Isabelle Caro

Model, Actress, Anti-Anorexia Campaigner, Author

Born Sep 12, 1982

Marseille, France

Passed Away Nov 17, 2010 Paris, France

Lifespan 28 years old

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"I hid and covered myself for so long. Now I want to show myself fearlessly, so people can see the truth of this disease."

Archival Overview

French model and actress who bravely posed for Oliviero Toscani's shocking 'No Anorexia' global awareness campaign to expose the deadly realities of eating disorders in fashion.

Biographical Record

Isabelle Caro developed severe anorexia nervosa at age thirteen following a traumatic, isolated childhood. Despite weighing less than 30 kilograms, she trained in drama and acting in Paris, determined to become a performer.

In 2007, Caro collaborated with Italian photographer Oliviero Toscani for the controversial 'No Anorexia' billboard campaign during Milan Fashion Week. Her stark, emaciated portrait shocked the world, initiating unprecedented international legislative discussions regarding minimum body mass indices for fashion models.

Key Life Milestones

2007

The 'No Anorexia' Billboard Campaign

Appeared in the worldwide Oliviero Toscani awareness campaign, forcing the global fashion industry to confront eating disorders.

2008

Publication of The Little Girl Who Didn't Want to Get Fat

Published her raw autobiography in France, offering profound psychological insight into anorexia nervosa.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial

Montparnasse Cemetery
Paris, France

                         GPS: 48.8400, 2.3250                    

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