Xenia Deli

Xenia Deli was born in Basarabeasca, Moldova. She studied literature, graduated from the first course of the Moldovan State University, and planned on becoming a teacher. She also attended modeling school. She went on a exchange program to the United States from Moldova and worked as an waitress. During her time as a waitress she met her first husband, American photographer Patrick Cox. It is unclear when and why the marriage ended. Later, she attended a program for modeling students, Deli competed in a 'Beach Bunny' contest and was one of three finalists. The brand invited her to represent them in their advertising campaign.
Soon after that, Deli met photographer Gavin O'Neill, who invited her to shoot. His submission of her photos to a modeling agency resulted in an interview and a contract. In 2010 she moved to South Carolina. Now she divides her time between New York City and Los Angeles.
On 4 June 2016 Deli married 62-year-old Egyptian (of Palestinian origin) millionaire Ossama Fathi Rabah Al-Sharif, on the island Santorini, in Greece.