Luann de Lesseps in a swimsuit
Luann de Lesseps, born LuAnn Nadeau on May 17, 1965 in Berlin, Connecticut, is a reality television personality, recording artist, and former fashion model. She is best known for her appearances on the Bravo show ‘The Real Housewives of New York City.’ She was previously married to French nobleman Count Alexandre de Lesseps, a descendant of Ferdinand de Lesseps, the architect of the Suez Canal, giving her the courtesy title of ‘The Countess’ or ‘Countess LuAnn.’ When LuAnn married Alexandre de Lesseps, she became his fourth wife. Together, they have two children, Victoria and Noel. They divorced in 2009. She married Tom D’Agostino Jr. in 2016, but the pair divorced one year later. The star often plays to packed venues with her show, #COUNTESSANDFRIENDS. She also has a jewelry line of her own. Click through the gallery to see all of the standout moments from Luann’s career to date!
Luann de Lesseps at the Watermill Benefit for the Arts and Humanities
Luann de Lesseps attends the Watermill Benefit for the Arts and Humanities, Watermill, New York on July 27, 2019. She wore a colorful floral dress.
LuAnn de Lesseps at the Build Speaker Series, New York
LuAnn de Lesseps attends the Build Speaker Series, New York, on July 16, 2019. She wore a blue jumpsuit.
Luann de Lessps at the ‘Gloria Bell’ film screening,
LuAnn de Lesseps on the red carpet of the ‘Gloria Bell’ film screening, Arrivals, New York on March 4, 2019. She wore a black and tan outfit.
Luann de Lesseps performs at ‘Countess and Friends’ at The Fillmore, Miami,
Luann de Lesseps performs her cabaret routine ‘Countess and Friends’ at The Fillmore, Miam on Feb. 16, Feb 2019. She wore a red dress.
Real Housewives of NYC on set filming, Miami, Florida,
Luann de Lesseps looks amazing in a bikini while filming ‘Real Housewives of NYC’ in Miami on Dec. 4, 2018. She splashed about in the water.
Luann de Lesseps at ‘Lobby Hero’ Broadway Opening Night
Luann de Lesseps attends the Broadway opening night of ‘Lobby Hero’ at the Hayes Theater, in New York on March 26, 2018. She wore a silver dress to the event.
Luann de Lesseps at the 21st Annual ASPCA Bergh Bal
Luann de Lesseps gets a kiss from a puppy at the 21st Annual ASPCA Bergh Ball, New York on Apr. 19, 2018. She wore a red outfit.
Luann de Lesseps arrives at ‘Watch What Happens: Live’
Luann de Lesseps arrives at Bravo’s ‘Watch What Happens: Live’ TV show in New York on Apr. 4, 2018. She wore a black jumpsuit with a blue overcoat.
Luann de Lesseps at the ‘Daily Mail’ holiday party
Luann de Lesseps works the blue carpet at ‘Daily Mail’s holiday party held in New York City on Dec. 6, 2017. She wore a red sleeveless dress.
Luann de Lesseps at Jill Zarin’s 5th Annual Luncheon
Luann de Lesseps rocks a gorgeous floral print dress and aviator shades at Jill Zarin’s 5th Annual Luxury Luncheon in Southampton on July 29, 2017. She was all smiles during the event.
Luann de Lesseps at the Tribeca Ball
Luann de Lesseps stuns in a snakeskin dress at the annual Tribeca Ball presented by Van Cleef & Arpels in New York City on April 3, 2017. She posed with one hand on her hip.
Luann de Lesseps attends the ‘Oh, Hello on Broadway’ premiere
Luann de Lesseps is chic in an all white ensemble as she attends the ‘Oh, Hello on Broadway’ opening night in New York on Oct. 10, 2016. She smiled while posing for cameras.
Luann de Lesseps at the ‘Difficult People’ TV series premiere
Luann de Lesseps rocks a skintight, eggplant purple dress at the ‘Difficult People’ TV series premiere in New York on July 11, 2016. She looked at the camera and smiled.
Luann de Lesseps at the NBCUniversal 2016 Upfront Presentation
Luann de Lesseps at the NBCUniversal 2016 Upfront Presentation in New York in May 2016. She wore a white suit to the event.