Sheynnis Palacios, the first Nicaraguan to win the pageant, became a symbol of resistance. The authoritarian leadership soon came after people close to the competition.
Tag: Beauty Contests
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How Miss USA Was Crowned in Chaos
Our new documentary explores the recent allegations that shook the legacy institution and questions whether the pageant has outlived its relevance.
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Marisol Malaret, First Puerto Rican Miss Universe, Dies at 73
Edging out Miss USA, Ms. Malaret — who was also the first winner from the Caribbean — brokered her fame to become a television host and magazine editor back home.
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Beauty Over Brains: Japan’s Skin-Deep University Pageants
The contests reflect a culture that often judges women by their appearance and slots them into rigid, gender-defined roles.