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HOUSTON, Texas – Former Miss Universe and Miss USA Chelsi Smith died Saturday, according to the WPIX. She was 45 years old.
Miss USA, Chelsi Smith crowned Miss Universe 1995 (PHILIP LITTLETON / AFP / Getty Images)
She had been dealing with cancer, Miss New York USA 1995 said Shanna Moakler.
"I have a broken heart." Good speed Moakler tweeted. "You were my friend and a light. I adore and I will miss you more than you'll ever know. The quintessence of a queen.
Smith was crowned Miss Universe in the 1995 Namibia contest, becoming the first American woman to do so since 1980. She was the first African-American woman to win the Miss Texas USA contest.
Smith's website now shows his birth and death dates against a black background.
The rest messages in peace filled the comments of his latest posting on Instagram.
Smith's family issued the following statement:
"We are heartbroken to share the news that Chelsi Smith has died as a result of a long illness.
Chelsi was our loving daughter, niece and friend. His contagious laugh, his joie de vivre and his free spirit will be missed. She left an indelible mark on everyone who knew her.
Although Chelsi cherished her private life, she still appreciated the expressions of love and goodwill from people around the world and from all walks of life.
As we mourn the loss of this lively and generous woman, we also celebrate her remarkable life and hope that she will serve as an example to young women around the world to make their dreams come true through a loving heart and an enlightened spirit. .
As the only bi-racial woman to win the triple world crown: Miss Texas, Miss USA and Miss Universe, Chelsi Smith has embarked on a successful career in the entertainment industry by signing with Music World / Columbia / Sony Music 1999 as well as various roles in film and television. After leaving her crown, she set the bar for intelligent and enlightened women around the world, often pleading for causes that are dear to her.
A memorial service will be held in Houston, Texas in the coming months. "
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