About
Rebecca Romijn is an American actress and former model who became widely known for her role as Mystique in the original X-Men film series. With striking looks, a magnetic screen presence, and a warm personality, she has carved out a successful career in both the fashion and entertainment industries. Over the years, she’s shown her versatility through roles in TV and film, proving she’s more than just a pretty face.
Rebecca is also recognized for her work in shows like Ugly Betty, The Librarians, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, where she plays Number One. She’s built a solid fan base by taking on a range of characters that blend strength, humor, and heart.
Before Fame
Rebecca was born on November 6, 1972, in Berkeley, California. Her father was a custom furniture maker, and her mother was a community college instructor of English. Growing up in a creative and supportive household, Rebecca was exposed to the arts early on.
In her youth, she was tall and athletic, which made her stand out. She initially studied music at the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a focus on voice. However, her life took a different turn when she began modeling. She moved to Paris in the early 1990s, where her modeling career quickly took off. Her height, confidence, and unique beauty got the attention of major fashion brands and magazines.
Rebecca went on to model for Sports Illustrated, Victoria’s Secret, and appeared on the covers of magazines like Elle, Marie Claire, and Glamour. Her work in the fashion world gave her global recognition and eventually led her into acting.
Trivia
- Rebecca’s full last name is Romijn-Stamos, from her first marriage to actor John Stamos. After their divorce, she returned to just using Romijn professionally.
- She has Dutch ancestry and can speak some Dutch thanks to her father, who was born in the Netherlands.
- Her breakthrough acting role was in 2000 when she portrayed Mystique in X-Men, a role that required hours of makeup and body paint.
- She has a great sense of humor and has often taken on roles that show her comedic side, like her character Alexis Meade in Ugly Betty.
- Rebecca hosted MTV’s House of Style during her modeling days, a show that blended fashion with pop culture and music.
Family Life
Rebecca has been married to actor Jerry O’Connell since 2007. The couple shares a strong bond and often talk about their life together in interviews and on social media. They have twin daughters, Dolly and Charlie, born in 2008. Rebecca has shared how much motherhood has changed her and how she enjoys spending quality time with her family away from the spotlight.
Before marrying Jerry, she was married to John Stamos from 1998 to 2005. While their split was a difficult period in her life, she moved forward with grace and eventually found lasting happiness in her second marriage.
Rebecca and Jerry are known for their playful, down-to-earth relationship. They’ve even co-hosted shows and walked red carpets together, often joking around and supporting each other’s work.
Associated With
Rebecca Romijn has worked with many big names in Hollywood. Her role as Mystique placed her alongside stars like Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, and Halle Berry. In Ugly Betty, she shared the screen with America Ferrera and Vanessa Williams. More recently, in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, she appears with actors like Anson Mount and Ethan Peck.
She’s also been connected to the world of fashion through her modeling work with top designers and photographers. Throughout her career, she’s been admired for her professionalism, charm, and ability to adapt to different creative spaces—whether on a runway, in front of a camera, or on set.
