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'Most beautiful man' gives up fame, modeling career for God: 'I am here to discover'
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Edoardo Santini, 21, won the title of "most beautiful man" at the age of 17 when he entered fashion group ABE's 2019 pageant, but he has questioned his faith in the following years.
Santini said he would be "offering" his passions "to God" now that he has found his life’s purpose. He entered a seminary and has begun his studies as of this week. Selfie of former Italian model Edoardo Santini (@_edoardosantini_ Instagram) Edoardo Santini has decided to give up his profession as a model and pursue the life of a priest. (@_edoardosantini_ Instagram) Edoardo Santini wanted to be closer to God just a few years after winning the title of "Italy's hottest man/" (@_edoardosantini_ Instagram) Peter Aitken is a Fox News Digital reporter with a focus on national and global news.
Santini grew up near Florence and won fashion group ABE’s 2019 pageant, earning the title of "most beautiful man" at only 17 years old, according to Italian outlet Il Globo. He also won swimming competitions.