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An American fitness trainer Jillian Michaels has transformed herself by winning over her own obesity. She is best known for being featured in the reality show “The Biggest Loser”.
For being a fitness trainer, she has received her certification from ‘National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association’ (NESTA) and ‘The Aerobics and Fitness Association of America’ (AFAA).
She has established her name in the field of wellness and health with fitness DVDs, weekly podcasts, best-selling books, and popular TV shows. She has also introduced her app and website which will lead her to develop a healthy community across the globe with a strong following of millions.
Height / Weight / Age
Jillian Michaels weighs 52 kg and 115 lbs in pounds. She is a fitness freak who has a height of 157 cm or in feet inches 5’2” tall. She has short and wavy light brown color hair and sharp wide hazel color eyes.
She has an athletic body with a figure measurement of 34 inches breast, 24 inches waist, and 34 inches hips approximately. Her bra size is 34B whereas her dress size is 4 and her shoe size is 6 (US).
| Date Of Birth | February 18, 1974 |
| Age | 50 Years |
| Height | In Centimeters – 157 cm
In Feet & Inches – 5’2” |
| Weight | In Kilograms – 52 kg
In Pounds – 115 lbs |
| Eye Color | Hazel |
| Hair Color | Light Brown |
| Figure Measurements | 34-24-34 |
| Bra Size | 34B |
| Dress Size | 4 (US) |
| Shoe Size | 6 (US) |
Net Worth
According to the sources, the estimated net worth of Jillian Michaels is $14 Million US dollars approximately.
Education / Family
Jillian Michaels was born on February 18, 1974. He is a native of Los Angeles, California, US but was raised in Santa Monica along with her siblings Greg and Lauren.
She is the daughter of Douglas McKarus and JoAnn. She had lived a troubled childhood due to the divorce of her parents.
She suffered from night terrors that led her to be overweight due to which she faced verbal abuse from classmates. To overcome her obesity by losing those extra kilos, she worked really hard. She continued her higher studies and attended California State University, Northridge.
Name |
Jillian Michaels |
| Real name | Jillian Leigh McKarus |
| Birth Place | LA, California, USA |
| Profession | Personal Trainer |
| Zodiac sign | Aquarius |
| School | High School |
| College | California State University |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Nationality | American |
| Home Town | California, USA |
| Debut | Not known |
| Fathers Name | Douglas McKarus
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| Mothers Name | JoAnn McKarus
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| Brothers | Greg Michaels |
| Sister | Lauren Michaels |
Career / Fashion And Style
Jillian Michaels started her career after graduation as an agent at International Creative Management. She dropped her job as she was satisfied with it, in 2002 along with Jackie Warner she had opened a fitness center “Sky Sports & Health Spa”.
She rose to prominence from her appearance as one of the trainers on NBC’s “The Biggest Loser”. With the huge success of the show, she got featured on her own created show “Losing it with Jillian”. In 2008, she introduced her company “Empowered Media LLC” with her business partner Giancarlo Chersich, the company provides total-life solutions like lifestyle, fitness, and nutrition.
She hosted “The Doctors” which was a panel discussion show. She has introduced a 30-minute class “BODYSHRED” at gyms in the US and Canada including UFC Gyms, GoodLife gyms, and Lifetime fitness.
Boyfriends, Affairs, Husband, and More
Jillian Michaels is a lesbian and was involved with Heidi Rhoades romantically. She has adopted a boy named Pheonix Michaels Rhoades and a girl named Lukensia Michaels Rhoades.
| Boyfriends/Partner | Heidi Rhoades |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Husband/Partner | Heidi Rhoades
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| Children | Son – Phoenix Michaels Rhoades
Daughter – Lukenisa Michaels Rhoades
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Favorite Things
Here we are providing you the list of Jillian Michaels’s favorite things.
| Favorite Actors | Bret Michaels |
| Favorite TV show | The Universe |
| Favorite Food | Chocolate |
| Favorite Destinations | New York |
| Favorite Color(s) | Black |
Some Interesting Facts About Jillian Michaels
- Jillian Michaels has financed her own education by working as a personal trainer and bartender
- Her company has invested in companies like Giggles N’ Hugs, AQUAHydrat, and Thrive Market.
- Her program includes a strength training process of activities like plyometrics, pilates, kickboxing, yoga, and weight training.
- She has launched her own video game titled “Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2009”.
- She is associated with charitable organizations like the Clinton Foundation’s Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Hope for Haiti, and Stand up for cancer.
- She has a phobia of running in marathons.
- Her hobbies are modeling, games, and shopping.
Social Media Profile(s)
- Instagram – @jillianmichaels
- Twitter – @JillianMichaels
- Facebook – @JillianMichaels