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Carol Ann Alt (born December 1, 1961) is an American model and actress.[3][4]

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Early life

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Alt was born in Flushing, Queens, New York, the daughter of Muriel, an airline employee and model, and Anthony Alt, a battalion chief from the 18th Battalion (South Bronx) of the New York City Fire Department.[5] She was noticed waiting tables in East Williston, Long Island, and decided at age 18 to try modeling as a summer job to save money for college.[citation needed] She is the third of four children. She has an older brother, Anthony Jr. (1955–2005), an older sister, Karen and a younger sister, Christine.[6] Alt's maternal grandparents were German immigrants, while her paternal grandmother was Irish.

Career

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Alt's first big break in modeling was in 1979, when she was featured on the cover of Harper's Bazaar magazine. However, she garnered publicity in 1982 when she featured on the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover. During the 1980s, she appeared on over 500 magazine covers, becoming one of the most famous models of her era, attaining supermodel status. Alt graced the covers of Vogue, Vogue Paris, Vogue Italia, Vogue UK, Mademoiselle, Elle and Cosmopolitan. She was referred to as The Face by Life Magazine. During the height of her popularity, she was the face of ad campaigns for Diet Pepsi, General Motors, Cover Girl Cosmetics, Noxzema, Hanes, Givenchy, Versace, Armani and numerous others. She was the first model to produce her own posters and calendars.[7]

Since 1986, she has appeared in various films, many of which were Italian productions. She played the character of Kelly LaRue in the TV series "Thunder in Paradise" in 1994. She played Agent Monica McBride in the 1997 action film The Protector, opposite Matt McColm, and Karen Oldham in the television adaptation of Peter Benchley's Amazon (1999). She also had a few minor television roles, including one episode of Wings and a voice role in an episode of King of the Hill. In 2004, she starred in Snakehead Terror, a Canadian film. She starred in the Italian TV series Caterina e le sue figlie 2 and the TV movie Piper; both were aired on Canale5 in 2007. In 2009, she was one of the contestants of the Italian version of Dancing with the Stars (Rai Uno). Piper — The series, a spinoff of the successful TV movie of the same title, was broadcast on Canale5 that same year.

She took on several model/spokesman projects, including becoming a Le Mirador skin-care line consultant and appearing on late-night TV infomercials. Alt has written two books, promoting her raw food diet plans. She was the cover girl for travelgirl magazine (in 2004 and 2008). She appeared on the cover and in a nude pictorial in Playboy's December 2008 issue.[8] She placed #5 on askmen.com's Top 10 Models of All Time list.[9]

In 2006, Alt was honored as Grand Marshal at the German-American Steuben Parade in New York City, the largest celebration of German–American Friendship in the United States. Thousands of fans greeted her on Fifth Avenue. She was a contestant on NBC's 2008 The Celebrity Apprentice, with Donald Trump, competing for her charity, the Tony Alt Memorial Foundation (named for Alt's father), which raises funds for scholarships for young adults to continue their studies. She ended up in third place before being fired, but was brought back for the final task of the show and was chosen by finalist Piers Morgan to help him become the Celebrity Apprentice. Alt raised a total of $40,000 for her charity.[10] In 2008, she founded Raw Essentials, a skin-care and beauty products line with her partners (Philip Masiello and Steven Krane).[11]

In 2001, Alt appeared on the U.S. version of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, playing for charity.

Carol Alt (front center) as a Grand Marshal at the New York City Steuben Day Parade (2006)

In September 2013, Alt joined the Fox News team with her half-hour Saturday afternoon TV show, A Healthy You & Carol Alt, covering her experience and knowledge about wellness and longevity. Each installment ends with a segment called Ask Carol, in which she answers questions she receives on Facebook and Twitter.[12][13] In October 2013, Alt was inducted into the Ride of Fame. A double-decker New York City tour bus was dedicated to her and her career.[14]

In 2015, Alt co-starred in the Lifetime shoplifting comedy Stealing Chanel with Lydia Hearst, Anna Maria Cianciulli, and John Rothman.[15][16]

