Tatjana Patitz was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Rising Sun, The Larry Sanders Show, and Ready to Wear. Born on March 25, 1966, in Hamburg, West Germany, she became a prominent figure in modeling and entertainment.
Personal and Family Life
Tatjana Patitz grew up in Skanör, Sweden, and had a younger sister named Sophie, born in 1973, who also attempted a modeling career. She began modeling at the age of seventeen and enjoyed a successful career as a supermodel. Patitz was married to Jason Johnson from 2003 until their divorce in 2009, and they had one son, Jonah, born in November 2004, whom she largely kept out of the public eye. She lived on a ranch in Ventura County, near the Malibu canyons, and had a long-term relationship with musician Seal.
Death and Legacy
Tatjana Patitz passed away on January 11, 2023, in Santa Barbara, California, after battling breast cancer. Her contributions to the fashion industry and her memorable performances in film have left a lasting impact. As one of the iconic supermodels of her time, she was celebrated for her beauty and talent, and she will be remembered for her significant influence in fashion and entertainment.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Sun | 1993-07-30 | Cheryl Lynn Austin |
| Korn: Deuce | 2002-06-11 | Lab Assistant |
| Restraining Order | 1999-04-30 | Leight Woodfield |
| George Michael: Freedom | 2017-10-16 | Self |
| Models: The Film | 1991-01-01 | Herself |
| George Michael: Freedom Uncut | 2022-06-16 | Self |
| Fire, Ice & Dynamite | 1990-10-18 | Tatjana Patitz |
| Prêt-à-Porter | 1994-12-23 | Self |
| Lost Angeles – Eine Stadt zwischen Traum und Trauma | 2000-01-01 | Self |
| The Secret of My Success | 1987-04-10 | Herself (uncredited) |
| The Single Guy | 1995-09-21 | |
| Taff | 1997-03-11 | Self |
| Wer weiß denn sowas? | 2015-07-06 | Self – Guest |
| V.I.P. | 2000-11-25 | Self |