Hey Seoul Crushers! Have you heard about the 81-year-old Miss Universe Korea contestant making headlines?
Can you believe it? An 81-year-old Miss Universe Korea contestant just made history at the Miss Universe Korea pageant! That’s right, Choi Soon Hwa strutted her stuff on stage alongside contestants young enough to be her granddaughters. Talk about breaking barriers!
A Star is Born (at 81!)
Picture this: The lights dim, the music starts, and out walks Choi in a stunning white embellished gown, her short silver hair gleaming under the spotlights. But she didn’t just walk – she owned that stage! As part of the talent round, this 81-year-old Miss Universe Korea contestant even belted out a tune, proving that age is just a number when it comes to chasing your dreams.
Now, you might be thinking, “How did she fare against all those young whippersnappers?” Well, let me tell you, Choi held her own and then some! She snagged a spot among the 31 finalists, going toe-to-toe with women a quarter of her age. While she may not have taken home the crown, Choi didn’t leave empty-handed. She was awarded the “Best Dresser” title, which, let’s be honest, is pretty darn impressive for someone who started modeling in her 70s!
From Hospital Halls to Runway Calls
But here’s the kicker – this 81-year-old Miss Universe Korea contestant is not some lifelong pageant queen. In fact, she spent most of her life as a hospital care worker. It wasn’t until she hit her golden years that she decided to strut down a different path and give modeling a whirl. Talk about a career change!
When asked about her motivation, Choi didn’t mince words. She told AP News, “I want people to look at me and realize that you can live healthier and find joy in life when you find things you want to do and challenge yourself to achieve that dream”. Now that’s some sage advice we could all take to heart!
The Future is Bright (and Young)
While Choi may have stolen the show, the ultimate winner of the pageant was 22-year-old fashion student Han Ariel. She’ll be representing Korea at the 73rd Miss Universe Pageant in November. But let’s be real, this 81-year-old Miss Universe Korea contestant is the one who’s really put this year’s contest on the map!
Wrapping It Up
So there you have it, Seoul Crushers! Choi Soon Hwa may not have won the crown, but she’s definitely won our hearts. The journey of this 81-year-old Miss Universe Korea contestant from hospital halls to the glitzy world of pageants is a reminder that it’s never too late to chase your dreams. Who knows? Maybe we’ll see more octogenarians strutting their stuff on stage in the future. One thing’s for sure – age is just a number, and Choi Soon Hwa is living proof of that!
