Miss Tiffany's Universe
Miss Tiffany's Universe (Thai: มิสทิฟฟานี่ยูนิเวิร์ส) is a beauty contest for Thai transgender women in Pattaya, Thailand. It has taken place annually since 1984.[1][2][3]
| Formation | 1984 |
|---|---|
| Type | Beauty pageant |
| Headquarters | Pattaya |
| Location | |
Membership | Miss International Queen |
Official language | Thai |
| Website | www.misstiffanyuniverse.com |
The contest is open to all transgender women who may or may not have gone through sex reassignment surgery.[4] "Ladyboy" or "kathoey" are commonly used terms in Thailand to describe effeminate gay male or transgender women. Each year, about 100 candidates from across Thailand apply to take part in the pageant. All contestants need to have Thai nationality and be between the age of 18 and 25. Contestants under the age of 20 are required to obtain parental permission to be eligible. Contestants come from a variety of backgrounds, including university students, doctors, engineers, pharmacists, etc.[5] Once chosen to participate in the pageant, the contestants are judged based on physical attributes and overall performance in accordance to the feminine ideal.[6]
The Miss Tiffany's Universe winner receives a trophy and crown, Honda Jazz, cash prizes, jewellery, and other gifts from sponsors. Besides the overall winner, other awards include Miss Photogenic, Miss Sexy Star, Miss Congeniality, and Miss Popular Vote.[7] Miss Tiffany's Universe is Thailand's official representative to Miss International Queen.
The Miss Tiffany’s Universe contest held once a year is receiving more attention especially since it is broadcast live on Thai television with an average of 15 million viewers.
Miss Tiffany's Universe is a registered trademark of Tiffany's Show Pattaya Co, Ltd. The organization supports charity events for the less fortunate and supports The Royal-sponsored AIDS Foundation. The goal of this contest is to promote the rights and equality and improve the quality of life for transgender persons in Thailand. The pageant is also a source of significant income and opens up opportunities for pageant contestants.[5]
Miss Tiffany's Universe winners
| Year | Miss Tiffany's Universe | Provinces | Venue | Host province | Entrants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Ruethaipreeya Nuanglee |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya |  |
32 |
| 2018 | Kanwara Kaewcheen |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2017 | Rinrada Thurapan |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2016 | Jiratchaya Sirimongkolnawin |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2015 | Sopida Siriwattananukoon |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2014 | Nitsa Katrahong | |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2013 | Nethnapada Kanlayanon |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2012 | Panvilas Mongkol | |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2011 | Sirapassorn Atthayakorn |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2010 | Nalada Thamthanakorn | |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2009 | Sorrawee Nattee (resigned) |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| Wirittorn Narapatpimol (successor) | | ||||
| 2008 | Kangsadal Wongdutsadeekul |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2007 | Thanyarat Jiraphatpakorn |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2006 | Ratravee Jirapraphakul |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2005 | Tiptantree Rujiranon |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2004 | Treechada Petcharat |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2003 | Pantawan Jaruwatthananukul | |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2002 | Thanyaporn Aunyasiri | |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2001 | Piyathida Sakulthai | |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 2000 | Chanya Moranon | |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 1999 | Phatreeya Siri-ngamwong |  |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| 1998 | Thanakorn Wongprasert | |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
| Miss Tiffany | |||||
| 1984 | Peerada Ratchakorn | |
Tiffany's Show Theatre, Pattaya | |
30 |
Winners by province
| Provinces | Titles | Winning Years |
|---|---|---|
|
