Melanie Putria Dewita Sari facts for kids

Melanie Putria Dewita Sari was born on April 17, 1982, in Jakarta, Indonesia. She is a famous Indonesian beauty queen. Melanie is also a television host and an actress. She became well-known after winning the Puteri Indonesia title in 2002. She represented West Sumatra in the competition.

About Melanie's Early Life

Melanie was born in Jakarta. Her parents are Habibuddin and Nelwetis. She went to the London School of Public Relations in Jakarta. This is a school that teaches about public relations.

Winning Puteri Indonesia 2002

Melanie won the Puteri Indonesia title in 2002. This is a big beauty pageant in Indonesia. After winning, she became very busy. She took part in many social activities.

She also joined Miss Universe 2002, Oxana Fedorova, on a visit. They went to see Borobudur, a famous temple. They also met the President of Indonesia. Her name was Megawati Soekarnoputri. They met at the President's home, Istana Negara.

Melanie's Family Life

Melanie married Angga Puradiredja. He is a member of a jazz band called Maliq & D'Essentials. They got married in Jakarta on March 7, 2010. Their wedding party was held at Manggala Wana Bhakti. Melanie's brother, Andre Habibuddin, was her guardian.

Melanie and Angga had a son. His name is Sheemar Rahman Puradiredja. He was born on January 27, 2011. Melanie and Angga later separated.