Laura Soares

Laura "Elle" Soares is a TV personality, model, and swimwear designer. She is a native of Brazil, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro. She became a professional model before she eventually decided to put her education first and attend Law School in Rio de Janeiro. Growing up, Laura came from a family of experienced antique lovers, even taking on a part-time job in an antique store. But Laura still had the entertainment industry in her sights, and she made one of the most important decisions of her career by relocating to the United States. Laura moved to Los Angeles in 2005 and gained notoriety for her swimwear modeling pictorials. Her modeling photos have been featured in numerous magazines, including Maxim (UK), OYE, Rukus, and DTM. Swimsuit modeling later brought out Laura's entrepreneurial spirit, inspiring her to design her own line of swimwear for women. Laura's modeling career was her introduction to television and acting - it was the moment when she decided sharing her talent on television by focusing on acting and hosting opportunities suited her best. Once she was ready to take on television, Laura would eat, sleep and breathe her professional training from highly-regarded acting coaches in Hollywood. Passionate for more, Laura continues to improve her craft with scene study, technique analysis, improv, and hosting courses while she continues to work part-time in an antique store. Her dedication has earned her spots on national commercials for George Lopez, Entourage and Hispanic Lifestyle. Additional commercials include Korbel, Bud Lite, and Golchin. Her music video resume' includes video shoots with Snoop Dogg, Ebi, and Enrique Iglesias. Laura's other noticeable appearances include a Brazilian television series about a group of young adults living in Los Angeles.