Personal life

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Alt married former New York Rangers defenseman Ron Greschner at St. Aidan's Roman Catholic Church in Williston Park, Long Island, New York, in 1983. They divorced in 1996.[citation needed] Alt was previously in a long-term relationship with former New York Islanders forward Alexei Yashin until 2019.[17]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role(s) Notes
1987 Monte Napoleone Margherita
My First Forty Years Marina Caracciolo
1988 Bye Bye Baby Sandra
Treno di panna Marsha Mellows
1989 Mortacci Alma Rossetti
La più bella del reame Marina Ripa
1991 Millions Betta
Speaking of the Devil Veronica Flame
1992 Un orso chiamato Arturo Alice Goldsmith / Shirley Humphrey
Beyond Justice Christine Sanders
1993 Anni 90: Parte II Barbara
1994 Thunder in Paradise Kelly LaRew Direct-to-video release
Ring of Steel Tanya
1995 Deadly Past Saundra
1997 Private Parts Gloria
Crackerjack 2 Dana Townsend
The Protector Agent Monica McBride
1999 Stormtrooper Grace
Apocalypse II: Revelation Cindy Bolton
2001 My Best Friend's Wife Judy
2002 Hitters Marie
2003 The Look Edy LaFontaine
2005 The Sign of the Cross Linda
2006 A Merry Little Christmas Irene Manning
2007 Homo Erectus Queen Fallopia
2008 The Man Who Came Back Angelique Paxton
2012 To Rome with Love Carol
2015 Stealing Channel Evi
2020 Un figlio di nome Erasmus Alexandra
2023 My Last Best Friend Sarah Rennard
Improvvisamente a Natale mi sposo Serena

Television

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Year Title Role(s) Notes
1982 Capitol Carol Gershner 2 episodes
1987 Houston Knights Carol H. Episode: "Mirrors"
Telegatto 1987 Herself / Co-host Annual ceremony
1988 Il vizio di vivere Rosa Television film
1989 Il principe del deserto Catherine Sanders Main role
1990 B.L. Stryker Tiger Episode: "Plates"
Vendetta: Secrets of a Mafia Bride Nancy Pertinace Lead role
1993 Missione d'amore Stella 3 episodes
Due vite, un destino Lidia Dominici Television film
Vendetta II: The New Mafia Nancy Pertinace Lead role
Miss USA 1993 Herself / Judge Annual beauty contest
1994 Thunder in Paradise Kelly LaRue Main role
1995 Baywatch Nights Cassidy Episode: "Pursuit"
1996 Wings Tracy Hayes Episode: "The Lyin' King"
1998 Catch Me If You Can Trish Gannon Television film
King of the Hill Marci (voice) Episode: "Peggy's Pegeant Fever"
1999 Diagnosis: Murder Tanya Simone Episodes: "Trash TV: Part 1 & 2"
1999–2000 Amazon Karen Oldham Main role
2003 Who Wants to Be a Millionaire Herself / Contestant 3 episodes
2004 Snakehead Terror Lori Dale Television film
2005 Swarmed Cristina Brown Television film
2007 Caterina e le sue figlie Ines Tramonti 6 episodes
2008 The Celebrity Apprentice Herself / Contestant Season 1
2009 Piper Eleonora D'Aragona Main role
Ballando con le Stelle Herself / Contestant Season 5
2010 Celebrity Ghost Stories Herself Season 2, episode 7
2013 Miss Universe 2013 Herself / Judge Annual beauty contest
2013–2015 A Healthy You & Carol Alt Herself / Host Talk show
2020 The Real Housewives of New York City Herself Episode: "Sheer Madness"
2025 Paper Empire † Upcoming series

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Carol Ann Alt (born December 1, 1960) is an American supermodel, , , and entrepreneur best known for her pioneering career in fashion during the 1980s, where she appeared on over 700 magazine covers worldwide, including early features for and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in 1982. Born in , New York, to Anthony Alt, a , and Muriel Alt, an airline employee and part-time model, she grew up on [Long Island](/page/Long Island) and began modeling at age 18 after being scouted while waitressing during her time at . Alt's modeling success included high-profile contracts, such as with cosmetics, and she earned up to $5,000 per day at the peak of her fame, establishing her as one of the era's most recognized faces in the industry. Transitioning to acting in the early , she debuted in the film Portfolio (1983) and went on to appear in over 45 movies and television projects, including the syndicated series (1994) as Kelly LaRoux and roles in films like Private Parts (1997). In addition to her entertainment career, Alt has become a prominent for the raw food lifestyle, authoring best-selling such as Eating in the Raw (2004), The Raw 50 (2007), and Easy Sexy Raw (2012), which detail her personal health journey following a cancer diagnosis and promote raw nutrition for wellness. She hosted the health show A Healthy You & Carol Alt from 2013 to 2015 and has served as an entrepreneur and spokesperson for brands aligned with her values on health and sustainability. As of 2025, she continues to for health through platforms like and participates in fashion events.

