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

1983: Miss New Zealand, Lorraine Downes

In 2023, Lorraine Downes launched a well-being and coaching program that empowered women through self-care and mindfulness, marking a new chapter in her inspiring journey. In 1983, she became the first Miss New Zealand to win Miss Universe, putting her country in the global spotlight.

Lorraine didn’t just sit back after her year as a queen—she became a TV personality and radio host, appearing on shows like “Good Morning” and “Dancing with the Stars.” In 2006, she dazzled viewers by winning New Zealand’s version of “Dancing with the Stars.” Lorraine also enjoyed a successful modeling career, which comes as no surprise to us.

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