Miss Universe 1974
| Miss Universe 1974 | |
|---|---|
Amparo Muñoz | |
| Date | 21 July 1974[a] |
| Presenters | Bob Barker Helen O'Connell |
| Venue | Folk Arts Theater, Manila, Philippines |
| Broadcaster | CBS (international) KBS (DZKB-TV) (official broadcaster) |
| Entrants | 65 |
| Placements | 12 |
| Debuts |
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| Withdrawals |
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| Returns |
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| Winner | Amparo Muñoz Spain (Resigned) |
| Congeniality | Anna Bjorn (Iceland) |
| Best National Costume | Kim Jae-kyu (South Korea) |
| Photogenic | Johanna Raunio (Finland) |
Miss Universe 1974 was the 23rd Miss Universe pageant, held at the Folk Arts Theater in Pasay City, Philippines, on 21 July 1974.[a][1] It was the first Miss Universe pageant to ever be held in the Philippines, and in Asia.[2]
At the conclusion of the event, Margarita Moran of the Philippines crowned Amparo Muñoz of Spain as Miss Universe 1974. It is the first victory of Spain in the pageant's history. Six months later, Muñoz, after refusing a planned travel to Japan, decided to relinquish her title.[3] Helen Morgan of Wales, the first runner-up, was unable to assume the title and fulfill the duties of Miss Universe 1974, because she went on to win Miss World 1974,[4] although a controversy would force her to resign four days later.[5] The title was not offered to any of the runners-up and Muñoz was still recognized as the official titleholder.[6]
Contestants from sixty-five countries and territories participated in this year's pageant. The pageant was hosted by Bob Barker in his eighth consecutive year, while Helen O'Connell provided commentary and analysis throughout the event.[7]
Background
Location and date
On 3 August 1971, the Miss Universe Organization and the Government Economic Development Administrator of Puerto Rico signed a contract to bring Miss Universe and Miss USA to San Juan from 1972 to 1976.[8] However, the Puerto Rican government canceled the agreement in February 1973 because, according to Puerto Rican government officials, the agreement was allegedly illegal.[9]
On 28 November 1973, Harold Glasser, president of Miss Universe Inc. and Consul-General of the Philippine Consulate, Ernesto Pineda, announced that the Miss Universe 1974 pageant would be held in Manila on 21 July 1974. This was the first time that the pageant was held in Asia.[10][11]
The Philippine government originally planned to build an open-air amphitheater at the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex. However, since the pageant would be held during the wet season in the Philippines, they have decided to build a theater, which was later named the Folk Arts Theater.[12] Then-First Lady Imelda Marcos commissioned the Folk Arts Theater for the Miss Universe 1974 pageant, which was designed by Leandro Locsin and was built in just seventy-seven days.[13] The theater was inaugurated on 7 July 1974, with a lavish parade showcasing Philippine art, called Kasaysayan ng Lahi. The candidates of the Miss Universe 1974 pageant were invited to attend the parade.[14]
On July 20, a day before the Miss Universe pageant, Typhoon Ivy – known in the country as Iliang – hit the island of Luzon, causing an estimated $2 million in damage.[15] In order for the pageant to push through, then-First Lady Imelda Marcos ordered the Philippine Air Force to clear the clouds associated with Typhoon Ivy. The United States Air Force also sent a plane from Guam to assist in clearing the clouds.[12][16]
Selection of participants
Contestants from sixty-five countries and territories were selected to compete in the pageant.
Debuts, returns, and, withdrawals
This edition saw the debuts of Indonesia, Liberia, and Senegal, and the returns of Yugoslavia which last competed in 1969; and the Bahamas and Iceland which last competed in 1972.[17] Both Jane Moller of Denmark and Solveig Boberg of Norway withdrew for undisclosed reasons.[18]
Results
Placements
| Placement | Contestant |
|---|---|
| Miss Universe 1974 |
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| 1st runner-up | |
| 2nd runner-up | |
| 3rd runner-up | |
| 4th runner-up | |
| Top 12[19] |
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Special awards
| Award | Contestant |
|---|---|
| Miss Photogenic | |
| Miss Amity | |
| Best National Costume |
|
Pageant
Format
Same with 1971, twelve semi-finalists were chosen at the preliminary competition that consists of the swimsuit and evening gown competition. The twelve semi-finalists participated in the casual interview, swimsuit, and evening gown competitions. From twelve, five finalists were shortlisted to advance to the final interview.[23]
Selection committee
- Dana Andrews – American actor[24]
- Peggy Fleming – American figure skater[24]
- José Greco – Italian-born American dancer and choreographer[24]
- Kiyoshi Hara – President of the ABC Japan network[24]
- Aliza Kashi – Israeli singer[24]
- Stirling Moss – British racing driver[24]
- Carlos P. Romulo – then-Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines[25]
- Leslie Uggams – American actress and singer[26]
- Edilson Cid Varela – Brazilian journalist[24]
- Jerry West – American basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers[27]
- Earl Wilson – American columnist and journalist[26]
Contestants
Sixty-five contestants competed for the title.
Notes
- ^ a b The event was held at 8:00 am Philippine Standard Time (UTC+08:00); for the Americas, this was July 20 in their local times.
- ^ Ages at the time of the pageant
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