Dominika van Santen

Biography

Dominika van Santen is a model, actress, dancer, and beauty contestant of Dutch and Venezuelan descent. Born and raised in Maracaibo, she holds a Bachelor's Degree in Communications with a focus on Film, Radio, and Television. Van Santen began her ballet training at the age of three and has over 15 years of experience in the discipline. She launched her modeling career at 18 after winning a beauty pageant, encouraged by her father. Following her victory, she secured modeling opportunities with brands such as Pepsi, Philips, and Diesel Clothing and appeared on magazine covers including EME and Facetas. In 2005, she represented Margarita Island, Venezuela, at the Top Model of the World competition, where she became the second Venezuelan to win the title. After her reign, she continued her modeling career in London and various European countries, participating in numerous fashion campaigns and shows.