From Kim Kardashian and Travis Kelce to Barack Obama and Leonardo DiCaprio, many notable figures visit Mario Carbone’s eateries. However, in 2018, one guest particularly stood out.

It’s challenging to envision a more interconnected duo than Mario Carbone and Cait Bailey. Carbone is renowned for establishments that attract patrons such as Barack Obama and Leonardo DiCaprio.
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Time and again. Meanwhile, Bailey has earned recognition as “an unparalleled social connector,” even stepping in to assist high-profile individuals such as Google co-founder Sergey Brin when they struggle to gain entry to private events.

Despite countless columns having been filled with content about the renowned New York chef, his famous clientele, and his $300 steaks, far less attention has been paid to Bailey, who tends to avoid the limelight.

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What do we know about her? How exactly did she gain such influence? Here’s the details.

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What is the background story of Caitlin Bailey?

Based on her profile in The New York Times, Bailey, who is 35 years old, spent her childhood in Baltimore, Maryland, attending a private Catholic institution prior to moving further south for college in Georgia. Following graduation, she apparently intended to come back home, wed a lacrosse player, and bring up kids at the very same educational facility where she studied herself. Clearly, this wasn’t the path of life she ended up taking.

Her mother somewhat dictated her career path.

What brought about this change? As reported by The New York Times, her mother, Patti Caudill, played a crucial role in steering her towards a new direction. Inspired by a charity auction, Caudill entered and emerged victorious, securing an internship at the prominent New York-based PR company PMK-BNC.

Bailey successfully finished her internship and subsequently secured a permanent position. From that point onward, she has steadily advanced her career, serving multiple large enterprises as well as emerging public relations firms, according to The New York Times.

What is Caitlin Bailey’s role or occupation?

In recent times, Bailey has been employed byAlign Public Relations and is most recognized for her role as the publicist behind several high-profile figures.
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She initially convinced Charli and Dixie D’Amelio to collaborate with the agency and now also represents social media personality Alix Earle.
Podcast host Alex Cooper, known as “Call Her Daddy,”
, and ex-member of One Direction Zayn Malik.

She has been likened to Margot Robbie.

It’s easy to do a second look when viewing images of the publicist at events or alongside Carbone, as they appear quite striking.
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Starring Margot Robbie, Bailey is noted for being exceptionally attractive. However, she prefers staying out of the spotlight and ensures her clients receive more attention, according to reports.

Her Instagram profile serves as an example. At the time of writing, she boasts over 75,000 followers on the platform yet has posted not a single photograph. Even Carbone has jestingly referenced her wish to maintain oversight of her digital persona. Under an Instagram birthday message in 2022, he commented, “Happy birthday to my girl,” followed by, “Disclaimer: This picture wasn’t okayed by Cait, so let’s all send positive vibes for me.”

What was the way Cait Bailey met Mario Carbone?

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Actress Shay Mitchell deserves credit for their serendipitous meeting. Back in 2018, Mitchell was out with Bailey when they needed a dinner spot at the last minute. They reached out to friend Mario for reservations at Carbone in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village but found none available. The chef then extended an invitation for them to join him at his own table, where Bailey quickly won over everyone present.

As reported by Page Six, the pair got engaged last summer along the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Rumors began circulating when Bailey was spotted.
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Wearing a striking “large gemstone,” Carbone mentioned his admiration for her ambition and dedication, qualities he shares. He stated that having a companion who is equally enthusiastic about their pursuits is wonderful. This sentiment was shared with The New York Times. Additionally, both of them share a deep affection for their cherished pet, Rocco.

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