Gloria Diaz

Biography

Gloria María Aspillera Díaz is a renowned Filipino actress and model who won the Miss Universe crown in 1969, becoming the first Filipino to do so. She was crowned at just 18 years old after besting other candidates with her answer on welcoming astronauts back from the moon. Díaz has also earned recognition for her acting prowess, winning the FAMAS Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2005.