Beth Stern

Beth Ostrosky Stern is an actress, model, author, and animal rights activist. Stern began her career as a model, appearing on the covers of numerous magazines, including the coveted FHM and Rolling Stone, the latter alongside her foster kittens. She then entered the world of acting with roles in films like "Flirting with Disaster" and "Whipped," along with TV shows such as "Filter," "Casino Cinema," and her reality television show "Spoiled Rotten Pets."

Stern's dedication to animal welfare extends beyond her public persona. She has dedicated foster rooms in her homes for cats and kittens in need of permanent homes and is known for her love of cats. She frequently posts pictures of them on her Instagram account, which boasts over half a million followers. Through her social media, she has facilitated approximately 1,000 adoptions. Alongside her hands-on rescue work, Stern hosts the annual "Kitten Bowl" and also has a show called "Beth's Furry Friends."

Her passion for animals also translates to her writing. Stern authored the book, "Oh My Dog: How to Choose, Train, Groom, Nurture, Feed, and Care for Your New Best Friend", which reached #5 on The New York Times Best Seller list. Additionally, she wrote the children's book "Yoda: The Story of a Cat and his Kittens." Through these books, she aims to educate readers on the importance of kindness to animals and the benefits of adopting pets from shelters.

Beyond her work with animals, Stern is married to radio personality Howard Stern. Together, they have supported numerous charitable causes and raised millions of dollars for animal welfare organizations. Stern is a leading figure in the rescue community and a spokesperson for North Shore Animal League America, the world's largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization.