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Meet Adriana Lima’s stylish tween daughter Valentina Lima Jarić: with Victoria’s Secret’s longest-running model and former NBA star Marko Jarić as her parents, she’s already stepping into the spotlight

Brazilian supermodel Adriana Lima (left), who retired as a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2018, set a record with her 19-year tenure – and now her eldest child, 14-year-old Valentina Lima Jarić (right), is interested in modelling too. Photos: Getty Images, @adrianalima/Instagram
An icon on Victoria’s Secret runways and a muse for designers worldwide, Adriana Lima has redefined the modern supermodel.
Adriana Lima models jewellery from Bulgari’s Serpenti 75th anniversary collection, last November. Photo: @adrianalima/Instagram
The Brazilian star’s captivating presence has made her a mainstay in the fashion industry, and her 19-year tenure as a Victoria’s Secret Angel not only set a record, but also cemented her status as a timeless icon in the modelling world.
Adriana Lima (centre) and her family enjoy a Halloween-themed visit to Universal Studios in Los Angeles, California, US, last October. Photo: @adrianalima/Instagram

Yet there’s another dimension to the 42-year-old’s life that adds further depth to her impressive career: motherhood. The supermodel shares her eldest child, 14-year-old Valentina Lima Jarić, with ex-husband and Serbian former NBA player Marko Jarić – and the teen is gradually stepping into the spotlight. So what do we know about her?

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Adriana Lima and Marko Jarić keep their kids’ lives private

Adriana Lima (second from left) and her daughters, Valentina (centre) and Sienna (right, front), pose for a family photo with Katy Perry (centre) at one of the artist’s shows in August 2023. Photo: @adrianalima/Instagram

Despite their high-profile status, Adriana and Marko – who separated in 2014 – seemingly strive to give Valentina a sense of normalcy. Their commitment to her privacy is clear, sharing only occasional glimpses into Valentina’s life on social media. The peeks fans do get though reveal a young girl with a vibrant personality and a passion for fashion.

Valentina Lima Jarić is getting an early taste of the red carpet

Adriana Lima (centre) with her boyfriend, film producer Andre Lemmers (right), and her daughters, Sienna (centre, front) and Valentina (right, front), attend Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo red carpet premiere in Los Angeles, California, US, in March 2023. Photo: Getty Images

However, on special occasions, Valentina is known to join her mother at industry events, getting an early taste of life on the red carpet. Although these instances are rare, they offer a preview of Valentina’s potential in the fashion world, guided by her mother’s expertise.

She’s already made her debut in the world of high fashion

Valentina appeared alongside Adriana in US Vogue’s September 2015 issue, marking a memorable first step into the fashion spotlight that her mother occupied for years.

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With her striking appearance and ready access to the fashion world, Valentina could potentially pursue a modelling career. In an interview with People, Adriana revealed both her daughters’ growing interest in fashion. “They give me hints on fashion. They go, ‘Mum, can I do your make-up today? Mum, can I choose your outfit?’” she shared.

Adriana has often spoken about the importance of education and personal development, suggesting that in the future, her daughters could choose to go in a range of directions.

So will Valentina embrace the runway like her mother or forge a completely new path? Only time will tell.

  • Brazilian supermodel Adriana Lima, who retired as a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2018, set a record with her 19-year tenure – so is her eldest child, 14-year-old Valentina, interested in modelling too?
  • At age 5, Lima’s eldest daughter with former NBA player Marko Jarić appeared in US Vogue, while in March last year she and her sister Sienna joined their supermodel mum on the red carpet