How far can one person go in the pursuit to help others? In our far-too-selfish world, few people have made as big of a difference as Samantha Sepulveda, the American-Dominican police officer who has recently become a worldwide sensation on the Internet. Living a double life, Samantha had a secret second job while working at the NYC police department, but she never made a secret out of her life's goal: to help those who need her the most.
The daughter of a humble factory worker who traveled to the U.S. to find a better life, Samantha has been eliminating stereotypes through every move. This gorgeous police officer's life story is an emotional tale of resilience, hard work, and genuine altruism. But it's filled with so many twists and turns it's hard to believe Samantha has been able to find the time to do this much good with her life. Are you ready to be inspired?
An Immigrant's Success Story
The story of Samantha Sepulveda starts way before she joined the police force in 2010. She was born in 1984 in the city of Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic. When she was five years old, she moved to the United States with her mother and older sister.
Defying stereotypes, Samantha is more than just a strong woman in a traditionally male job. She's also an American immigrant with a success story to tell. Ever since she was a young high-school student, Samantha proved she was a special, kind, and talented girl.
Lacrosse Superstar
A fine student, Samantha earned a sports scholarship in 2003—her senior high-school year. The University of Massachusetts was impressed with her talent to play lacrosse and offered her a chance to join the school's team. And the decision proved to be a wise one...
Samantha did more than well at the University of Massachusetts's lacrosse team. She excelled at the sport, becoming the seventh-highest goal scorer in the team's history. When she wasn't playing sports, she studied hard, dedicating to a Management degree at the Isenberg School of Management.
Her Noble Choice
A responsible and hardworking young woman, Samantha could've made a lot of money with her bachelor's degree in Management. But while most Management graduates try to find a job in the finance world, Samantha had different plans in mind. Her main focus was to help other people.
It's a refreshing story in our increasingly individualistic world: a woman who denied the chance of making big bucks to do whatever she felt was right. That's why she joined the force instead of landing herself a nice Wall Street job. Talking on the subject, Samantha says it might sound corny, but she simply asked herself which career would allow her to help people more. Was it money-driven Wall Street or civil service where you’re protecting people?
Wearing the Uniform
If your goal in life is to help other people, there's arguably no better career choice than becoming a police officer. We know that policing has been a controversial topic in recent years, particularly in the United States. But when it comes to being part of the community and being there for the people who need you the most, nothing beats being a cop.
A kind and altruistic woman, Samantha fitted right in with the rest of the force. She became a cop in 2010, but she's never revealed the name of the police division she's part of. Why? Well, you'll have to continue reading to find out!
Not Your Ordinary Cop
As if being a woman in a traditionally male profession wasn't hard enough, Samantha was also an utterly gorgeous cop. And while good looks never hurt, it can be tough to wear the uniform and still look like a bombshell.
Sadly, it's tough for some policewomen not to be objectified by the people they encounter every day. And Samantha caused a stirring impression more often than not... When she was chasing a dangerous criminal accused of domestic violence, the man ended up freezing the minute he saw her. “You’re the best-looking cop I’ve ever seen! Can I take you on a date?” was the only thing he was able to say.
A Peacemaking Machine
Being a stunning police officer has its downsides, but it can also be great for maintaining peace. Samantha's looks actually helped once or twice while she was in the force, and she was known for having a unique ability to convince dangerous men to put their own handcuffs on!
But more than a looker, Samantha was a peacemaking machine because she was so relatable while on the job. She had a unique way with people, and, of course, it helps a lot when you have a genuine concern for helping others and contributing to your community's well-being.
Lowered Aggression Levels
While on the job, Samantha has admitted that she tries to look "as masculine as possible." But she also says that a woman can be better at dealing with dangerous, aggressive men.
She makes a great case for more women in the police force by saying that, when a female cop is involved, the aggression levels tend to be lower, and complicated situations tend to get defused more rapidly. As you can see, Samantha fits right in with the force! Fortunately, she has not regretted her decision to snub a potential Wall Street job for the often ungrateful life of a public servant.
