Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 13, 2025 · Entertainment

Shanna Moakler: From Pageant Queen to Reality TV Star — See Her Transformation!

Shanna Moakler was a beauty queen as a teenager; now she is an pinup influencer

The Scandalous Life of Shanna Moakler: From Beauty Queen to Reality TV Star

Get ready for a juicy dose of gossip and intrigue as we delve into the fascinating world of Shanna Moakler, the blonde bombshell who has been making waves in the entertainment industry for decades. This former beauty queen turned reality TV star has had her fair share of drama, romance, and controversy, and it's time to spill all the tea.

Shanna Moakler was just 19 years old when she won the title of Miss Rhode Island, but it was just the beginning of her rise to fame. She went on to become Miss USA 1995, beating out thousands of other contestants for the coveted crown. But little did anyone know that Shanna's beauty and charm would soon land her a spot in the pages of Playboy magazine.

Moakler was a Playboy model who was one of Hugh Hefner's favorite nude models

As one of Hugh Hefner's favorite nude models, Shanna made waves with her sultry photoshoots and daring poses. She was the epitome of a 90s pin-up girl, and her fans couldn't get enough of her. But Shanna wasn't content to just bask in the spotlight; she had bigger aspirations.

She parlayed her fame into an acting career, landing roles on popular TV shows like Lois & Clark, Pacific Blue, Joey, CSI, Entourage, and The Goldbergs. She also made appearances in several films, including The Wedding Singer, Telling You, Love Stinks, Pauly Shore Is Dead, and Big Momma's House 2.

But it wasn't all glamour and excitement for Shanna; she had her share of heartbreaks and scandals too. In the late 90s, she welcomed a daughter named Atiana with boxer Oscar De La Hoya, but their relationship was short-lived. She later married Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, with whom she had two children: Landon and Alabama.

The beauty wed Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker and they welcomed two children: Landon and Alabama. The family starred in their very own reality TV show, Meet The Barkers, in 2005; seen together in 2009 in LA

Their tumultuous marriage made headlines for years, but in the end, they called it quits. Shanna went on to date several other men, including ex-racing driver Aaron Paul, before finally settling down with her current beau.

But Shanna's life has been a whirlwind of drama and romance, and it's hard to keep track of who she's dating and where she is in the world. In recent years, she's made headlines for her stunning weight loss transformation after using prescription medication Mounjaro to shed pounds. The results are jaw-dropping – Shanna has lost an impressive amount of weight, flaunting her newfound physique on social media.

Now, fast-forward to 2022 when Shanna tied the knot with Kourtney Kardashian's ex-beau Travis Barker. Yes, you read that right! It turns out that Travis had a secret relationship with Shanna after his split from Kourtney, and they're now parents to adorable baby Rocky Thirteen.

Seen as Miss Rhode Island

But don't get too excited about seeing more of Shanna on our screens; the couple is determined to keep their son's life private. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Travis revealed that they've been doing everything in their power to shield Rocky from the spotlight. "Unfortunately, someone finally got a photo of him," he said, "but we'd rather keep him out of the spotlight."

It seems like Shanna is taking a cue from her new husband and keeping a low profile too. But before she disappeared into thin air, she left fans gagging over a sizzling new photo shoot with Skims x DG. The reality TV star stunned in a skintight black dress and thigh-high stockings, sending fans into a frenzy.

But what's really going on behind the scenes? Insiders claim that Shanna is struggling to balance her newfound fame with her desire for a private life. "She wants to be a mom and enjoy this time with Rocky, but she also feels like she needs to keep working," says an insider.

Back in 2020, Moakler opened up about embarking on a weight-loss journey after gaining 40 pounds

Whatever the truth may be, one thing's for sure: Shanna Moakler's life is never dull. With her stunning looks, fierce personality, and endless drama, she's the ultimate celebrity soap opera star. Stay tuned for more updates on this sizzling superstar!

Sources:

  • The Scholarly Note (scholarlynote.com)
  • Skims x DG
  • The Wall Street Journal

Seen last week on social media in a plunging blue dress with gold chains