Natalie Glebova

Natalie Glebova (born Natalya Vladimirovna Glebova;[a] 11 November 1981) is a Russian-Canadian television host, author, dancer, model and beauty queen who was crowned Miss Universe 2005. Glebova had previously been crowned Miss Universe Canada 2005.
Glebova was born in Tuapse, Russia, to parents Vladimir Slezin and Anna Glebova. While in Russia, Vladimir worked as a radio communications specialist in the merchant marine industry, while Anna was a high school teacher. Glebova grew up as an only child. As a child, Glebova studied classical piano and competed in rhythmic gymnastics. At age 13, Glebova and her family left Russia and settled in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. After arriving in Canada, her parents found employment as software specialists.
After graduating from high school (central, in London Ontario), Glebova worked as a professional model in Toronto and received a Bachelor of Comme…