While most people would never suspect it, Tricia Helfer, the Canadian actress and former super model, grew up on a grain farm in the rural community of Donalda in Stettler County, Alberta. It was only by chance that she was discovered. Helfer was standing in line at a local movie theatre when a modeling agency scout noticed her. From there, her career blossomed. Helfer won Ford Models’ Supermodel of the World contest in 1992 and was subsequently signed to a agency contract with Elite Model Management. Her modeling career took her all over the world, and she became the face of numerous leading fashion brands.

Helfer’s modeling career easily turned into an acting career. There has been a Tricia Helfer appearance in Jeremiah, CSI: Crime Scen Investigation, and the independent film White Rush. However, the most memorable Tricia Helfer appearance came when she took on the role of Number Six in Battlestar Galactica.

Tricia Helfer Speaker

In August of 2008, there was a Tricia Helfer speaker appearance on the stage of NVISION 08. There, Helfer discussed her role in Battlestar Galactica as well as the show’s prominent use of computer graphics.

Tricia Helfer Appearance

There was an Tricia Helfer appearance for one year as the host of Canada’s Next Top Model. However, after the inaugural season, Helfer chose to give up her role in order to concert more on her work with Battlestar Galactica.

Tricia Helfer Endorsement

The list of Tricia Helfer endorsement deals has includes Ralph Lauren, Chanel, and Giorgio Armani. In addition, Helfer has walked for top fashion shows such as Carolina Herrera, Christian Dior, Claude Montana, Givenchy, John Galliano, and Dolce & Gabbana.