Dumb Jokes in The Big Apple
A New York City police officer, Samantha has been cheekily called one of "New York's finest" and is often the subject of some dumb jokes. As expected, NYC's outspoken and culturally diverse population reacts strongly and loudly to the bombshell cop, and jokes like "you can arrest me anytime" are a natural part of Samantha's day-to-day.
But when lined-up against the Big Apple's iconic background, Samantha's story gets even more inspiring. From a young Dominican girl to a promising University of Massachusetts student to a bonafide NYC cop, her tale is an inspiration for all American immigrants and women.
Is There Even More to Samantha?
She's an immigrant success story and an accomplished woman in the force. Samantha has achieved so much with her life; it's strange to think that we don't even know half of her story yet. After all, Samantha is way more than just a proud Dominican-American cop... She's also living a double-life away from the force.
Not long after becoming a cop, Samantha started working a second job to make some much-needed additional money. And as you can guess by now, she's been extremely successful at it! But what is Samantha's "other life" all about?
An Unexpected Request
Police officers are known for working odd second jobs in their free time to make some extra money. But in 2013, just three years after first becoming a cop, Samantha got an unexpected invitation from a friend to work the type of job you'd never expect to see a cop doing...
To be fair, Samantha is not your typical cop, and you can tell just by looking at her that she's more than qualified to do this particular type of job. But what is it? How did Samantha's double-life begin? Was it a finances job? Or was it something else?
Cashing-In on a Second Job
Before getting into what Samantha's second job was all about, we need to focus on why she agreed to do it. There's a good chance she was only trying to help a friend who made her a kind request. But it's also possible that Samantha needed some extra money.
According to a New York news website, Samantha made $143K from her police job in 2016. And while it may look like enough, it can be hard to survive in a super-expensive place like New York City with only that salary.
Dropping the Uniform
We don't want to keep you at the edge of your seat. We're pretty sure you're dying to know what sort of job offer was made to Samantha. But to find out, you just need to take a good look at her! When she's not on the job, doesn't she look like someone who could show off her appearance?
That's precisely what Samantha's friend saw in her. Working for a lingerie and swimsuit company, Samantha's friend asked her to participate in a fashion runway show. A bold request that Samantha decided to say yes to, not knowing at the time her life would change forever...
The Makeup Is On!
Nevermind Samantha's reasons. Whether it was for the money, to help her friend, or simply to try something new and exciting, New York City's most beautiful cop decided to become a part-time model.
Used to walking around town with an unrevealing uniform and her hair pulled back, the stunning Samantha finally got the chance to put some makeup on and wear the type of clothes that fitted her curves best. But her new job, thought Samantha, was probably too much for her friends, family, and co-workers. She decided to keep it a secret and start living a double life.
She Outdid Herself
It may not be a surprise, but Samantha excelled at this. Being extremely beautiful helps a lot, but her charisma and natural charm were what really got her on the map. We already knew she was a talented lacrosse player, a dedicated cop, and a bright student, but now we have to add "steamy lingerie model" to the list!
Accustomed to being good at everything she does, Samantha quickly made a name for herself, and some big opportunities started coming her way. But was she getting too successful for someone who was trying to keep her second job a secret?
A Breakthrough Video
Early on, Samantha's secret double-life was under threat. In 2013, not even one year after making her modeling premiere, she appeared in a video meant to secure funding for a new reality-TV show. The show never made it to the screen, but the video got shared all around.
Today, that same reality-TV show is still trying to make it to the small screen. It's called America's Next Great Trainer, and it put Samantha on the map of the gym/fitness community. Over the next two years, she started making a real name for herself at her second job, which was looking more and more like a serious career.