Personal background

Early life

Carol Ann Alt was born on December 1, 1960, in , , as the third of four children in her family. Her father, Anthony Alt, served as a in the and later as a colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve, commanding the Reserve Center near ; he passed away on Christmas morning in 1983. Her mother, Muriel Alt, worked as an airline employee while pursuing part-time modeling, which provided young Carol with early glimpses into the fashion world during family discussions and occasional observations of her mother's work. Alt spent her childhood in East Williston on , New York, in a close-knit household shaped by her father's demanding firefighting career and military commitments, as well as her mother's supportive yet multifaceted role. This environment fostered a sense of discipline and ambition, with Alt recalling simple suburban routines interspersed with her mother's stories of modeling that sparked her initial curiosity about the industry, though she initially envisioned a more traditional path like . In her freshman year of college, Alt enrolled at on an ROTC , aiming to study and follow in her father's military footsteps, while working part-time as a waitress to make ends meet. At age 18, however, a photographer spotted her while she was waiting tables in East Williston, prompting her to consider modeling as a temporary summer job in 1978 to save for tuition. This opportunity led her to drop out of university and pursue professional shoots after being introduced to by the photographer, marking her entry into the field.

Family and relationships

Carol Alt is the third of four children born to her parents, Anthony and Muriel Alt. She has two older siblings—an brother named Anthony Jr. (1955–2005) and a sister named Karen—and a younger sister named Christine. Her family maintains close ties, with Alt describing frequent daily conversations with her sisters, particularly during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. Alt's father, a fire chief and Army Reserves colonel, died on Christmas morning in 1983 at age 53, just weeks after her wedding and when she was 22 years old. His death stemmed from complications of injuries sustained six years earlier, when he inhaled toxic chemicals during a warehouse fire, leading to long-term health issues including possible . The loss profoundly affected Alt emotionally, occurring as she launched her modeling career, and she has reflected on it as a pivotal moment that heightened her awareness of life's fragility amid early professional demands. Her older brother Anthony Jr. also passed away prematurely at age 50 from a heart attack in 2005, contributing to a family pattern of early male deaths that Alt has noted shaped her perspective on cherishing relationships. In 1983, Alt married , a hockey player, on November 21—the ceremony took place shortly before her father's death later that year. The couple separated in 1997 under amicable terms and finalized their divorce in 2001 after 18 years of , with no children from the union. Alt has spoken of the providing stability during her rising career but later expressed regret, stating, "I never would have gotten married," as she believes it alters dynamics and can ruin partnerships. Following her divorce, Alt entered a long-term relationship with former NHL player , whom she met in 1999 at the NHL Awards. Their committed partnership lasted over 20 years, ending in the mid-2020s, though they remain in regular contact as friends. Yashin, a Russian Orthodox Christian, introduced Alt to aspects of his cultural and religious background, which she has described positively. Alt has emphasized her aversion to , reiterating that "marriage ruins everything," and values the freedom of non-marital bonds in her post-divorce life. She has also voiced a commitment to family privacy, noting her efforts to nurture close ties while keeping personal matters discreet, influenced by past losses that taught her to prioritize meaningful connections over publicity.

Professional career

Modeling career

Carol Alt entered the modeling industry at age 18 after being scouted while working as a waitress in New York. Her breakthrough came in 1982 when she appeared on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, photographed by John G. Zimmerman in , which propelled her to international prominence and marked a pivotal moment in her career. During the 1980s, Alt became one of the era's defining supermodels, gracing over 500 magazine covers worldwide, including editions of Vogue, Elle, Cosmopolitan, and international variants such as Vogue Paris and Vogue Italia. She was dubbed "The Face" by Life magazine for her striking features and commanding presence, solidifying her status as a top model of the decade. Alt's print work extended to high-profile endorsements and campaigns for luxury and beauty brands, including , where she served as a key spokesperson in the early ; Hanes, featuring her in underwear advertisements; , for which she was the face for 25 years starting in the ; and Sasson . Amid the 1980s supermodel boom, she worked extensively in both the and , participating in runway shows for designers like Valentino and catalog modeling that showcased her versatility in fashion editorials. In recent years, Alt has continued modeling into her 60s, serving as a spokesperson for emerging brands aligned with her values and walking the at events like the H Collection show in 2024.

