Who is Lara Leito? Model, actress, and her link to Jannik Sinner
Rumours that Lara Leito was off the market sparked in April 2025 after she was photographed alongside Jannik Sinner during one of his training sessions. However, the professional tennis player put the dating speculations to rest during a May interview with People, stating:
I was shocked to see some pictures swirling around. There is nothing serious there. Matter of fact, I am not in a relationship. That is just about it.
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Key takeaways
- Lara was in a highly publicised relationship with Adrien Brody, while Jannik Sinner previously dated Anna Kalinskaya.
- She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Marketing Communications.
- Leito launched her Instagram account in 2011 but started using it as a business tool two years later.
Lara Leito's profile summary
Full name | Lara Leito |
Gender | Female |
Date of birth | 5 January 1994 |
Age | 31 years old (2025) |
Birthplace | Russia |
Nationality | Russian |
Religion | Christianity |
Alma mater | University of California, Berkeley |
Height | 5'9" (175 cm) |
Sexual orientation | Straight |
Marital status | Unmarried |
Profession | Model |
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Lara Leito is a native of Russia: Exploring her roots
Lara was born on 5 January 1994 in Russia. In 2025, she took to Instagram to celebrate her 31st birthday via a post that read:
#Capricorn
She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Speaking with L'Officiel in November 2020, Leito shared a glimpse of her educational background, revealing:
I spent most of my conscientious young life studying: in the UK (GCSE), in Switzerland (IB).
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Leito has been walking runways since she was 20 years old
Growing up, Lara never pictured herself as a model. But as time passed, many people would ask her in admiration, "Are you a model?" Leito told L'Officiel about how she made her modelling debut:
This constant question sparked an interest in me. I thought, "Modelling is probably worth giving a shot."
Lara has collaborated with designers, including Roberto Cavalli, Zuhair Murad, Georges Hobeika, Ermanno Scervino, De Grisogono, Ulyana Sergeenko and Aadnevik.
She posts her modelling shots on Instagram
Leito's first Instagram post dates back to 2 August 2013. Her content on the social media platform mainly includes fashion-related snaps and glimpses into her daily life and travels.
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She also documents her attendance at events like the Cannes Film Festival. Speaking with L'Officiel, Lara highlighted Instagram's input into her successful modelling career, saying:
The platform has changed how brands perceive public personalities in relation to marketing and promotion of products.
She added:
It is incredible how people can keep up with your daily activities and reach out to you from all over the world.
Lara Leito commands 358k followers on Instagram as of 26 September 2025.
Lara has plans to diversify into professional acting someday
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During her interview with L'Officiel, Leito revealed she once did a cameo in a film in New York. Although it was a small part, she remembers it as "exciting".
I once witnessed the filmmaking process; since then, I greatly respect all actors. The hundreds of takes and hours of hair and makeup are not easy, but if an opportunity to venture into this space ever presents itself, I will gladly take it.
Insights into Lara Leito's love life: Her romantic connection with public figures
Lara met award-winning actor Adrien Brody at the Cannes Film Festival in 2012. They dated for about six years before splitting in 2018. Interestingly, the pair had a 21-year age gap. Nonetheless, they graced several red-carpet events as a couple.
In April 2025, Leito was romantically linked to professional tennis player Jannik Sinner after she attended his training session at the Monte Carlo Country Club.
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Chi Magazine published snaps of the pair together. However, the sportsman quickly shut down the dating rumours, confirming his split from ex-girlfriend Anna Kalinskaya.
Wrapping up
While Lara Leito is best known for her modelling endeavours, she has also made news due to her long-term relationship with Adrien Brody and rumoured romance with Jannik Sinner. Nonetheless, she keeps details about her personal life, including her love life, private.
READ MORE: Who is Maria Braccini? Everything to know about Jannik Sinner's ex
Briefly.co.za published the biography of model Maria Braccini. She was born in New Delhi, India, to Italian parents. The family settled in Montevarchi, Arezzo, Italy, where she grew up. Maria graduated from Liceo Scientifico di Montevarchi in 2019.
Jannik Sinner and Maria Braccini were first linked in September 2020 and were last spotted together at the 2024 Miami Open in Florida.
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