Personal Details :
- Full Name: Erika Anette Linder Jervemyr
- Date of Birth: May 11, 1990
- Place of Birth: Sundbyberg, Stockholm County, Sweden
- Nationality: Swedish
- Height: 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
- Hair Color: Blonde
- Eye Color: Blue
- Languages Spoken: Swedish, English
- Profession: Model, Actress, Artist
- Years Active: 2011–present
- Known For: Modeling both menswear and womenswear; film debut in Below Her Mouth
- Sexual Orientation: Lesbian
- Current Residence: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Hobbies: Drawing, creative writing, photography
- Modeling Agencies: Next Model Management (global), MIKAs (Sweden), Unique Models (Copenhagen)
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @erikalinder
- Twitter: @erikalinder
- Facebook: Erika Linder Official
- IMDb: Erika Linder on IMDb
Career Overview :
- Modeling Debut: 2011 – First major appearance was portraying a young Leonardo DiCaprio in a spread for Candy magazine.
- Breakthrough Concept: Gained fame for modeling both menswear and womenswear, breaking gender norms in the fashion industry.
- Major Campaigns:
- Tom Ford
- Louis Vuitton
- Banana Republic
- Mytheresa
- Versace
- Magazine Features:
- Vogue Paris (Cover, February 2019)
- W Magazine
- Dazed
- Numero
- Interview Magazine
- Runway Appearances: Walked for fashion houses such as Chanel, Max Mara, and others in both men’s and women’s shows.
- Film Debut: 2016 – Starred in the Canadian lesbian romantic drama Below Her Mouth as Dallas, a female roofer.
- Acting Roles:
- Below Her Mouth (2016) – Lead role
- Lisboa Azul – Role: Tommy (Portuguese sci-fi series)
- Cover – Psychological thriller exploring identity in the fashion world
- Artistic Identity: Describes herself not just as a model or actress, but as a multidisciplinary artist. She also engages in photography and creative direction.
- Advocacy: A prominent voice in LGBTQ+ visibility and gender expression in fashion. She often speaks about breaking stereotypes and promoting authenticity.
- Modeling Agencies:
- Next Model Management (New York, Paris, London, Milan, LA, Madrid)
- MIKAs (Mother Agency in Sweden)
- Unique Models (Copenhagen)
Personal Life & Interests :
- Sexual Orientation: Lesbian – Erika is openly queer and often discusses LGBTQ+ representation and gender expression.
- Current Residence: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Hometown: Sundbyberg, Stockholm County, Sweden
- Languages: Swedish and English
- Education: Studied law and languages before beginning her modeling career
- Early Passions: Played football (soccer) competitively until age 19
- Creative Interests: Photography, drawing, writing, music, and fashion styling
- Identity: Describes herself as a gender-nonconforming woman and a multidisciplinary artist
- Public Image: Known for blending masculinity and femininity in her work and public persona
- Lifestyle: Describes LA as full of energy and possibility, while maintaining a grounded connection to her Swedish roots
Net Worth :
- Estimated Net Worth: Approximately $1 million USD
- Sources of Income:
- Modeling campaigns (e.g., Tom Ford, Louis Vuitton, Banana Republic)
- Runway appearances and editorials (e.g., Vogue, Chanel)
- Acting roles (e.g., Below Her Mouth, Lisboa Azul, Cover)
- Brand partnerships and sponsorships
- Additional Revenue Streams: Photography, creative direction, art commissions, and public appearances
Awards & Achievements :
- Models.com “Hot List”: Recognized on the prestigious industry “Hot List” for her unique and androgynous modeling style.
- Crocker Jeans Campaign (2014): Starred in JC Jeans Company’s Crocker campaign, which drove an 18.5% increase in in-store sales, a 60% boost in online traffic, and a 139% rise in total sales; the campaign reached over 100 million people .
- Groundbreaking Roles in Music Videos: Featured as both male and female leads in Katy Perry’s “Unconditionally” (2013) and Of Monsters and Men’s “Empire” (2015).
- Acting Accolades: Received notable attention and positive reviews for her lead role debuting at the Toronto Film Festival in the Canadian film Below Her Mouth (2016) .
- High‑Fashion Runway Highlights: Opened and walked major shows for Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Balenciaga, Rochas, and more—frequently cited in industry retrospectives like Vogue Scandinavia’s “Runway Rewind” .
Fun Facts :
- Erika was scouted at the age of 14 but didn’t pursue modeling until she was 21.
- She famously portrayed a young Leonardo DiCaprio in her breakout 2011 photo shoot for Candy magazine.
- She has modeled as both a male and female in fashion campaigns and editorials—sometimes in the same shoot.
- Before entering fashion, Erika studied law and languages, and played football (soccer) competitively.
- She describes herself as an “artist” above all—dabbling in photography, drawing, and film.
- She is a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and gender fluidity in fashion.
- Erika starred in the romantic drama Below Her Mouth, where the entire cast and crew were women.
- Despite her fame, she maintains a low profile and often avoids Hollywood-style celebrity culture.
- She once said she modeled menswear to avoid the discomfort of being overly sexualized in women’s fashion.
- She has appeared in music videos for Katy Perry and Of Monsters and Men.