The
queen and her court: Miss Tiffany’s Universe 2011 Sirapassorn “Sammy”
Auttayakorn (center) is flanked by first runner-up Saranrat “Nat” Chaiyakorn
(left) and second runner-up Tissanamadi “Gigi” Bunniyom (right).
Pratchaya Kerdthong
A Bangkok communications student bested 29 other
transvestites to win the 2011 Miss Tiffany pageant, and will go on to
represent Thailand in the Miss International Queen pageant later in the
year.
Sirapassorn “Sammy” Auttayakorn, who attends Ramkamhaeng
University, won 120,000 baht and a Toyota Yaris. He also won the “Miss Silky
Skin” prize from Asoke Skin Hospital, and Miss Photogenic.
First runner-up, 23-year-old student Saranrat “Nat”
Chaiyakorn, took home 100,000 baht while second runner-up, Tissanamadi
“Gigi” Bunniyom, won 20,000 baht.
Costume designer Tissanamadi, a crowd favorite, also won
the best costume.
Other special award winners included Serinapa Petchaboon
for the best swimsuit, Archiraya Trithanawiboon took Miss Congeniality,
Atchreechaya Tanuganurat for the most stylish cocktail dress, and Variny
Khumpaiphuan as Miss NuRiss Beauty.
The entire event took place over several days, from May
2-6, with photo ops including contestants visiting underprivileged children,
releasing turtles into the sea, playing beach volleyball, visiting host
hotel Woodland’s Resort, and a cocktail evening dress contest sponsored by
Kongkiat Boutique, as well as a Miss Unlimited Sexy contest on May 4 at
Central Festival Pattaya Beach featuring contestants in swimsuits.
The finals took place in the evening of May 6 at Tiffany
Theater, with famous judges being presided over by Dr. Seri Wongmonta.
The Miss Tiffany Universe pageant is Thailand’s annual
celebration of its celebrated transvestite and transgender population. The
contest is designed to show boys who would be girls in a positive light and
has been responsible for launching the show business careers of several past
winners.
The pageant is extremely popular, being shown on national
television and around the world. The winner of the contest goes on to
represent Thailand at the Miss International Queen pageant, also organized
by the Tiffany cabaret show.
(L to R)
Miss International Queen 2010 Mini from Korea, and Miss Tiffany’s Universe
2010 Milk Nalada present the crown to Miss Tiffany’s Universe 2011
Sirapassorn “Sammy” Auttayakorn.
The moment of truth -
Sirapassorn “Sammy” Auttayakorn
is announced the winner.
Contestants model their
favorite swimwear during the swimsuit competition for Miss Unlimited Sexy
2011 at Central Festival Pattaya Beach.
Contest Director Alisa
Phanthusak (left) consults with her honorary advisor
Dr. Seri Wongmonta before the winner is announced.
Part of the pageantry of
the final round
is the evening dress procession in front of the judges.
Famous judges Chalachol MD
Somsak Chalachol (left), and New York designer Tiffany Koury (right).
The Beach Volleyball event
promotes good relations between the contestants.
Miss Tiffany Universe
contestants release
baby turtles into the sea at the Ocean Marina.
