At the age of 70, Anne Flanagan has embarked on an unexpected modeling career, proving that age is merely a number and it’s never too late to start something new. Originally from Ireland, Anne was discovered by chance by Christopher Ward, the creator of the Instagram page Model Strangers. Her journey into the world of fashion and modeling has not only boosted her confidence but also served as an inspiration for older women.

Before her chance encounter with Christopher in Belfast, Anne had never thought about modeling. She describes herself as a serious individual who was content assisting tourists with directions. However, when Christopher approached her with a camera intending to take her photo for his Instagram page, she agreed. The post featuring Anne quickly gained traction and went viral.

The response from the public was overwhelmingly positive. People lauded the empowering nature of the photos and began recognizing Anne on the streets. “I was stopped in a coffee shop, and this lady said, ‘Are you Anne?’ They love seeing an older person being given a platform,” she recounts.

Following her sudden popularity, Anne was signed by a modeling agency and contracted by a local boutique to model their clothes. Despite initially feeling unprepared and nervous, she found the experience enjoyable. SWNS reported that she was “quickly snapped up by a clothing brand and a shopping center fashion show”. She will also be modeling at the Victoria Square ‘Park and Stride’ fashion show this autumn.

Reflecting on her unexpected venture into modeling, Anne admits that it has greatly boosted her self-esteem. “If I’m able to represent older women, I’m thrilled with that,” she says. Her daughters, who encouraged her to do something more fun after retiring from various roles such as a counselor, social security officer, and corporate services director, are undoubtedly proud of her.

Anne’s favorite aspect of her new career is that it serves as a reminder that life doesn’t end at 70. She takes pride in representing older individuals and is delighted by their reactions. “It’s not over as soon as you hit 70,” she asserts.

Her story is an empowering testament to the fact that it’s never too late to embark on a new journey, regardless of age. Anne appreciates the positive publicity she has received, saying, “I just think it’s great that an older woman is getting so much good publicity.”

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Source: Good News Network