriage vows with the NBA player in her jaw-dropping glamorous high-necked laced Ralph Lauren gown, which featured an intricate floral pattern, an open back, and a flowing. Like the bride, the groom was also donned in a Ralph Lauren tuxedo.
The couple’s big day was witnessed by guests dressed in black and white outfits, including singer Adele and her boyfriend Rich Paul, as well as fellow NBA star Lebron James and his wife Savannah. After the wedding ceremony, the couple, along with their guests, proceeded to an after-party site. They showed their philanthropist side as they requested the guests to donate to the Kevin Love Fund instead of bringing wedding presents.
The couple currently lives together in Manhattan with their dog named Vestey when the NBA player is not in Cleveland during the NBA season.
Height and Weight of the Model
The Canadian model stands at an impressive height of 5 feet and 11 inches (1.8 m) and weighs 54 kg (119 lbs). Kevin Love’s wife maintains her attractive figure by engaging herself in yoga and other physical exercises. The model revealed her biggest beauty secret is sleeping a lot and drinking an adequate amount of water.
What is Kate Bock’s Net Worth?
Kate Bock has amassed a net worth of around $2 million from her successful career as a model. Besides her modeling career, she also has endorsement deals and sponsorships programs with popular brands like Mac & Jac, Monoprix, Of The Earth, Brooks Brothers, Guess, Perry Ellis, etc.
Her husband, Kevin Love, on the other hand, has an enormous net worth of around $50 million as of 2021 and his salary is currently $22 million per year.
