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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Amadee Chabot represented the U.S. in the 1962 Miss World Pageant held in London where she finished in 8th place. Chabot, also known as Amedee Chabot or Joy Chabot, also toured with Bob Hope and enjoyed a successful acting career in Mexico, appearing in over 20 films. Photograph caption dated February 14, 1963 reads, "America's sweetheart, Amedee Chabot, Miss U.S.A., greets Valentine's Day escort." The article partially reads, "Joy wears the Miss U.S.A. crown until the next pageant in August. But she wouldn't be the Joy (a namesake given by a priest at her birth) she is if it weren't for the weekend retreats from the world of glamour and glitter--retreats she shares with her family, friends and pets in Northridge."; See images #00122918 through #00122922 for all photos in this series, published in the weekend edition dated February 14-February 17, 1963.
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1 photographic print :b&w ;26 x 21 cm. Photographic prints
Chabot, Amadee Beauty contestants--California--Los Angeles Women--California--Los Angeles Valentine's Day--California--Los Angeles Gifts--California--Los Angeles Chocolate candy--California--Los Angeles Northridge (Los Angeles, Calif.)
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