Linda Lusardi: 'Deeply embarrassed' by Page 3 past

Iconic model Linda Lusardi recently shared her complex feelings about her early career in glamour modeling. She admitted to being deeply embarrassed by her work on The Sun's Page 3, which she began at age 18 in 1976 and continued until 1988. Lusardi also undertook nude shoots for men's magazines during this period.

Despite the embarrassment, Lusardi also feels a sense of pride, particularly after being voted Page 3 girl of all time a decade after her appearances concluded. She acknowledged having body image issues at the time, admitting she wasn't satisfied with her physique then, yet now wishes she could replicate her past appearance. Lusardi noted that societal values have changed significantly since the 1970s and 1980s.

Beyond her modeling past, Lusardi has cultivated a successful career as an actress and TV presenter, with roles in popular UK soaps like 'Brookside,' 'The Bill,' and 'Emmerdale.' She also discussed her views on aging and the importance of choosing the right life partner, reflecting on her current happy marriage to actor Sam Kane.