Background
Zentner was born in Winters, California.
Zentner was born in Winters, California.
He was known for his appearances in ad campaigns for fashion brands such as Versace and Louis Vuitton, and also in Katy Perry"s music video for "Hot North Cold". He began professional modeling at the age of 19. According to an interview he"d given to the Punk Globe magazine, he was discovered while walking into a Red Robin restaurant when he was 19.
He worked with the likes of Versace, H&M and Macy"s as well as walked in shows for Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton and Gucci.
He was best known for his work with Versace, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, and for a cameo appearance in Katy Perry"s "Hot North Cold" music video. He also appeared in ad campaigns for Nike and K-Swiss in his later years.
On March 26, 2011, Zentner, reportedly en route to visit his mother in Sacramento, was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Buellton, California. He was 30.
"Eric Zentner" Internet Movie Database
"Eric Zentner" ModelMayhem
"Educational Research Information Clearinghouse ZENTNER" Punk Globe
Eric Zentner at Find a Grave.