A Secret Fitness Model
Samantha caused such an impression on her reality-show video (as she usually does) that she started receiving other job offers from the fitness community. In 2014, she appeared in the magazine Muscle and Fitness, making it to a list of photos featuring the steamiest American women at the gym.
One year later, in 2015, her double-life secret was merely hanging by a thread. Fascinated by her story, the magazine Inside Fitness published her profile. That's when the name Samantha Sepulveda started to get recognized outside of her small NYC community.
A Cop First
We know what you're thinking. What's wrong with a police officer making some extra money with a couple of modeling gigs? We know it's okay for cops to have a second job, but we can relate to Samantha's decision to keep her after-hours activity away from her co-workers. Why?
You have to understand the position she was in. As we've told you, she was already objectified by some of the people she encountered in her day-to-day life, even though she did her best to blend in. Add a couple of steamy lingerie photos to the picture, and you have a recipe for some hurtful discrimination at the workplace.
At a Crossroads
By 2015, it was clear that Samantha was at a crossroads. To keep her double-life a secret from everybody, she needed to quit being a model and dedicate her time exclusively to the force. But was she prepared to give away her new career?
Samantha's main goal in life was always to help the ones who needed her the most. But she was making such an impact with her other attempts that it felt like giving it all away would be a rash decision. So, she continued to work multiple gigs, eventually landing some huge opportunities.
A Real Belle Of The Ball
It didn't take long for Samantha to burst into the scene. Her impressive looks, natural ability for the job, and inspiring background story eventually got the attention of the award-winning designer Azulant Akora.
Described as a futuristic and unique designer from Perth, Australia, Akora featured Samantha in her runway shows, introducing her to the haute couture world. At Akora's shows, the stunning police officer worked alongside Vogue Italian cover girl Ayor Makur and others. And this meant Samantha was able to become a showstopper at New York Fashion Week, a life-long dream for many all over the world.
International Superstar
What started as a fun second job was turning into an increasingly serious career. Samantha was so good at walking the runway; it didn't take her long to gain an international reputation. By 2017, there was a good chance more people knew her as Samantha, the model, than Samantha, the cop.
After working with Azulant Akura, Samantha landed many other major jobs and had the chance to travel worldwide. Besides making it to the New York Fashion Week, she was seen at catwalks in England, Spain, Nicaragua, and Australia. At the same time, her Instagram page was getting thousands of new followers.
From Discreet Cop to Instagram Bae
Call it a curse or a blessing, but beautiful people cannot go under the radar for a long time. And Samantha was not only an impressive model; she was also a cop, which made for a unique combination. Naturally, Samantha's unmistakable qualities started landing her many new Instagram followers.
By February 2017, she already counted 110K fans on the social media website. At this point, it was getting almost impossible to keep her "secret" away from her friends, family, and co-workers. It was then Samantha decided to embrace fame in an epic way.
Breaking the Internet
In 2017, Samantha had a lot more in common with Kim Kardashian than just her beautiful skin tone and luscious lips. She decided to fully embrace fame in a big way, and she was happy to realize that her co-workers supported her new career as an international Instagram superstar.
Loved by social media, Samantha was also becoming a favorite among the celebrity media. She gave interviews to the New York Post and FOX News, raising eyebrows because she was both a successful model and a hardworking and professional NYC cop.
The Cherry on Top
A woman at peace with her own decisions, Samantha was finally free to dedicate as much time and effort as she wanted to her second career. She was no longer worried about keeping it a secret, which meant some major opportunities were on the way.
With a well-established career, Samantha was given the opportunity of a lifetime when she was featured in the popular men's magazine Maxim. The pictures, albeit gorgeous, showed Samantha in some steamy poses and revealing clothes. But was this going to be a problem for the stunning New-Yorker?
"Under the Microscope"
It's never easy being a woman at the top of the world. Add the fact that you're also a police officer, and you have the perfect recipe for some undeserved judgment and prejudice. But while Samantha is aware that there are many critics out there, she doesn't regret her decision to become a model.
