Marjorie Wallace
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Marjorie "Marji" Wallace won the 1973 Miss World contest, representing the United States. The Indianapolis, Indiana native became the first woman from the U.S. to win the title. The pageant was held in London, England. Prior to winning, she had been dating Indiana professional musician (bass player) Toby Myers. She won the Miss Indiana World contest in Clarksville, Indiana.
Wallace's reign ended prematurely after she was criticized for dating too many high-profile men, including professional soccer star George Best, tennis star Jimmy Connors, and singer Tom Jones. She also dated professional race car driver and Revlon heir Peter Revson. Wallace later became a television host for Good Morning Los Angeles and Entertainment Tonight.
The Miss World duties but not the title was offered to the 1st Runner-up from the Philippines. She declined the duties.
| Preceded by Belinda Green |
Miss World
(dethroned, retained title) |
Succeeded by Helen Morgan |
| Preceded by none |
Host of Entertainment Tonight with Ron Hendren and Tom Hallick 1981 |
Succeeded by Ron Hendren and Dixie Whatley |
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