Leeann Tweeden
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Leeann Tweeden (born June 13 1973) is a model and television personality.
Leeann Velez Tweeden was born in Manassas, Virginia. She was accepted into Harvard University but chose to pursue a modeling career instead. While working as a Hooters waitress in Colorado Springs, Colorado, she won first place in the Venus International Model Search in 1992. This break led to national exposure. Tweeden modeled for promotional work for Hooters and Venus International along with Frederick's of Hollywood and Playboy.
In 1995, Tweeden appeared on the television series Edenquest. In 1996, she became a regular on the ESPN2 series Fitness Beach. She has appeared on several other series including Blue Torch, High Octane, Star Search, Toughman and Wild On. Since 2001, Tweeden has been a correspondent on the television series The Best Damn Sports Show Period.