Here’s Who Won The Miss Universe Contest In The Year Of Your Birth (3 of 5)

11. 1977 – Miss Trinidad and Tobago

Janelle Commissiong from the Trinidad and Tobago won the crown to become the first ever black winner of Miss Universe. She utilized this achievement of hers to work for not only peace but also for black rights. At the age of 13, Janelle had moved to America and lived in NYC. She was also felicitated with the honor of what is called the Trinity Cross.

12. 1981 – Miss Venezuela

Irene Sáez was the winner for 1981 and the contest was held in NYC that year after nine whole years. She finished her education by graduating in political science and worked as the cultural representative for Venezuela in the United Nations. She also appeared for the presidential elections.

13. 1982 – Miss Canada

Kate Dianne Baldwin was the winner of the Miss Universe title in 1982 and belonged to Canada. She was a brunette with green eyes. She went on to host the pageant and also appeared in films. After a while, she became a realtor just like her dad.

14. 1984 – Miss Sweden

This year the winner was a nurse who also played soccer. Yvonne Ryding was the third woman from Swedish origin to have won the title. She became a part of the world of fashion but couldn’t endure being away from her country for too long. She went on to start her own line of skin products. She took part in a dance show and became a guest for the pageant.

15. 1987 – Miss Chile

Cecilia Bolocco became Miss Universe and did not resort to acting. Instead, she went on to become a journalist for news channels like CNN and other local news channels. However, she did act for a little while in the TV industry and won 2 Emmy awards. She later got married.