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beauty-and-fashion2 years ago

Controversy Erupts as Miss France's Pixie Cut Challenges Beauty Standards

Eve Gilles made history as the first woman with a pixie haircut to win Miss France, sparking controversy and accusations of being "woke." French politicians and pageant fans defended Gilles, emphasizing the importance of embracing diversity. The Miss Universe organization also supported Gilles, stating that there is no one way to be a beauty queen. Gilles, who sees her haircut as a symbol of strength and individuality, aims to challenge societal beauty standards and prove that a woman's beauty is not limited to her hair or body shape. Short hair has been rare at Miss Universe, but the pageant is becoming more diverse, with recent winners like Zozibini Tunzi embracing their natural hair and promoting inclusivity.

entertainment2 years ago

Unveiling the Scandal: Inside the Miss USA Pageant Fixing Revelation

Former Miss USA contestants reveal allegations of sexual harassment by a former Miss USA vice president and rigging claims against the Miss USA president in the FX documentary "How to Fix a Pageant." The documentary features testimonies from contestants, including Taylor Hale, who recounts an incident where the vice president kissed her and sent sexually explicit messages. The Miss USA organization has made structural changes following the allegations, and the documentary sheds light on the internalized misogyny and lack of proper management within the pageant industry.

entertainment2 years ago

From Pageants to Pomp and Circumstance: Eden Wood Becomes High School Valedictorian

Former "Toddlers & Tiaras" star Eden Wood, who was named class valedictorian, plans to pursue a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism. She hopes to represent Arkansas in the Miss America Pageant one day and use her platform to stop bullying. Despite criticism of child beauty pageants, Wood says they were positive for her and gave her confidence.

entertainment2 years ago

"Toddlers and Tiaras" Star Eden Wood Graduates High School as Valedictorian

Former "Toddlers & Tiaras" star Eden Wood, who began competing in pageants at 14 months old, has been named class valedictorian and plans to pursue a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism. Wood hopes to represent Arkansas in the Miss America Pageant and use her platform to stop bullying. Despite criticism of child beauty pageants, Wood says they were positive for her and gave her confidence.