★ HOW OLD IS JILL DE JONG?
Jill de Jong is 44 years old, born February 17, 1982 in NL · Aquarius.
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★ LEDE
About
Jill de Jong modeled for Calvin Klein and L'Oréal before becoming the face of Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider video game series. Born in Hoogeveen, Netherlands in 1982, she transitioned from fashion into fitness coaching and podcasting. She published a cookbook, Models Do Eat, in 2019. As an Aquarius, she channels independent reinvention across careers.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Jill de Jong—also known as Jildou de Jong—is a Dutch model-turned-fitness trainer and podcast host. Born 17 February 1982 in Hoogeveen, Drenthe, she won a modeling contest at fifteen and went on to shoot campaigns for major brands including Ralph Lauren, Escada, Calvin Klein, Dolce & Gabbana, and L'Oréal across Europe and the United States. In 2002, Eidos Interactive selected her as the character model for Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider video game series, a role that cemented her cultural footprint. As an actress and model, de Jong's early career spanned both traditional fashion and emerging digital media. She later pivoted to health and wellness, establishing herself as a fitness trainer and health coach while maintaining a podcast presence. In 2019, she published Models Do Eat, a cookbook reflecting her shift toward lifestyle and nutrition. Based in Los Angeles, California, de Jong embodies the Aquarius trait of reinvention—moving fluidly between industries and redefining her public presence. Life Path 3 suggests creative expression and communication across multiple platforms, evident in her modeling, gaming legacy, and current media work.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
De Jong grew up in Hoogeveen, Drenthe, Netherlands. At fifteen, she won a modeling contest in the Netherlands, launching her career in fashion. She built a portfolio shooting for major international brands before her breakthrough as the Lara Croft model in 2002.
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Trivia
- She was selected by Eidos Interactive as the official Lara Croft character model for Tomb Raider in 2002.
- De Jong has modeled for luxury and consumer brands spanning Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Dolce & Gabbana, and L'Oréal.
- She published a cookbook titled Models Do Eat in 2019, signaling her transition from modeling to health and wellness.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Communicator
Expressive and creative. Jill de Jong gravitate to performance, writing, and social platforms where personality compounds the work.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 3 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Hunter SchaferTiger · 1998
- Dylan WangTiger · 1998
- Kerris DorseyTiger · 1998
- Declan McKennaTiger · 1998
- Emily FairnTiger · 1998
CHALLENGING
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade Pettyjohn
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Jill de Jong?
- Jill de Jong is 44 years old (born February 17, 1982).
- When is Jill de Jong's birthday?
- Jill de Jong was born on February 17, 1982.
- What is Jill de Jong's zodiac sign?
- Jill de Jong is a Aquarius, born February 17, 1982.
- What is Jill de Jong's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Jill de Jong was born in 1982, the year of the Water Dog.
- Where is Jill de Jong from?
- Jill de Jong is from NL.
- What does Jill de Jong do?
- Jill de Jong is a actor.
- Is Jill de Jong still alive?
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