Lauren Hutton

Mary Lauren Hutton (born November 17, 1943) is an American model, actress, and businesswoman who became one of the first and most influential supermodels of the modern era. Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Hutton moved to New York to pursue a modeling career in the 1960s, becoming one of the most sought-after models in the fashion industry. Her distinctive gap between her front teeth, which was considered unconventional at the time, became her signature and helped redefine beauty standards in modeling. She appeared on the cover of Vogue more times than any other model during her peak, achieving unprecedented visibility and influence. Hutton's success in modeling led to acting opportunities, and she appeared in films including Viva Maria! (1965), The Gambler (1974), and American Gigolo (1980). She became a television personality, hosting her own talk show and appearing in numerous TV productions. Beyond entertainment, Hutton was a savvy businesswoman, launching her own cosmetics line and becoming an entrepreneur. She has remained active in fashion and entertainment throughout her life, earning recognition as a pioneer who helped democratize and diversify beauty standards in the modeling industry. Hutton's career demonstrated that models could successfully transition to multiple entertainment fields and build lasting influence beyond the runway.