Acting career

Carol Alt transitioned to acting in the mid-1980s following her successful modeling career, making her film debut in the drama Portfolio (1983), directed by Robert Guralnick, followed by roles in Italian cinema such as Via Montenapoleone (1987), where she played the role of Margherita. This marked the beginning of her focus on European cinema, where she appeared in over 45 films, including early roles in My First Forty Years (1987) opposite Nino Manfredi and I Prefer the Sound of the Sea (1988). Her modeling background often led to typecasting as glamorous figures, with agents and directors in the U.S. expressing reluctance to cast her in serious roles, viewing her primarily as a "pretty face" rather than a versatile performer. Despite these challenges, she gained traction in Italy, becoming a recognized star there by the early 1990s while struggling for similar recognition in Hollywood. In the 1990s, Alt expanded into American television and film, starring as Kelly LaRoux in the syndicated action series (1994) alongside and , which ran for one season and spawned direct-to-video sequels. She also took on supporting roles in films such as (1992), a family adventure comedy, and made guest appearances on shows including Wings and . Her participation in came with the seventh season of (2008), where she competed for the Tony Alt Memorial Foundation, her brother's namesake charity; she was eliminated in the eighth week after raising $40,000. Alt continued acting into the 2010s and beyond, appearing in the independent film Stealing (2015), a comedy about theft and rehabilitation, and the Italian comedy Un figlio di nome Erasmus (2020), playing Alexandra. She made a guest appearance on of in the episode "Sheer Madness" (2020). In 2025, Alt appeared as Mikela Van Nighe in the action-drama series Paper Empire, a cryptocurrency-themed production whose pilot premiered at MIP in February 2025. Critical reception of her work has been mixed, with praise for her charisma in European projects but critiques noting limitations from her modeling origins, though she has earned accolades including three European Emmys and a Lifetime Achievement Award for Women in Film (2020).

Business and media ventures

In 2008, Carol Alt founded Raw Essentials, a skincare and beauty products line developed with partners Philip Masiello and Mindy Jostyn, emphasizing organic, raw ingredients such as , , and to promote natural skin health in alignment with her raw food lifestyle. The brand launched on platforms like and was later available at retailers including , where Alt promoted it through in-store appearances; she sold the line in 2013 to focus on other pursuits. Alt expanded into media hosting with A Healthy You & Carol Alt, a half-hour Fox News Channel program that premiered on September 7, 2013, and ran for three years, featuring her wellness tips alongside celebrity guests discussing , , and topics. The show drew from Alt's personal expertise in raw eating and fitness, positioning her as a wellness authority on cable news. Post-2010, Alt engaged in on and , including a keynote at The Truth About Cancer conference, where she shared insights on and anti-aging through methods. She served as a spokesperson for Le Mirador skincare on , promoting anti-aging products that complemented her advocacy for chemical-free routines. In the beauty sector, Alt endorsed organic foundations and overnight wrinkle treatments, appearing on platforms like NBC's Today to demonstrate their efficacy in maintaining youthful skin. Alt participated in charitable fundraising through NBC's in 2008, competing to support the Tony Alt Memorial Foundation—named for her late brother—and ultimately raising $40,000 for the cause via tasks like auctions and events. She continued such efforts with appearances at charity galas and donations, including her salary from a project to the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center, highlighting her commitment to health-related causes. As of 2024–2025, Alt has featured in lifestyle media discussing her multifaceted career, including an in-depth interview with PhotoBook Magazine on her modeling legacy, authorship, and wellness evolution. She appeared in ELYSIAN Magazine, sharing how her raw diet and mindset sustain her modeling at age 64, and emphasized embracing past, present, and future for purposeful living. In fashion, Alt served as an ambassador and judge for events like the Muza 2025 Finale in alongside designer , and attended shows such as Zang Toi and the Blue Jacket Fashion Show, promoting emerging designers. Additionally, she hosted Carol Alt’s Living Room on and Fight Network Live, interviewing fashion industry figures on their experiences.

