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Brooklyn Decker

Brooklyn Decker is an American model and actress best known for appearing in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, including its 2010 cover, and for roles in film and television.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Brooklyn Decker is an American model and actress best known for appearing in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, including its 2010 cover, and for roles in film and television. She has appeared in series such as Grace and Frankie and in films including Just Go with It and Battleship.

Early life

Brooklyn Danielle Decker was born in Kettering, Ohio, and later grew up in North Carolina. Public biographies also note that she was discovered as a teenager in a shopping mall in Charlotte.

Modelling career

Decker became known through modelling work, including appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and work with Victoria's Secret. Her 2010 Sports Illustrated cover is one of her best-known modelling achievements.

Acting career

Decker moved into acting with guest television roles before making her film debut in Just Go with It. She later appeared in several studio films and joined the cast of Grace and Frankie as a series regular.

Personal life

Decker has been married to tennis player Andy Roddick since 2009. Publicly available biographies indicate the couple has two children.

Key facts

  • She first gained prominence as a model, especially through the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
  • She appeared on the cover of the 2010 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
  • Her acting credits include television guest roles on Chuck, Ugly Betty, The League and Royal Pains.
  • Her feature film debut was in Just Go with It (2011).
  • She later starred in Battleship (2012), What to Expect When You're Expecting (2012) and Grace and Frankie.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Brooklyn Decker?
Brooklyn Decker is an American model and actress known for her Sports Illustrated work and roles in film and television.
What is Brooklyn Decker best known for?
She is best known for appearing in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, including the 2010 cover, and for acting in Grace and Frankie and several films.
When was Brooklyn Decker born?
She was born on April 12, 1987.
What was Brooklyn Decker's first film role?
Her feature film debut was in Just Go with It, released in 2011.
Who is Brooklyn Decker married to?
She is married to former tennis player Andy Roddick.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brooklyn_Decker
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, modelling and acting career highlights, and Grace and Frankie role.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2395937/
    Supports: Birthplace, family background, modelling discovery, film and television credits, and marriage to Andy Roddick.
  3. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/brooklyn-decker/bio/3030064792/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, and profession as actress.