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Gloria Diaz Miss Universe 1969
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Gloria Diaz Miss Universe 1969

Gloria Aspillera Diaz is the first Filipino Miss Universe. Quite renowned as a Filipino actress and TV host, Díaz was only 18 when she became Miss Universe 1969 after besting other candidates. The queen was incredibly regal and modest in her final question and answer round. When asked, ''In the next day or so, a man will land on the moon. If a man from the moon landed in your hometown, what would you do to entertain him?" the majestic beauty answered with utmost humility: “Oh! Uh, just the same things I do. I think if he has been on the moon for so long, I think when he comes over he wants to change, I guess" The queen received massive applause for her poise and is remembered for her eloquence even today.