Lauren Hutton facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Lauren Hutton
Hutton in 2011
Born	Mary Laurence Hutton (1943-11-17) November 17, 1943 (age 81) Charleston, South Carolina, U.S.
Alma mater	Tulane University
Occupation	Model, actress
Years active	1963–present
Height	5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
Partner(s)	Robert Williamson (1964–1997)

Lauren Hutton (born Mary Laurence Hutton; November 17, 1943) is an American model and actress. She grew up in the southern United States before moving to New York City to start her modeling career. Even though some agents didn't like the natural gap in her teeth, Lauren Hutton became very successful.

In 1973, she signed a huge modeling contract with Revlon. At the time, it was the biggest deal ever in the modeling world! Over her career, Hutton has worked as both a model and an actress. She appeared in movies like Paper Lion (1968) and The Gambler (1974). She also starred in TV shows such as Paper Dolls, Falcon Crest, and Nip/Tuck.

Lauren Hutton has continued modeling even into her seventies. She has been in many ads for brands like H&M and Lord and Taylor. She has also walked the runway for famous designers like Tom Ford and Bottega Veneta.

Early Life and First Steps

Lauren Hutton was born Mary Laurence Hutton on November 17, 1943, in Charleston, South Carolina. Her father was away in England during World War II when she was born. After the war, her parents divorced in 1945.

Lauren moved with her mother to Miami and then to Tampa, Florida. She spent most of her childhood in Tampa. She never met her father, which she later said was very painful for her. He passed away when she was 12 years old.

After her mother remarried, Lauren used the last name "Hall." She finished high school in Tampa in 1961. She was also one of the first students to attend the University of South Florida. Later, she moved to New York City and worked as a waitress. She even appeared on a TV show called "To Tell The Truth" in 1963. She then moved to New Orleans and studied at Newcomb College, which was part of Tulane University, graduating in 1964.

Becoming a Star: Modeling and Acting

Starting Her Career and the Revlon Deal (1964–2007)

Hutton in a 1974 publicity photo for The Gambler

In the mid-1960s, Lauren Hutton returned to New York. She changed her name to "Lauren Hutton" and began her modeling journey. At first, agents told her to hide the gap in her teeth. She tried different ways to cover it, but she often lost the covers! Eventually, she decided to keep her unique smile. Many people now say this "imperfection" made her stand out and seem more real.

In 1973, Lauren Hutton made history by signing a huge contract with Revlon cosmetics. This deal was worth $250,000 a year for just 20 days of work! It was the biggest modeling contract ever at that time. This partnership lasted for 10 years. Later, she signed another contract with Revlon to promote their skincare products.

Her Revlon contract helped her become a famous "cover girl." She appeared on the front cover of Vogue magazine a record 26 times! She also appeared in commercials for Pepsi Light in 1982. In the 1990s, she modeled for Barneys New York and walked the runway for designer Calvin Klein. In 1997, she became a brand ambassador for the Australian store David Jones.

In 1999, Vogue magazine featured her on their Millennium cover as one of the "Modern Muses." After a motorcycle accident in 2000, she launched her own makeup line called "Lauren Hutton's Good Stuff." These products were made for older women and sold in the USA, Europe, and South America.

Runway Shows and Campaigns (2008–2021)

In 2008, Lauren Hutton worked with famous designers Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen for their clothing line, The Row. She also inspired a fashion collection for the brand Mango and appeared in ads for Lord & Taylor.

In 2009, she was part of a special discussion for the "Model as Muse" event at the Metropolitan Museum in New York. This event celebrated the importance of fashion models. Her photos were also shown in an exhibition at The Met.

In 2010, Lauren Hutton partnered with Henson Independent Properties to create her own line of products. These included eyewear, handbags, and home decor, aimed at women over 40. She was also a guest judge on the TV show Project Runway and appeared in ads for J.Crew.

In 2011, she walked the runway for Tom Ford's fashion show. She also became the face of the Alexis Bittar jewelry brand. Hutton appeared in ad campaigns for Club Monaco in 2011. In 2015, she was in a campaign for designer Alexander Wang. She was also featured in Tod's Timeless Icons and H&M's fall 2016 video campaign. In 2016, she walked the runway for Bottega Veneta at Milan Fashion Week.

Film and Television Roles

Hutton in 1997

Lauren Hutton started her acting career in the movie Paper Lion (1968). She later gained attention for her roles in films like The Gambler (1974), where she starred with James Caan.

She also appeared in the TV movie Someone's Watching Me! (1978). Other movies she starred in include Lassiter (1984) and Once Bitten (1985).

In 1984, Hutton joined the cast of the TV show Paper Dolls. In 1986, she co-starred in the TV miniseries Sins. She also appeared in the TV movie Timestalkers in 1987 and had a guest role in the TV show Falcon Crest.

From 1995 to 1996, Hutton played a wealthy socialite named Linda Fairchild in the CBS soap opera Central Park West. She also had her own late-night talk show called Lauren Hutton and... from 1996 to 1997.

In 2009, Hutton returned to feature films with The Joneses. In this movie, she played the head of a marketing company. She thought the script was amazing because it showed how capitalism could be very intense.

Personal Life and Adventures

Lauren Hutton was in a long relationship with her manager, Bob Williamson, for 27 years until he passed away in 1997. He helped her a lot and kept her focused. She later said he saved her life many times.

In 1991, Hutton met Luca Babini on a film set. He described her as "accessible and down to earth" with "very clear opinions."

In October 2000, Lauren Hutton was part of a motorcycle group ride that included actors Dennis Hopper and Laurence Fishburne. While riding near Hoover Dam, she had an accident. She suffered several injuries, including broken bones and a punctured lung. Luckily, she recovered.

Lauren Hutton loves adventure! She is a vice-president of the Guggenheim Museum Motorcycle Club. In 2003, she was also on the board of the National Museum of Women in Arts.

In 2013, Hutton shared that she was writing her life story, which might be called Smile. She also talked about how much she loves traveling and exploring the world. She said that visiting places like Africa and the Antarctic made her feel alive and full of beauty.

She has lived in New York City and, as of 2004, mainly lives in Taos, New Mexico, in a special steel home.

Scuba Diving

Lauren Hutton is also a passionate scuba diver. She started diving in the 1960s and has explored oceans all over the world. In 2007, she was honored and added to the Women Divers Hall of Fame. This was because she works to protect the ocean and supports scuba diving. She uses her fame to help save marine life, especially sharks, and supports the Shark Research Institute. She also encourages others to try scuba diving through interviews and appearances.

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