Jarah Mariano in 2008 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue
Her name is Jarah Mariano, she’s one of the first Asian supermodels out there, and she’s just about to hit the big time. Her ticket? An appearance in the 2008 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue — her very first appearance in the prestigious magazine that creates superstars out of everyday models. Well, now it’s Jarah Mariano’s turn, and wow, here’s her entire Sports Illustrated gallery, two-piece bikini included. And just in case you were wondering, Mariano is definitely Asian (as if you couldn’t tell), and is of Hawaiian, Korean, and Chinese descent. Welcome to the big time, Jarah!
Asian Supermodel Jarah Mariano
It’s not everyday I get to use the words “Asian” and “Supermodel” in the same sentence, but I’m able to do that when making this post about the gorgeous Jarah Mariano, an Asian-American supermodel with Hawaiian, Korean and Chinese blood in her. Besides having done work for Armani Exchange, Sephora, Abercrombie & Fitch, and PacSun, she’s also slipped on the lingerie of and walked the runway for Victoria’s Secret. She currently lives in New York, and graduated from Pace University.