It has been 27 years since Sushmita Sen won the Miss Universe beauty pageant on May 21, 1994, and made history as she is the first Indian to win the competition. In a post on Instagram, Sushmita commemorated the 27th anniversary of “India’s first ever victory at Miss Universe” and shared an emotional post.
“To my Motherland INDIA! Happpyyyyy 27th anniversary of India’s first ever victory at #MissUniverse in Manila #Philippines. That early morning on 21st May 1994, not only changed an 18-yr-old’s life forever…it made history,” Sushmita said in her post.
Miss Universe 1994 was held at the Plenary Hall of the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay, Philippines. 77 contestants participated. Outgoing titleholder Dayanara Torres of Puerto Rico crowned Sushmita. Carolina Gomez of Colombia was the first runner-up of the pageant in 1994.
“Have you ever stared at the impossible and thanked God for giving you the opportunity to make it possible? I have,” Sushmita added in her post that also includes a stunning throwback picture of the actress in a white gown.
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The 45-year-old actress also mentioned Carolina Gomez in her post as she said, “Thank you #MissColombia1994 Carolina @carogomezfilms for teaching me undying grace!! Thank you to all the kind and loving people, from around the globe that touched my life from a VERY young age and inspired the woman I am today!! Eternally grateful I remain! Thank you all for the precious messages and generous blessings…I celebrate with you…ALWAYS!! I LOVE YOU GUYS!”
