Who is Michaella McCollum?
Michaella McCollum is a former drug smuggler who was arrested in Peru in 2013 along with her friend Melissa Reid for attempting to smuggle 11 kg of cocaine. She is also an author, model, influencer, and media personality who has turned her life around after spending two years in a Peruvian prison. She has written a memoir about her experience titled High: Confessions of an Ibiza Drug Mule, which was adapted into a BBC documentary series. She was born on July 28, 1993, in Dungannon, Northern Ireland. She has a net worth of $2 million as of 2024.
Early Life and Education
Michaella McCollum grew up in Dungannon, Northern Ireland, where she attended a Catholic school. She was a bright and ambitious student who dreamed of becoming a journalist or a teacher. She also enjoyed dancing, singing, and traveling. She moved to Belfast at the age of 18, where she worked as a nightclub hostess and a model. She then moved to Ibiza, Spain, in 2013, where she worked as a dancer and a waitress.
Married/Dating?
Michaella McCollum is not married, but she is in a relationship with a mystery man who is the father of her twin sons. She gave birth to her sons, Raphael and Rio, in May 2018. She has not revealed the identity of her partner, but she has shared pictures of him on her Instagram account. She also has a daughter, Emilie, who was born in January 2021.
Career and Net Worth of Michaella McCollum
Michaella McCollum’s career took a dark turn in 2013, when she was arrested at Lima airport in Peru along with her friend Melissa Reid for trying to smuggle 11 kg of cocaine worth £1.5 million. They were dubbed the “Peru Two” by the media and faced up to 15 years in prison. They initially claimed that they were forced to carry the drugs by a gang of armed men, but later pleaded guilty and received a reduced sentence of six years and eight months. They were transferred to a notorious prison in Lima, where they endured harsh conditions and violence. They were released on parole in 2016 and returned to the UK.
Michaella McCollum decided to share her story with the world and wrote a memoir titled High: Confessions of an Ibiza Drug Mule, which was published in 2019. She received a £250,000 advance for the book deal, which became a bestseller. She also collaborated with the BBC to produce a documentary series based on her book, which aired in 2021. She received royalties and fees for the adaptation, which was watched by millions of viewers.
She has also pursued a career as a model and an influencer, posing for various magazines and brands. She has signed with a talent agency and has appeared on several TV shows and podcasts. She has also launched her own clothing line and has invested in several businesses. She has amassed a net worth of $2 million from her various endeavors. She earns an estimated annual income of $300,000 from her book sales, sponsorships, and investments.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Michaella McCollum is a woman of average height and weight. She stands at 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm) and weighs around 132 lbs (60 kg). She has blonde hair and blue eyes. Her body measurements are 34-26-35 inches (86-66-89 cm).