Milla Jovovich (/ˈjoʊvəvɪtʃ/ YOH-və-vich born Milica Jovovich) (born December 17, 1975) is an American model, actress, musician, and fashion designer. She has appeared in numerous science fiction and action-themed films, earning her the sobriquet “reigning queen of kick-butt” from the music channel VH1 in 2006.