Actor Sushmita Sen was crowned Miss Universe 30 years ago, on May 21, 1994. After dominating the 43rd edition of the prestigious beauty pageant, Sushmita became the first Indian woman to win the Miss Universe title. The beauty-queen-turned-actor competed against contestants from 77 countries around the world.
Sushmita Sen became the 43rd Miss Universe at the Plenary Hall of the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay, Philippines. She was crowned by Dayanara Torres of Puerto Rico. On Tuesday, Sushmita Sen shared a post as she celebrated 30 years of winning the Miss Universe title.
Taking to Instagram, Sushmita posted an old picture and penned a long note. Sharing the picture, Sushmita Sen captioned the post, “This little girl, who I met in an orphanage, taught an 18 yr old me, life’s most innocent yet profound lessons, ones that I live by to this day. This captured moment is 30 yrs old today as is India’s first-ever Victory at Miss Universe!!!” Sushmita Sen also wrote, " What a journey it’s been & continues to be.
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Thank you India for always being my greatest identity & strength!! Thank you Philippines for the unending love & belonging...
Three decades & counting!! #mahalkita. I remember & celebrate your grace my beautiful @carogomezfilm #teamo." "To all my loved fans, friends, family & well wishers around the world.
..know that, each one of you has made a difference to my life & inspired me in ways you may never know!! I feel the love!!! Thank you!!! WHA.
