Find Out Who Took the Miss Universe Crown the Year You Were Born

1968: Miss Brazil, Martha Vasconcellos

Brazil’s Martha Vasconcellos clinched the Miss Universe crown in 1968, becoming the nation’s second titleholder after Iêda Maria Vargas in 1963. The pageant, held in Miami Beach, saw her triumph over 64 contestants, marking a significant achievement for Brazil on the global stage.

Martha eventually returned to her home country, married her childhood sweetheart, and embraced family life. But her journey didn’t stop there—she later moved to Boston and shifted careers, earning a degree in psychology and becoming a mental health counselor. In 2020, Martha was honored with the title of “Miss Universe Ambassador” for her ongoing contributions to society.

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