Marissa Teijo, aged 71, made headlines as the oldest contestant ever to compete in the Miss Texas USA pageant, held in Houston over the weekend. Though she did not clinch the title, Teijo left a lasting impression with her talent and determination. Aarieanna Ware emerged victorious as Miss Texas USA on Saturday, June 22, following her previous win as Miss Dallas.
The Miss Universe organization recently lifted age restrictions for contestants over 18, aiming for greater inclusivity by allowing married, divorced, or pregnant women to participate. Teijo, who hails from El Paso, Texas, expressed enthusiasm about breaking barriers and making a difference at any age. She was born on July 8, 1952, and grew up on a farm, discovering her passion for fitness early on, as reported by KVIA. Notably, she has competed in the National Physique Committee events.
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Teijo's participation garnered attention and support, evidenced by her 114 votes on the Miss USA website. In an Instagram post, she shared her excitement about the experience, aiming to inspire women to embrace their physical and mental well-being at any stage of life. Jackie Garcia-Martinez, CEO of Bazaar Models representing Teijo, emphasized the agency's pride in representing diverse women and supporting their journeys in the competition.
Throughout the pageant, Teijo showcased resilience and a commitment to promoting confidence and beauty beyond conventional standards, embodying the spirit of perseverance and inclusivity in beauty pageantry.
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