Tia Blanco is way more than just the girlfriend of Brody Jenner; she’s also a professional surfer. According to Naluda Magazine, Blanco, who was born in Puerto Rico, first learned to surf at a young age. “My dad taught me when I was 3 years old,” Blanco told the publication in 2014.” When I started committing to the sport [my parents] supported and encouraged me to live out my dream.” Blanco’s dream has served her well, as she’s achieved much success during her career.
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In 2021, Blanco and Zeke Lau won ABC’s “The Ultimate Surfer,” which put professional surfers through a series of simulated surfing competitions. According to UPI, Blanco won $100,000 and a wild card spot to participate in the World Surfing League Championship. According to The Sun, Blanco currently ranks number 22 within the Women’s Championship tour and has an average heat score of 6.27. Previously, in 2017, Blanco appeared on MTV’s “The Challenge: Champs vs. Pros,” for which she competed to raise money for St. Jude’s Hospital, ultimately walking away with $1,000 for her charity, per FanSided.