Health advocacy and writings

Diet philosophy

Carol Alt adopted a mostly raw food diet in the mid-1990s after experiencing persistent challenges, including an undiagnosed cancer, chronic headaches, sinus infections, acid reflux, severe , , and brittle and that left her feeling constantly tired and unwell. She has credited this shift with alleviating her symptoms, putting her cancer into remission, boosting her energy levels, and enabling her to maintain a modeling career spanning over four decades, defying typical industry expectations for age. At the heart of Alt's diet philosophy is a focus on consuming 75 to 95 percent uncooked, unprocessed foods—primarily fruits, , nuts, seeds, and raw animal proteins such as fish tartare, meat , and cured items like —to retain natural enzymes and nutrients that support , combat aging, and sustain vitality. She emphasizes avoiding dairy products and limiting cooked or processed items, arguing that heat destroys essential elements in food, leading to digestive strain and reduced benefits. This approach, she maintains, promotes natural healing and prevents the chronic issues she once faced by allowing the body to efficiently process and absorb nutrients. Alt began promoting her raw food lifestyle publicly through interviews in the late 1990s, evolving into a vocal who links her radiant skin, clear eyes, and overall glow at age 63 or 64—as featured in 2024 media profiles—to the regimen's anti-aging effects. Early on, she encountered challenges, including skepticism from the fashion world accustomed to restrictive dieting and difficulties adapting to social meals where raw options were scarce, but she found the transition straightforward once her body adjusted, eliminating hunger and fatigue. Alt integrates this philosophy with a complementary fitness practice, incorporating , , and brisk daily walks to enhance flexibility, strength, and the diet's energizing impacts on her wellness.

Published books

Carol Alt has authored several books promoting raw food diets and healthy living, drawing from her personal experiences with and wellness. These works provide practical guidance on raw eating, including recipes, nutritional benefits, and lifestyle adaptations for everyday routines. Her debut book, Eating in the Raw: A Beginner's Guide to Getting Slimmer, Feeling Healthier, and Looking Younger the Raw-Food Way (2004), introduces the principles of raw food consumption through personal anecdotes, explanations of health benefits like improved energy and , and over 40 recipes for meals and snacks to ease the transition for beginners. With a by and recipe contributions from David Roth, it emphasizes nutritional science supporting raw diets while offering flexible approaches for busy individuals. The book became a , receiving praise in health communities for its accessible style and endorsement, which helped popularize raw eating among a broader . In 2007, Alt released The Raw 50: 10 Amazing Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners, Snacks, and Drinks for Your Raw Food Lifestyle, a recipe-focused follow-up featuring 50 simple, varied raw dishes categorized by meal type, along with tips on preparation tools and substitutions to suit different tastes and schedules. Co-written with David Roth, it builds on raw diet fundamentals with an emphasis on convenience, making it suitable for those seeking quick, nutrient-dense options without complex cooking. The book was well-received for expanding raw food accessibility, contributing to Alt's reputation as a practical guide in the wellness space. Alt's third raw food book, Easy Sexy Raw: 130 Raw Food Recipes, Tools, and Tips to Make You Feel Gorgeous and Satisfied (2012), offers an expanded collection of 130 recipes alongside guides, essentials, and motivational insights on how raw eating enhances vitality and appearance. It incorporates personal stories and nutritional rationale for raw benefits, such as better and sustained , while providing adaptations for social dining and travel. Reviewers highlighted its user-friendly format and diverse recipes, noting its role in demystifying raw diets for non-experts. Her most recent book, A Healthy You: Boost Your Energy, Live Cleaner, and Look and Feel Younger Every Day (2015), draws from her experiences hosting the show A Healthy You & Carol Alt, blending raw food principles with broader wellness advice, including detox methods, exercise tips, and recipes for . It focuses on sustainable habits for long-term health, supported by scientific context on nutrition's impact on aging and immunity. The book earned positive feedback for its holistic approach and practical tools, reinforcing Alt's influence in health advocacy through relatable, evidence-based content. Alt has also contributed forewords and articles to wellness publications, such as features in magazine, where she discusses raw diet transformations, but her primary literary output remains these four health-focused titles as of 2025.

