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Get ready to strut your stuff and celebrate International Pageant Day on April 8! This day is all about honoring the beauty, grace, and confidence of pageant contestants around the world. The first modern beauty pageants date back to the early 19th century, but it wasn't until the mid-20th century that they became popular on a global scale. Today, pageants continue to empower women and promote positive values such as leadership, charity work, and self-confidence. So whether you're a seasoned pageant pro or just love watching them from afar, this day is for you!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1839</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Beauty Pageants</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first modern beauty pageant is believed to have occurred in Scotland, with the "Bard of Lanark" contest.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1921</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Miss America Pageant</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Miss America pageant took place in Atlantic City as a bathing beauty revue.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1951</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Start of Miss World</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Miss World pageant was launched by Eric Morley, initially as a part of the Festival of Britain celebrations.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1955</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Miss Universe</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Miss Universe pageant was founded by Pacific Mills, a clothing company in California, initially to promote its swimwear line.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of Miss Earth</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Miss Earth Pageant was launched, promoting environmental protection alongside the concept of beauty pageants.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Debut of International Pageant Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Started as a day to celebrate beauty pageants globally, and to pay tribute to those who have participated and contributed.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a local pageant</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Support your community by attending a local pageant! This is a great way to celebrate International Pageant Day and show your support for the contestants.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a pageant</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Contact your local pageant organization and see if they need any volunteers. This is a great opportunity to get involved and give back to the pageant community.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a pageant-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and host a pageant-themed party! You can have fun with dress-up, mock interviews, and talent showcases to celebrate International Pageant Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch past pageants online</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip down memory lane and watch past pageants online! This is a great way to relive your favorite moments and celebrate the history of pageantry.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support a pageant contestant</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your love and support for a pageant contestant by attending their events, sharing their social media posts, and cheering them on during the competition. Every little bit helps and will make a positive impact on their journey. </p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebrating beauty and diversity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Pageant Day is a celebration of all the diverse cultures and beauties around the world. It showcases different pageants from various countries, promoting inclusivity and acceptance of different standards of beauty.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Empowering women</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Pageants often provide a platform for women to become role models, promote their advocacies, and inspire others through their achievements. International Pageant Day celebrates these strong and confident women who use their voices to make positive changes in the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promoting unity and global friendship</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>As pageants bring together competitors from different countries, it also fosters friendships among individuals from diverse backgrounds. On International Pageant Day, we celebrate this spirit of unity and camaraderie as we appreciate the beauty and skills of contestants from around the world.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>International Pageant Day was Inspired by the Growth of Beauty Pageants</h3><p class='facts-content'>The increased popularity and variety of pageants in the global sphere, led to the creation of International Pageant Day, a day dedicated to celebrating their impact and influence.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Not all Pageants are Based on Physical Appearance</h3><p class='facts-content'>While physical beauty can be a factor, many pageants place an equal or greater emphasis on intelligence, talent, personality, and contestants' charitable works or 'platforms'.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Scholarships are a Major Part of Many Pageants</h3><p class='facts-content'>Since its inception in 1951, the Miss America Organization has been a leading provider of scholarships for young women in the United States, with millions of dollars awarded each year.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pageants Have Evolved Over Time to Reflect Societal Changes</h3><p class='facts-content'>Over time, pageants have evolved to represent modern ideals and societal norms. For instance, in recent years, there has been a shift towards inclusivity and diversity, with various pageants waiving traditional rules to allow transgender participants and those of diverse backgrounds.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pageants Can Be a Platform for Advocacy and Social Causes</h3><p class='facts-content'>Contestants often use the platform that pageants provide to advocate for social causes close to their hearts. This not only raises awareness but can also bring about positive change in the community or society at large.</p></div></div>
International Pageant Day is celebrated on April 8th every year. In 2024 International Pageant Day will occur on a Monday.
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