Agbani Darego of Nigeria, Miss World 2001, is the first Black African woman to win in the pageant's history. After Darego's crowning, Nigerian leaders seek to host the 2002 event and boost tourism.

Check out the message Chopra shared about her Miss World win. Actress Priyanka Chopra and singer-songwriter Nick Jonas arrive for the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards on Jan. 26, 2020, in Los Angeles.

Priyanka Chopra cemented her place in pageant history when she became the Millennial Miss World in 2000. The model-turned-actor won the crown at the age of 18 before going on to embark on a successful ...

Over the years, several Indian beauty queens have transitioned from the pageant stage to the silver screen, leaving an indelible mark on Bollywood. These women, celebrated for their grace and talent, ...