Topic - Choi Soon-Hwa

“Even at this age, I had the courage to grab onto an opportunity and take on a challenge," Choi told The Associated Press hours before Monday's pageant.

Choi Soon-hwa, 81-year-old South Korean, fails in bid to become oldest Miss Universe contestant →

She said her glow is the product of minimalist skin-care regimens, defying the country’s cosmetic fanaticism.

Tragedy, late career shift guide Choi Soon-hwa, 80, into South Korea's Miss Universe finals →