Marine Lorphelin

French model and Miss France 2013

Marine Lorphelin - French model and Miss France 2013
Born

March 16th, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

France

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Born in 1993, a French model and beauty queen achieved the title of Miss France in 2013. This accomplishment led to participation in the Miss World pageant the same year. The individual gained recognition for advocacy work in health and education. After reign, transitioned into modeling and established a career in this field.

Crowned Miss France 2013

Participated in Miss World 2013

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