While she has admitted that she has always been "under the microscope," she seems to be at peace with her steamy, breathtaking pictures. Her philosophy is pretty simple: as she's confirmed in her NY Post interview, that people should close their eyes if they find the pictures offensive!
Celebrating Femininity
While women have been posing for daring photos for as long as cameras have existed, some people still find it immoral. There's some prejudice towards women who like to exhibit their bodies, especially if such women happen to work in the police force, just like Samantha.
But Samantha isn't worried about the haters. Even though she likes to keep some things secret, like her police department's name, she has accepted that her work as a model is just as noble and important as her cop job. She likes to think of her photos as a celebration of a women's body, and we couldn't agree more!
Woman of the Year
By the end of 2017, Samantha Sepulveda was a household name. Her second-job was turning more and more into a central occupation, and men's magazines were in love with the New York City police officer.
Modelsmania, a magazine focusing on entertainment, lifestyle, and pictures for men, even picked Samantha to appear on the cover of their "2017 Women of the Year" issue. There was no doubt about it: our humble NYC cop had become a bonafide celebrity, with hundreds of thousands of fans on social media and an increasingly impressive model catalog.
Was She a Different Woman?
Living a life of luxury, success, and stardom can affect one's personality heavily. But was Samantha a different woman now that she was an accomplished model? The answer is a resounding no! By the time she was at the peak of her fame, in 2017, Samantha had told NY Post that "it was business as usual" when she went into the office.
It helped a lot that her friends at the force weren't treating her any differently. In that same NY Post interview, Samantha explained that everybody at the job treated her "the same way" and that she respected them for that.
Once a Cop, Always a Cop
Just like J-Lo, Samantha continued to still be 'Sam from the block,' even though she was making a name for herself as a model and Instagram celebrity. And the most impressive thing is that she never got lazy on the job. She continued to be the same helpful, charming, and dedicated cop she always was.
On February 18, 2019, the stunner uploaded this picture to her Instagram page after spending the day improving her shooting skills. It shows that, while she was at the top of the world, Samantha never stopped dedicating 100% to the job.
Recognized at the Job
Unavoidably, Samantha's two lives do mix once in a while. She recalled a time when she was wearing her uniform at the hospital and got recognized by one of the patients. Referring to her as the "model police officer," the man got Samantha so embarrassed she simply blushed and walked the other way.
While Samantha excels, she admits to having some issues with fame, especially when she gets recognized while wearing her uniform. It's not easy living a secret double-life when you spend half of your time posing for steamy pictures and getting interviewed by the media.
Taking Care of Her Body
Samantha has been described as a fitness-aficionado. To be fair, she did start her career as a model by appearing in multiple fitness-related magazines and photoshoots. But as you can probably tell, the cop-turned-celebrity doesn't have that much time to workout at the gym.
That doesn't mean that she doesn't take care of her body. To maintain her curvy figure, Samantha likes to run every week. And while she looks gorgeous with some classy lingerie on, she's admittedly the type of woman who likes to "sleep in an oversize T-shirt and be comfortable." As she's said in her NY Post interview, "lingerie is for men"!
A Platform to Help People
Long before becoming an internationally published model, Samantha snubbed a Wall Street job to have the chance of helping the people in her community. But while being a cop is very different, Samantha uses her second job as an additional platform to help people.
She's still the same Sam, and she's first and foremost a woman who's dedicated to helping those in need. As if being a dedicated cop wasn't enough, Samantha's been enjoying her status as a public figure to do what she loves the most: making a difference in other people's lives.
Operation Chill
Samantha loves helping people. One of the first things she did with her newfound notoriety was to promote Operation Chill, a project of the Long Island police department that's all about rewarding the people who do good for their communities.
While cops are normally there at the worst of the times, Operation Chill is quite the opposite. Handing people "the kind of ticket you would be happy to get," the police officers involved in the operation were tasked with surprising kids with coupons for doing nice things, like picking up trash or being polite. And this was just one of Samantha's many social-based projects.
