Ivonne Orsini

Puerto Rican model and television host

Ivonne Orsini - Puerto Rican model and television host
Born

April 6th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Puerto Rico

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Born in Puerto Rico, a prominent model and television host emerged from the island. In 2008, won the title of Miss World Puerto Rico, representing the country in the Miss World pageant. Career included hosting various television programs, where established a notable presence in the entertainment industry.

Won Miss World Puerto Rico 2008

Hosted several television programs

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