"I don't need a new dress or a new anything. All I ever wanted was a good meal, a great book, and a great man."

Carmen Dell'Orefice (1931)
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About Carmen Dell'Orefice

Carmen Dell'Orefice is an American model and actress who is often referred to as the world's oldest working model. Born in New York City in 1931, Dell'Orefice began her modeling career at the age of 15 and has since graced the covers of numerous fashion magazines and walked the runways for top designers. In addition to her modeling career, she has also appeared in films and TV shows.

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