5 Things You Didn't Know About Rachel Nichols

Before you watch her in "Conan the Barbarian," indulge in some fun facts about the model-turned-actress.

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In Conan the Barbarian, model-turned-actress Rachel Nichols stars opposite Jason Momoa's Conan as the graceful and intelligent Tamara. Her character is a student in monastery training to become the Queen's servant, but, the humble heroine becomes a full-blown sex symbol by the end of the film.

Once Rachel blows up, you'll want to know every detail about the girl we had previously only seen in supporting roles in GI Joe and Alias. Take what you already know about the beautiful (natural) blond and add these five supplemental facts. Get to know Rachel Nichols.

5. She appeared in Maxim's "Swimsuit Issue" in 2001 before landing her first notable role.

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4. She has her doctor to thank for her modeling career.

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3. She played the third wheel for a threesome on "Sex and the City" in 2002.

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2. She was supposed to replace Jennifer Garner on "Alias."

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1. She was the green girl in "Star Trek."

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