9 | 1998, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2009*, 2010, 2012, 2016 |
|
2 | 2014, 2018 |
|
1 | 2019 |
|
2017 | |
|
2015 | |
|
2013 | |
|
2011 | |
|
2009 | |
|
2008 | |
|
2007 | |
|
2006 | |
|
2005 | |
|
2004 | |
|
1999 |
Winners by region
| Regions | titles | Best Performance |
|---|---|---|
 |
11 | Bangkok(9), Samut Prakan(1), Nonthaburi(1) |
 |
3 | Maha Sarakham(1), Roi Et(1), Khon Kaen(1) |
 |
Prachuap Khiri Khan(2), Kanchanaburi(1) | |
 |
Songkhla(1), Phang Nga(1), Nakhon Si Thammarat(1) | |
 |
2 | Sing Buri(1), Lopburi(1) |
 |
1 | Chiang Mai(1) |
 |
0 |
Miss International Queen
Color keys
- : Declared as Winner
- : Ended as runner-up or top 5/6 qualification
- : Ended as one of the finalists or semifinalists
- : Ended as special awards winner
| Year | Representative's Name | Province | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
Ruethaipreeya Nuanglee | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2019 | 1st Runner-Up | |
|
Kanwara Kaewcheen | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2018 | 1st Runner-Up |
|
|
Rinrada Thurapan | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2017 | 2nd Runner-up | |
|
Jiratchaya Sirimongkolnawin | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2016 | Miss International Queen 2016 |
|
|
Sopida Siriwattananukoon | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2015 | 2nd Runner-up |
|
|
Nitsa Katrahong | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2014 | 1st Runner-up |
|
|
Nethnapada Kanrayanon | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2013 | 2nd Runner-up |
|
|
Panvilas Mongkol | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2012 | 2nd Runner-up | |
|
Sirapassorn Atthayakorn | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2011 | Miss International Queen 2011 |
|
|
Nalada Thamthanakorn | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2010 | Top 10 Semi-Finalist |
|
|
Kangsadal Wongdutsadeekul | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2008 | 1st Runner-up |
|
| Sorawee Nattee | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2009 | Top 10 Semi-Finalist |
| |
|
Thanyarat Jiraphatpakorn | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2007 | Miss International Queen 2007 | |
|
Ratravee Jirapraphakul | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2006 | 2nd Runner-up | |
|
Tiptantree Rujiranon | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2005 | 2nd Runner-up | |
|
Treechada Petcharat | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2004 | Miss International Queen 2004 |
|
Past Franchises
Queen of the Universe
Color keys
- : Declared as Winner
- : Ended as runner-up or top 5/6 qualification
- : Ended as one of the finalists or semifinalists
- : Ended as special awards winner
| Year | Representative's Name | Province | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
Pantawan Jaruwatthananukul | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2003 | Unplaced | |
|
Thanyaporn Aunyasiri | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2002 | Queen of the Universe 2002 |
|
|
Piyathida Sakulthai | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2001 | Unplaced | |
|
Chanya Moranon | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 2000 | Queen of the Universe 2000 |
|
|
Phatreeya Siri-ngamwong | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 1999 | Queen of the Universe 1999 |
|
|
Thanakorn Wongprasert | |
Miss Tiffany's Universe 1998 | Unplaced |
See also
References
- Chivers, Tom (2008-06-01). "Thai transvestites compete in Miss Tiffany Universe beauty pageant". The Telegraph. AFP. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
- Miss Tiffany's Universe 2012 | Bangkok Post: multimedia
- Miss Tiffany's Universe 2011 in Pictures - Pattaya Mail
- "Thailand crowns its newest transgender beauty queen".
- "Student wins Miss Tiffany Universe transgender pageant in Pattaya". www.ChinaPost.com.tw. Retrieved 2016-02-22.
- Jackson, Peter. Queer Bangkok: 21st Century Markets, Media, and Rights. Hong Kong University Press. ISBN 9789888083046.
- "Miss Tiffany's Universe 2016". misstiffanyuniverse.com. Retrieved 2016-02-22.
External links
- Official Website
- Official Youtube Channel
- Tiffany's Show Pattaya Company
- Documentary Film on Miss Tiffany Universe
Beauty pageants in Thailand | ||
|---|---|---|
| ||