Lilli Carati (1956–2014), born Ileana Caravati, was a prominent Italian actress and model who became a symbol of the commedia sexy all'italiana and exploitation cinema during the 1970s and 1980s.
Carati made her screen debut in the 1975 film What's Your Sign? ( Di che segno sei? ). She quickly became a staple of the "school film" sub-genre, starring as a seductive teacher or schoolgirl in productions like: ( La professoressa di scienze naturali , 1976) The Schoolmate ( La compagna di banco , 1977) lilli carati
Born in Varese, Lombardy, Carati first gained public attention through the beauty pageant circuit. In 1974, she was named "" and achieved first runner-up status at the Miss Italia contest. This success led to a career as a fashion model in Milan and eventually caught the eye of film producer Franco Cristaldi, who served on the Miss Italia jury. Film Career and Breakthrough Lilli Carati (1956–2014), born Ileana Caravati, was a