Filmography

Films

Carol Alt debuted in film in the early 1980s with Portfolio (1983), a about the modeling world, before transitioning to Italian productions in the late 1980s. Her first major feature film was Via Montenapoleone (1987), directed by Carlo Vanzina, where she played Margherita in this 93-minute Italian comedy exploring the glamorous yet chaotic world of Milan's fashion district; notable co-stars included and . In 1988, she appeared as Sandra in Bye Bye Baby, a 91-minute directed by Enrico Oldoini, in which two couples experiment with partner-swapping amid humorous misunderstandings; co-stars were and . Alt starred as Marsha Mellows in Treno di panna (1988), directed by Andrea Mazzarisi, a 90-minute Italian comedy involving eccentric train passengers and romantic entanglements. She took on the role of Marina Ripa di Meana in La più bella del reame (1989), a 93-minute comedy directed by Cesare Ferrario, depicting the life of a beauty queen navigating fame and scandal; co-stars included and Mirella Banti. In Mortacci (1989), directed by Sergio Citti, Alt portrayed Alma Rossetti in this 86-minute surreal comedy-drama about souls lingering in before the , with notable co-star . A pivotal dramatic role came in (1991), where she played Christine Sanders, a mother seeking her kidnapped son in a 93-minute action thriller directed by Duccio Tessari; key co-stars were and . Alt featured as Rhonda in the 92-minute action-comedy (1992), directed by Duncan McLachlan, a spy following a young agent's misadventures; co-stars included , , and . She appeared in Thunder Alley (1994), directed by J.S. Cardone, playing Frankie in this 92-minute racing comedy about stock car drivers and family rivalries, with co-stars Gilbert Gottfried and Ryan O'Neal. Mid-career highlights include Skyscraper (1996), where Alt played Lelanda in a 95-minute action thriller directed by Kimble Rendall, centered on a terrorist plot atop a futuristic tower; co-stars were Peter Weller and Charles Fleischer. In Private Parts (1997), directed by Betty Thomas, she portrayed Gloria in this 105-minute biographical comedy based on Howard Stern's life, earning a 75% Tomatometer score for its satirical take on radio broadcasting. Alt's later films encompass thrillers and international comedies, such as Stealing Chanel (2015), directed by Michael DeLano, in which she played Evi in this 94-minute crime drama about art theft and deception; co-stars included Vivica A. Fox. She starred as Alexandra in Un figlio di nome Erasmus (2020), a 105-minute Italian comedy directed by Giovanni Storti, following a group of friends on a chaotic road trip; co-stars were Paolo Kessisoglu and Giacomo Maurizio. More recently, Alt appeared as Sarah Rennard in My Last Best Friend (2023), a drama directed by Jacob G. Pontius, exploring themes of friendship and redemption in this 90-minute feature. She also starred as Serena in Improvvisamente a Natale mi sposo (2023), directed by Francesco Patierno, an Italian Christmas comedy involving family secrets and wedding chaos; co-stars included and .

Television

Carol Alt made her television debut with guest appearances in the mid-1980s, including an episode of in 1985 and an episode of in 1987. She gained prominence in television with her lead role as Kelly LaRew, a former Navy SEAL turned , in the action-adventure series (1994–1995), appearing in all 22 episodes on the syndicated network. In 1999, Alt starred as Karen Oldham in the syndicated adventure drama Amazon, portraying a survivor of a plane crash navigating dangers in the across 22 episodes. Alt competed as a contestant on season 1 of the reality competition (2008) on , appearing in 6 episodes while raising funds for the TB Alliance charity. From 2009 to 2010, she took on a recurring role as Eleonora Cafiero in the Italian comedy series Piper - La serie on , appearing in 5 episodes. Alt hosted the health and wellness talk show A Healthy You & Carol Alt (2013–2015) on Fox News Channel, producing over 50 episodes focused on diet, fitness, and lifestyle topics. In more recent years, Alt made a guest appearance as herself in the episode "Sheer Madness" of (2020) on Bravo. In 2025, she appeared as Mikela Van Nighe in the TV series Paper Empire, a crypto-currency action-drama, in 3 episodes.

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