Institute of Caribbean Studies (ICS)
Wednesday, June 28, 2017
Selita Ebanks is a model and actress. She was born in the Cayman Islands and was discovered at the age of 17 at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey by a modeling scout.
During her modeling career, Selita appeared in numerous fashion magazines such as, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, Vogue, and Glamour.She is best known for her work as one of the Victoria Secret angels, from 2005 to 2009.
Selita has transitioned from modeling and has ventured into acting. She appeared on the third season of "Celebrity Apprentice "(2004), "How I Met Your Mother" (2005), "South Beach" (2006), "Hawaii Five-0" (2010)and on "Husbands of Hollywood" (2013) as Kevin Hart's love interest. She has also starred in several commercials, including State Farm Insurance as well as music videos, including Kanye West 's "Runaway" in 2010.
Selita helped to start the Stardom Youth Foundation in the Cayman Islands and served as a mentor in the Seamen's Society of Staten Island.
