A new start after 60: I was always quiet
Vivienne Truran was a civil servant and antiques dealer, who spent most of her life in the background. At 80, she realised how outgoing she was, and started a soaringly successful new career
TL;DR
- Vivienne Truran, at 80, has become an influencer, fulfilling a desire to be outgoing after a life spent in the background.
- Her career change was prompted by isolation after her husband's death and encouraged by her talent manager, James Rolling.
- Truran previously worked in the civil service for the Post Office and British Telecom, and later as an antiques dealer.
- She aims to reach 1 million followers and finds routine and identity through her online presence.
- Truran emphasizes living life to the fullest and listening to oneself, while enjoying subverting age-related stereotypes.