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19 Stars Who Were Pageant Queens (and Kings!) Before Becoming Famous


Published on 2024-11-29 00:00:46 - Michael Jones, N@N
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  • Before becoming household names, Halle Berry, Gal Gadot and Eva Longoria graced the pageant stage for a chance at being crowned beauty queens. See which other stars have done the same.

The article from People magazine highlights various celebrities who have participated in beauty pageants before achieving fame in other areas. It discusses how these experiences helped them develop skills like public speaking, poise, and confidence. Notable figures include Halle Berry, who was Miss Ohio USA and Miss Teen All American; Vanessa Williams, the first African American Miss America; and Olivia Culpo, who won Miss Universe in 2012. Other celebrities mentioned are Michelle Pfeiffer, who competed in Miss Orange County; Sarah Palin, who was Miss Wasilla and runner-up for Miss Alaska; and Priyanka Chopra, who was Miss World 2000. The piece also touches on how pageant experiences influenced their careers, with some like Betty Cantrell, Miss America 2016, transitioning directly into entertainment or public life.

Read the Full People Article at [ https://people.com/celebrities-who-were-in-pageants-8752897 ]
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