Tag: first Black winner
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The story of Abena Akuaba Appiah, the first Black person to win the Miss Grand International Beauty Pageant in 2020. Born in Ghana and raised in the USA, Akuaba’s inspirational journey from facing bullying to becoming a musical…
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The remarkable journey of Vanessa Williams, who made history as the first Black Miss America in 1983. From breaking the beauty pageant color barrier to facing discrimination and a nude photo scandal, Williams overcame adversity with resilience.
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The inspiring journey of 14-year-old Zaila Avant-garde, the first Black winner of the Scripps National Spelling Bee in 2021. From her basketball Guinness World records to triumphing against the odds, discover how she aims to inspire future generations…
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7-year-old Paris Epps made history as the first Black winner of the Tiny Miss Princess of America pageant. Learn about her prize-winning achievement.
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