Inspiring High-School Students
A pillar of the community, Samantha has one of the most inspiring stories of the entire New York City police force. She went from immigrant to graduate student, from student to hardworking cop, and from a cop to a sensation as a model.
But while most would simply lay back and enjoy the fruits of their labor, Samantha likes to inspire young men and women in her community to go to college and try to be the best version of themselves. She has visited local high-schools to speak to the students and inspire them to get an education.
Putting Her MBA To Good Use
We've mentioned before that Samantha was never interested in working in the finance world, despite having an MBA on the subject. But she has recently found a way of putting her MBA to good use. In 2018, she started collaborating with a sustainable energy project in Thailand.
College lessons may not have been crucial for Samantha's main occupation as a model and cop, but they did come in handy in this new role. She's helping with the project's financial side, putting her MBA into practice in the ongoing battle against pollution and fossil fuels. But how does she find the time to do all of this?
A Perfect Working Schedule
In a 2017 interview with PIX11 Morning News, Samantha mentioned she's "the luckiest person" she knows and that she's fortunate enough to have a very versatile working schedule. That's how she's able to pull off so many different projects, all while being a busy NYC police officer.
In the interview, she also had some time to answer a few laid-back personal questions. When asked about the PIX11 Morning News anchor about what the perfect gift by a man would be, she answered "a house." She also said that the steamiest job a man could ever have was being a firefighter. An unexpected answer, considering Sam is always surrounded by cops!
Enjoying Life
Time is a precious commodity, and while Samantha's life is impossibly busy, she does have the chance to enjoy her free time in the best way she can. And what does she love to do? Traveling, of course! While many of her travels are work-related, her Instagram page is filled with pictures of iconic places worldwide.
In this gorgeous bikini photo, Samantha is posing at a beach in the stunning Italian town of Amalfi. But there's a little bit of everything on Sam's social media: from Latin American resort hotels to the icy streets of Iceland, the cop-turned-model had a chance to experience some of the world's most unique travel locations.
Busting Yet Another Myth
A female cop, Samantha is a natural myth-crusher. But did you know she's also paving new ground? A self-described petite Hispanic woman, Samantha turned herself into a successful model and Instagram superstar despite the fact that she's only five-foot-two.
In today's social media-dominated world, size isn't such a big deal in the industry. But let's not forget, Samantha has taken part in some legit haute couture runway shows and blended right in despite her petite stature. And the five-foot-two woman doesn't even need high heels to impress her many Instagram followers.
An Instagram Rising Star
After making it in many TV interviews and magazine publications, Samantha collected an impressive 411K followers on her Instagram page, which is updated weekly and counts with close to 900 posts. Her number of followers nearly doubled in the past two years, and it'll probably be over 411K by the time you're reading this!
This picture alone, taken during Samantha's birthday party, was liked over 7,400 times and commented by tens of followers. But despite all the fame and success, Samantha continues to support her community in humbling and inspiring ways.
Making Dreams Come True
In 2019, Samantha joined a New York City project called 'A Dream Prom Boutique,' whose goal is to help teens with financial difficulties to find the right dress to go to prom. Needless to say, these dresses are provided for free, hence ensuring young women are not denied the right to attend high-school prom just because they don't have enough money for a prom dress.
But since looking good isn't just a matter of money, Samantha's expertise was put to good use by the project. She assisted many teenagers in need by helping them pick the dresses that best fitted their style.
Everybody Has The Right to Prom
The 'A Dream Prom Boutique' project was a whopping success story. Samantha and a team of volunteers helped approximately 400 students to go to prom without worrying about having enough money for a beautiful dress.
And it wasn't just young women who got some fancy clothes. Boys also took part in the project, which turned the cafeteria of the Freeport High School into a temporary boutique. According to the L.I. Herald local newspaper, the 'A Dream Prom Boutique' project, was able to collect an impressive $280K worth of dance dresses.
