Julia Lemigova Biography
Julia Lemigova is a renowned former Russian model, beauty pageant titleholder, and Miss USSR 1990. Additionally, she is recognized for her standout role on The Real Housewives of Miami, a reality television series that first premiered on Bravo TV on February 22, 2011, and the most recent season, premiering on June 11, 2025.
How old is Julia Lemigova?
Lemigova is 53 years old as of 2025; she was born on June 26, 1972, in Moscow, Russia. She celebrates her birthday on June 26 every year.
| Real Name | Julia Lemigova |
| Age | 53 years old as of 2025 |
| Date of Birth | June 26, 1972 |
| Place of Birth | Moscow, Russia |
| Birth Sign | Cancer |
| Known For | Cast member on The Real Housewives of Miami, Former Miss USSR 1990, and 2nd runner-up at Miss Universe 1991 |
Julia Lemigova’s Height
Lemigova has an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches, equal to 167.64 cm.
Julia Lemigova’s Early Life and Education
Lemigova was born in June 26, 1972, in Moscow, Russia. She is a daughter of a Red Army colonel. Kicking off her academic pursuit, Lemigova attended a local high school in Moscow, where her modeling potential began to surface around age 16.
Julia Lemigova Partner and Children
Lemigova is married to Martina Navratilova, the legendary tennis champion. The couple started dating in 2000 and later tied the knot in New York on December 15, 2014. Lemigova is a proud mother to five children including, Maximilien (her first child, born in 1997, died while still young), two daughters, Victoria and Emma, and her two adopted sons, Julia and Martina.
Career Background
Lemigova became the first runner-up at Miss USSR in 1990 after Maria Kezha was disqualified, despite being the original winner. Occasionally, Lemigova participated during Miss USSR 1990, where she represented Soviet Union. However, she ended up being placed as 2nd runner-up. Later, Lemigova relocated Paris, where she opened the Joiya spa in 2003 and later a skincare line called Russie Blanche in 2009.
TV Shows
Lemigova features as one of the standout cast members of The Real Housewives of Miami season 7, which premiered on Bravo TV on June 11, 2025. The series focuses on the colorful lives of the Housewives living in Miami as they juggle business, family, and friendship in South Florida. Lemigova joined the show in 2021, during season 4, as the first cast member in the history of the Real Housewives franchise to be part of the LGBTQ+ community. Lemigova was, however, uninvited by the Wilton Manors Business Association (WMBA) because of Martina Navratilova’s views on transgender people.
Julia Lemigova’s Net Worth
Lemigova has an estimated net worth of $1 million to $5 million, reflecting her successful career in the fashion and media industry.
Julia Lemigova’s Social Media
Lemigova frequently uses social media sites where she interacts and connects with her followers by sharing information about her professional and personal encounters. Some of her platforms include Instagram @julialemigova with more than 93k followers.