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Turbulent Facts about Gia Carangi, The World's First Supermodel

Gia Carangi took the modelling industry by storm with her fearless, androgynous look and risk-taking sensibilities. Although she is widely considered to be the first supermodel, her early exposure to substances derailed her career right...

June 10, 2021 Tara Collum


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