Mia Kang — Biography
Mia Kang embodies a multifaceted career, excelling as a professional model, a formidable mixed martial artist, and a former commodities trader. Her digital presence is substantial, boasting over 230,000 followers on her official Instagram account. She has secured representation from esteemed modeling agencies, including the notable MP Management and Wilhelmina Models, among others.
Born on December 30, 1988, in Hong Kong, Mia possesses a dual heritage, being of Korean and British descent. Her academic journey saw her attend Island School in Hong Kong before pursuing higher education at the University of Bristol, where she earned degrees in philosophy and economics. She further honed her academic pursuits by completing a master’s degree in finance and financial law at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London.
Mia's professional journey began at the young age of 13. Previously struggling with her weight before her teenage years, her dedication to dance lessons led to a gradual decrease in her weight. Guided by her dance teacher’s suggestion, she ventured into modeling, marking the inception of her career. Following a series of successful modeling assignments as a teenager, she went on to grace the pages of prominent magazines such as Elle and Harper’s Bazaar, specifically their Hong Kong editions.
As her public profile grew, Mia established her Instagram page, using it as a platform to document and share her professional undertakings. Through consistent photo sessions, she cultivated a significant following, which ultimately led to contracts with well-regarded modeling agencies. While her modeling career flourished, the intensity of the industry eventually led her to seek time away. However, 2017 proved to be a pivotal year as she achieved significant recognition with her inclusion in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
Following this spotlight, Mia traveled to Thailand for a respite from the demands of the modeling world. It was there she discovered a passion for Muay Thai, an exhilarating form of mixed martial arts, igniting her ambition to become a fighter. Her debut in the MMA arena was met with success, as she emerged victorious against Nong B. This triumph paved the way for her to sign with First Round Management and commence training under the guidance of Malki Kawa.
Her newfound dedication to combat sports provided an outlet for stress, allowing her to successfully navigate and continue pursuing both her modeling and mixed martial arts careers concurrently. In recent times, she has lent her image to campaigns for brands like Levi’s, Triumph, and Hut, and she remains actively engaged in seeking her next fighting opportunity. Her Instagram following continued its impressive growth, reaching the aforementioned mark of over 230,000. Mia is currently single, but in 2016, she was publicly known to be in a relationship with Will Estes.
Born on December 30, 1988, in Hong Kong, Mia possesses a dual heritage, being of Korean and British descent. Her academic journey saw her attend Island School in Hong Kong before pursuing higher education at the University of Bristol, where she earned degrees in philosophy and economics. She further honed her academic pursuits by completing a master’s degree in finance and financial law at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London.
Mia's professional journey began at the young age of 13. Previously struggling with her weight before her teenage years, her dedication to dance lessons led to a gradual decrease in her weight. Guided by her dance teacher’s suggestion, she ventured into modeling, marking the inception of her career. Following a series of successful modeling assignments as a teenager, she went on to grace the pages of prominent magazines such as Elle and Harper’s Bazaar, specifically their Hong Kong editions.
As her public profile grew, Mia established her Instagram page, using it as a platform to document and share her professional undertakings. Through consistent photo sessions, she cultivated a significant following, which ultimately led to contracts with well-regarded modeling agencies. While her modeling career flourished, the intensity of the industry eventually led her to seek time away. However, 2017 proved to be a pivotal year as she achieved significant recognition with her inclusion in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
Following this spotlight, Mia traveled to Thailand for a respite from the demands of the modeling world. It was there she discovered a passion for Muay Thai, an exhilarating form of mixed martial arts, igniting her ambition to become a fighter. Her debut in the MMA arena was met with success, as she emerged victorious against Nong B. This triumph paved the way for her to sign with First Round Management and commence training under the guidance of Malki Kawa.
Her newfound dedication to combat sports provided an outlet for stress, allowing her to successfully navigate and continue pursuing both her modeling and mixed martial arts careers concurrently. In recent times, she has lent her image to campaigns for brands like Levi’s, Triumph, and Hut, and she remains actively engaged in seeking her next fighting opportunity. Her Instagram following continued its impressive growth, reaching the aforementioned mark of over 230,000. Mia is currently single, but in 2016, she was publicly known to be in a relationship with Will Estes.
