Born on June 15, 1981, in Toronto, Canada, Sunny Leone began her career as a model at a young age. She started modeling at 15 and quickly gained recognition, appearing on the cover of numerous Canadian fashion magazines. Her big break came when she was featured in the popular MTV reality show "The Girls Next Door" in 2003, which catapulted her to fame. Leone's subsequent move to India marked the beginning of her illustrious film career.