Awat Dhahir
Rosa Saito’s look and story might change your mind about aging gracefully. Despite being 70, she exudes confidence and challenges stereotypes about older individuals in the beauty industry.
As they age, it is common to see supermodels step away from the limelight.
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As newer models take center stage, older models tend to fade into the background. This creates an age barrier where those with more wrinkles are less likely to be hired, despite being valuable role models to aspiring models.
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Unlike many, the legendary Rosa Saito continues to shine as she ages. The talented artist started her modeling career at the age of 68.
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Standing 168cm tall, the model takes great care of her skin and figure. Although new to the industry, her adventurous spirit and dedication to learning have served her well.
Rosa Saito had the opportunity to walk at São Paulo Fashion Week.
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She has made an appearance at Brasil Eco Fashion Week.
Her heart has always been drawn to the imaginative world of colors and everything art-related.
She was born in Araçatuba, São Paulo, and since childhood has harbored a passion for singing and writing.
“I always knew I was going to pursue something creative, something I could invent. Everything I do I take to that side,” she shared.
Throughout her life, Rosa Saito has faced numerous challenges.
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At just 22 years old, she took on the role of caretaker for her bedridden mother. Then, at around 48, she became a single mother of three after the loss of her husband.
Caring for plants became a source of stress relief for her, as she took up gardening.
Speaking about the plants, she said “It is important to seek and find yourself. And my moment of peace is with them. I go to my garden and talk to them.”
Initially, Rosa Saito was hesitant to pursue modeling.
Although approached multiple times by professionals and a photographer, she was cautious and proceeded with care.
She shared: “Twice it was by professionals from the Mega modeling agency and once by a photographer. I let the idea mature for a year, after all, it had costs too, it wasn’t something I was going to get into just like that, blindly. Until I decided to take the risk.”
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