Cynthia Shange, South Africa’s Trailblazing Black Beauty Queen, Dies at 76
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- •Cynthia Shange represented South Africa at the Miss World pageant during apartheid.
- •She was the first black South African woman to compete in the Miss World contest.
- •Shange died on or before April 20, 2026, at the age of 76.
- •She had a notable career as an actress breaking racial barriers in South African entertainment.
- •Her participation in Miss World occurred despite apartheid-era restrictions on racial integration.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If South African cultural institutions commemorate Cynthia Shange's legacy then public awareness of apartheid-era racial barriers in beauty and entertainment could increase, influencing education and cultural programs.
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