Miss World 1994

 Miss World 1994

The Miss World 1994 pageant, the 44th edition of this prestigious event, took place on November 19, 1994, continuing its tradition in the picturesque locale of Sun City, South Africa for the third consecutive year. With 87 contestants hailing from diverse corners of the globe, the competition was fierce as each contestant vied for the coveted title.

The crowning moment saw Lisa Hanna of Jamaica passing on the illustrious crown to her worthy successor, Aishwarya Rai of India, amidst an atmosphere charged with excitement and anticipation. Aishwarya Rai's ascension to the throne marked a significant milestone in the history of the pageant, showcasing her grace, poise, and undeniable charm.

In December 2014, Aishwarya Rai's enduring legacy was further celebrated as she was honored with the prestigious Lifetime Beauty with a Purpose Award by the esteemed Miss World Organization. This accolade served as a testament to her unwavering commitment to humanitarian causes since her crowning moment, underscoring her role as a beacon of hope and compassion on the global stage

Results of Miss World 1994:

Miss World 1994: India – Aishwarya Rai

1st Runner-up: South Africa – Basetsana Julia Makgalemele

2nd Runner-up: Venezuela – Irene Esther Ferreira Izquierdo

Top 5 Finalists for Miss World 1994:

1. Croatia – Branka Bebić
2. Zimbabwe – Angeline Musasiwa

Top 10 Semifinalists for Miss World 1994:

6. Belgium – Ilse De Meulemeester
7. Greece – Evangelia (Evi) Adam
8. Malaysia – Rahima Orchient Yayah
9. Philippines – Caroline (Cara) Villarosa Subijano
10. United Kingdom – Sarah Melanie Abdoun

Continental Queens of Beauty for Miss World 1994:

Africa: South Africa – Basetsana Julia Makgalemele

Americas: Venezuela – Irene Esther Ferreira Izquierdo

Asia & Oceania: India – Aishwarya Rai

Caribbean: Cayman Islands – Anita Lilly Bush

Europe: Croatia – Branka Bebić

the contestants of Miss World 1994 along with their respective countries/territories, age, and hometown:

1. United States Virgin Islands: Jessalyn Pearsall, 17, St. Thomas
2. Argentina: Miriam Elizabeth Nahón, 22, Buenos Aires
3. Australia: Skye-Jilly Edwards, 23, Hobart
4. Austria: Bianca Engel, 20, Graz
5. The Bahamas: Deanna Tamara North, 23, Nassau
6. Bangladesh: Anika Taher, 22, Dhaka
7. Belgium: Ilse De Meulemeester, 23, Brussels
8. Bolivia: Mariel Gabriela Arce Taborga, 22, Cochabamba
9. Botswana: Hazel Kutlo Mmopi, 19, Gaborone
10. Brazil: Valquíria Melnik Blicharski, 20, Curitiba
11. British Virgin Islands: Khara Michelle Forbes, 19, Tortola
12. Bulgaria: Stella Ognianova, 17, Sofia
13. Canada: Shawna Roberts, 18, Calgary
14. Cayman Islands: Anita Lilly Bush, 22, Grand Cayman
15. Chile: Yulissa Macarena del Pino Pinochet, 20, Santiago
16. China: Pan Tao, 22, Shenzhen
17. Colombia: María Eugenia González Ponce de León, 20, Bogotá
18. Costa Rica: Silvia Ester Muñoz Mata, 19, San Marcos
19. Croatia: Branka Bebić, 19, Split
20. Curaçao: Marisa Corine Bos, 18, Willemstad
21. Cyprus: Johanna Uwrin, 17, Limassol
22. Czech Republic: Lenka Beličková, 21, Karlovy Vary
23. Denmark: Sara Maria Wolf, 19, Copenhagen
24. Dominican Republic: Claudia Karina Franjul González, 24, Santo Domingo
25. Ecuador: Diana Margarita Noboa Gordon, 24, Guayaquil
26. Estonia: Auli Andersalu, 18, Tallinn
27. Finland: Mia Marianne Forsell, 20, Askola
28. France: Radiah Latidine, 19, Cayenne
29. Germany: Marte Helberg, 18, Hamburg
30. Ghana: Matilda Aku Alomatu, 24, Accra

The esteemed panel of judges for Miss World 1994 included:

1. Eric Morley † – Chairman and CEO of Miss World Organization
2. Eileen Ford † – Founder, Ford Models agency
3. Ron Moss – Actor, known for his role in The Bold and the Beautiful
4. Katherine Kelly Lang – Actress, renowned for her role in The Bold and the Beautiful
5. Patrick Lichfield † – Renowned photographer
6. Marsha Rae Ratcliff – Entertainer and Variety Clubs Ambassador
7. Charles Dance – Accomplished actor in international stage, film, and television
8. Iman – International supermodel
9. Herb Ritts † – Celebrated photographer
10. Zindzi Mandela-Hlongwane † – Daughter of Nelson Mandela
11. Tony Leung Ka-fai – Acclaimed actor, known for L'amant

Replacement: Russia was represented by Yulia Alekseeva, the first runner-up in Miss Europe 1993, following the Miss World Organization's decision not to accept her as a contestant.

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