An 81-year-old woman took part in the Miss Universe Korea pageant in a bid to become the oldest contestant in its history.

South Korean model Choi Soon-hwa made history as the oldest contestant to take part in Miss Universe Korea, ...

An 81-year-old model fell short in her bid to become the oldest Miss Universe contestant after competing in the South Korean ...

What it did not buy was a ticket to Mexico: the Miss Universe South Korea crown went instead to Han Ariel, 22. Ms Choi didn't walk away completely empty handed however - but with the title of "Best ...

The 81-year-old model narrowly missed becoming the oldest Miss Universe, but did take home the prize for “best dresser.” ...

Earlier this month, she was unveiled as a finalist in the annual Miss Universe Korea competition. On Monday, Choi will go ...

In a remarkable milestone for both age and beauty, 80-year-old South Korean model Choi Soon-hwa has made history by becoming ...

South Korean model Choi Soon-hwa on Monday narrowly missed becoming the oldest person to win Miss Universe Korea, competing ...

Choi Soon-hwa missed out on the crown at the beauty pageant in Seoul on Monday - but did take home the 'best dresser award' ...

An 81-year-old South Korean fashion model fell short in her bid to become the oldest Miss Universe contestant.