Close To The Heart
By now, you've probably realized that Samantha has a deep passion for helping others, especially the people in her community. But her participation in the 'A Dream Prom Boutique' project was still special because she got a chance to go back to her old high-school and help young women fulfill their prom dreams.
Talking to the L.I. Herald newspaper, Samantha was unable to contain her excitement. She said it was amazing to be there and "give back to the community" where she grew up, mentioning that she used to sit down in the same cafeteria that was now being used to help these young women in need. It was a tender and emotional moment.
What About Her Private Life?
By the time Samantha first became an Internet sensation, in 2017, she told the NY Post she was single. Considering Samantha is a stunning, successful, and talented woman, we can only assume her bachelorette status was motivated by sheer choice.
But maybe she was just waiting for the perfect guy to come along. And recently, the bombshell cop-model had some exciting news to share with her social media fans. Sorry guys everywhere, but it seems like Samantha is taken, and her inspiring love story will take your breath away. It all started with an NYC date with a mysterious, hunky man.
She Knew He Was The One
Little is known about D. Hubbard, the man who conquered Samantha's heart from the very first moment. But the cop-turned-model can't praise her hunky boyfriend enough. The two have a shared Instagram page where they posted this picture of their first date in New York City.
The photo was captioned with a beautiful quote, written by Samantha, stating that everything was still during the first date, except for her heartbeat. But the love story was bound to take an exciting twist, and things have just gotten serious for the gorgeous couple.
Just Engaged!
On October 1, 2020, Samantha shared the good news with her Instagram followers. On a romantic trip to the Turks and Caicos, D. Hubbard got down on one knee and proposed to her. The picture was liked nearly 9,000 times and was the origin of a lot of emotional comments.
While most of Samantha's followers congratulated her on the good news, some of the male fans of the cop-model were devastated. One of Samantha's followers even tried to convince her to call the wedding off by commenting, "never say yes to the first offer!!!"
Complete Happiness
When you thought Samantha's life couldn't get any more inspiring, she surprises you yet again! Finding true love is not easy, but Samantha did it, and we're happy for her because she deserves it.
Her story is the inspiring tale of a Dominican immigrant in the United States who worked very hard from day one to make a name for herself. She denied a chance of making lots of money after completing her MBA because she wanted to help people. And after helping so many by becoming a police officer, she outdid herself by turning into a bonafide model and finding an even more effective way of benefiting others.
A Role Model
While growing up, Samantha saw her mother, a Dominican immigrant, struggle to pay for her education while working at a factory. But she took every opportunity she got in life with confidence and determination and turned herself into the woman she always wanted to be.
She's an inspiration to every young girl who has ever dreamed of making it in the U.S., and she did it all out of sheer dedication and hard work. Not to mention that she's been tackling prejudice from the beginning, contributing to women's empowerment by excelling in a traditionally male profession.
A Man's Job?
The success story of Samantha Sepulveda makes for a strong argument in favor of more women in the police force. Her attention to detail, relatability, and natural charm have helped her to contain many possibly violent incidents.
But in 2020, being a cop is still mostly a man's job. Even though the F.B.I. reports have shown that female police officers positively impact law enforcement departments' overall performance, a whopping 87.2% percent of cops in the U.S. are still male, with only 12.8% being women. It's an unbalanced statistic that calls for some urgent change.
Have We Seen The Best of Samantha Yet?
Samantha has achieved a lot throughout her 36 years of life. But she still has a bright future ahead. Recently engaged, she's preparing to experience the ever-exciting ins-and-outs of creating a home. And who knows, there may even be a baby on the way!
Most importantly, she will continue to be herself and assist the ones who need her the most. Whether she's going back to her former high-school to help girls enjoy prom or convincing criminals to handcuff themselves, it's women like Samantha who really make a difference in today's all-too-selfish world.