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7figures Highlights & Honors A Black History Image Maker By Dr. Brandy F. Gibson
Carole Anne-Marie Gist It’s African - American Miss USA
Carole Anne Marie Gist, born May 8, 1969 a native and jewel of Detroit, Michigan became Miss Michigan in 1990. Following this major award she became the first African American female to win the Miss USA pageant in Wichita, Kansas on March 2, 1990. This achievement was personal and the highlight for cheering supporters of Detroit. Everyone remembers where they were when she won. Further competition in 1990 the current reigning Miss
USA at age 20 became the first Runner-Up for the Miss Universe competition. What a track record! Gist, standing statuesquely at 6 feet with impeccable beauty that all can see has an even greater in-depth beauty inside. Her accomplishments became a calling card for young girls that were drawn to her like a magnet. Gist used her gift of beauty to witness Jesus to them. She provided
