Did you know that the seemingly glamorous life of a model, actress, and socialite could be shadowed by personal struggles and tragic events? The life of Anna Nicole Smith, born Vickie Lynn Hogan, was a whirlwind of fame, fortune, and controversy that ultimately ended in tragedy.
Born on November 28, 1967, in Houston, Texas, Anna Nicole Smith's early life as Vickie Lynn Hogan was far from the glitz and glamour that would later define her public persona. Her childhood was turbulent, marked by instability and the absence of a consistent parental figure. Raised primarily by her mother, Virgie Tabers, and her aunt, in Mexia, Texas, Vickie Lynn's formative years were a stark contrast to the opulent world she would eventually inhabit. The seeds of her ambition and drive, however, were sown early, fueling her desire to escape her humble beginnings. Years before she graced the cover of Playboy and became a household name, she was a young, determined woman with dreams of a better life, working at a Houston restaurant, far removed from the spotlight that awaited her.
| Anna Nicole Smith: Biographical and Career Information | |
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| Full Name | Vickie Lynn Hogan (later known as Anna Nicole Smith) |
| Birth Date | November 28, 1967 |
| Birth Place | Houston, Texas, USA |
| Death Date | February 8, 2007 |
| Death Place | Hollywood, Florida, USA |
| Cause of Death | Accidental drug overdose |
| Occupation | Model, Actress, Television Personality |
| Years Active | 1992-2007 |
| Spouses | Billy Wayne Smith (m. 1985, div. 1993) J. Howard Marshall II (m. 1994, his death 1995) |
| Children | Daniel Wayne Smith (deceased), Dannielynn Birkhead |
| Notable Achievements | Playboy Playmate of the Year (1993) |
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| External Link | |
| Anna Nicole Smith Biography on Biography.com |
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