Miss Duarte is a professional model. She also enjoys working out, spending time with her friends and family, and is interested in helping others through her charity work.
The judging panel for the 2008 Miss Latina Pageant included: Actor/Singer, Jade Esteban Estrada, Tejano Superstar, Sunni Estrada, and Filmmaker Kimberly Suta.
International model / actress, Dawn Rochelle and Radio Personality, Robin Flores hosted the finals of the 15th Annual Miss Latina competition. Up and coming singer Valeria performed samplings from her latest cd.
Throughout the two-hour event, contestants from countries and territories around the world competed in three categories: swimsuit model, evening gown and personality interview.
Final Results:
First Runner Up: Miss South Texas, Reyna Castillo; will assume the duties of MISS LATINA 2008 if the titleholder for some reason cannot fulfill her responsibilities.
Second Runner Up: Miss Puerto Rico, Alanyl Carrion
Miss Photogenic Award: Miss Mexico. The general public voted for the most photogenic contestant. Photogenic which was taken by professional modeling photographer. A portion of voting proceeds benefited the Make A Wish Foundation.
Miss Congeniality Award: Miss Dominican Republic. This award reflects the respect and admiration of the delegate's peers, who voted for her as the most congenial, charismatic and inspirational participant.
News Sources:-
PRLog (Press Release) – Nov 06, 2008 – During one of the year's most exciting live international beauty events, a star-studded panel of judges chose Miss Latina Mexico, Delisi Duarte, as MISS LATINA® 2008 live from the Arneson River Theater in San Antonio, Texas.
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Miss Latina 2008 Crowned In San Antonio
