Armi Kuusela (1952)
Armi Kuusela, the original queen, captured the first Miss Universe title in 1952, proving that elegance is timeless. As the decades pass, she remains a beacon of grace.
Armi still looks stunning, even in her later years!
After the pageant, she embarked on a journey of philanthropy, inspiring generations with her charitable work and becoming a role model for all future beauty queens with a heart.
Christiane Martel (1953)
Christiane Martel, the fabulous Miss Universe of 1953, dazzled the world with her grace and beauty. After her reign, she strutted her stuff on the big screen, starring in films like Yankee Pasha and Viva el Amor.
As if that weren’t enough glamour to last a lifetime, she later became a judge on Miss Universe 1978, gracing the pageant world with her presence. Fast forward a bit, and there she was, making television appearances, including a delightful interview on Sale el Sol in 2017. It’s clear she’s not just a beauty queen, but also a timeless charmer!
