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Susan Dunn Whittier Bottomly (born October 1, 1948), also known as International Velvet, is a former American model and actress. She is best known for her association with Pop artist Andy Warhol and the Factory scene of the 1960s. After beginning her career as a fashion model and appearing on the cover of Mademoiselle in 1965, Bottomly moved to New York the following year and became one of Warhol's "superstars," adopting the name International Velvet. She appeared in several of Warhol's underground films, including Chelsea Girls (1966), Paraphernalia (1966), Since (1966), Superboy (1966), and **** (Four Stars) (1967). During the 1970s, she continued working as a model, appearing frequently in European editions of Vogue Paris, Vogue Italia, and Elle. In the 1980s, she operated the Uno modeling agency in Salt Lake City.

Quick facts about Susan Bottomly

  • Full name: Susan Bottomly
  • Born: 1948-10-01
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Fashion figure
  • Wikidata ID: Q2368831

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Who is Susan Bottomly?

Susan Dunn Whittier Bottomly (born October 1, 1948), also known as International Velvet, is a former American model and actress.

What nationality is Susan Bottomly?

Susan Bottomly is United States.

When was Susan Bottomly born?

Susan Bottomly was born on 1948-10-01.

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