Miss Thailand facts for kids
นางสาวไทย
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Formation | 1934 |
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Type | Beauty pageant |
Headquarters | Bangkok, Thailand |
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Miss Thailand (Thai: นางสาวไทย) is a famous beauty pageant in Thailand. It's a competition where young Thai women show their talents, beauty, and intelligence. The first contest was held way back in 1934 and was called Miss Siam (Thai: นางสาวสยาม).
The winners and runner-ups from Miss Thailand get to represent their country in big international competitions. These include Miss Cosmo, Miss Global, Miss Planet International, Miss Charm, Miss Intercontinental, and Miss Face of Humanity.
The current Miss Thailand, crowned in 2025, is Chotnapa Kaewjarun from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.
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A Look Back: History of Miss Thailand
The very first Miss Siam pageant happened on December 10, 1934, in Bangkok. The contest took a break during World War II. It started again in 1948, but this time it was called Miss Thailand.
For many years, the winner of Miss Thailand would go on to compete in Miss Universe. The first runner-up would go to Miss Asia Pacific International. However, the Miss Thailand organization stopped sending contestants to Miss Universe in 2000. The last Miss Thailand to compete at Miss Universe 1999 was Apisamai Srirangsan, who was Miss Thailand 1999.
In 2019, something amazing happened! Sireethorn Leearamwat, who was Miss Thailand 2019, competed at Miss International 2019. She won the title, which was the first time Thailand had ever won Miss International!
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Number of wins under Miss Thailand | ||
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Pageant | Title | Winning year(s) |
Miss Universe | 2 | 1965, 1988 |
Miss International | 1 | 2019 |
Miss Asia Pacific | 2 | 1988, 1997 |
Watching the Show: Broadcast History
The Miss Thailand pageant used to be shown on BBTV (channel 7) until 2000. Then, it moved to other channels like ITV, TITV, and TPBS until 2007.
From 2008 to 2014, the pageant was broadcast on MCOT.
In 2016, and again from 2020 until now, the Miss Thailand pageant returned to BBTV (channel 7). In 2019, it was shown on MCOT again for one year.
Big Wins: International Crowns
Miss Thailand contestants have won some major international beauty pageants!
- Two — Miss Universe crowns:
- Apasra Hongsakula won in 1965.
- Porntip Nakhirunkanok won in 1988.
- One — Miss International crown:
- Sireethorn Leearamwat won in 2019.
They have also won other international pageants:
- Two — Miss Asia Pacific International crowns:
- Preeyanuch Panpradub won in 1988.
- Worarat Suwannarat won in 1997.
What Titles They Hold
This section shows which international pageants Miss Thailand has sent representatives to over the years.
Current Franchises | |
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Membership | Year |
Miss Cosmo | 2025 – Present |
Miss Charm | 2020 – Present |
Miss Planet International | 2024 – Present |
Miss Intercontinental | 2024 – Present |
Miss Face of Humanity | 2023 – Present |
Former Franchises | |
Membership | Year |
Major international beauty pageant: | |
Miss Universe | 1954 – 1999 |
Miss World | 1968 |
Miss International | 1968 – 2001, 2019 |
Minor international beauty pageant: | |
Miss Asia Pacific International | 1985 – 1999 |
Miss Global | 2023 |
Miss Tourism Queen International | 2016 |
Miss Queen of the Pacific | 1967 |
Miss Flower Queen | 1990 |
Miss Wonderland | 1987 – 1989 |
World Miss University | 1991 |
All the Winners: Miss Thailand Titleholders
Here is a list of all the amazing women who have been crowned Miss Thailand over the years.
Year | Editions | Miss Thailand | Hometown | Venue | Entrants |
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2025 | 56th | Chotnapa Kaewjarun | ![]() |
MCC Hall, The Mall Lifestore Ngamwongwan, Nonthaburi | 45 |
2024 | 55th | Panida Kernjinda | ![]() |
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2023 | 54th | Chonnikarn Supittayaporn | ![]() |
Changwattana Hall, Central Chaengwattana | 47 |
2022 | 53rd | Manita Farmer | ![]() |
Central World Live | 24 |
2021 No pageant, Due to the impact of COVID-19 pandemic | |||||
2020 | 52nd | Natthapat Pongpraphan | ![]() |
Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre | 30 |
2019 | 51st | Sireethorn Leearamwat | ![]() |
Aksra Theatre | 39 |
2017-2018 No pageant, Due to mourning of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand | |||||
2016 | 50th | Thanaporn Sriwirach | ![]() |
GMM Live House at Central World | 34 |
2015 No pageant, The aftermath of the 2014 Thai coup d'état | |||||
2014 | 49th | Wilasini Chanwutthiwong | ![]() |
Aksra Theatre | 24 |
2013 | 48th | Adcharaporn Kanoknateesavad | ![]() |
Aksra Theatre | 18 |
2012 | 47th | Prissana Kumpusiri | ![]() |
Changwattana Hall, Central Chaengwattana | 18 |
2011 No pageant, Political issue of Thai general election | |||||
2010 | 46th | Kritchaporn Homboonyasak | ![]() |
Aksra Theatre | 18 |
2009 | 45th | Ornwipa Kanoknateesawat | ![]() |
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2008 | 44th | Panprapa Yongtrakul | ![]() |
Royal Paragon Hall | 18 |
2007 | 43rd | Angkana Trirattanathip | ![]() |
Royal Jubilee Ballroom | 18 |
2006 | 42nd | Lalana Kongtoranin | ![]() |
Thai Alangkarn Theater | 18 |
2005 No pageant, Due to mourning of Tsunami in Southern of Thailand | |||||
2004 | 41st | Sirinya Sattayasai | ![]() |
Suan Ambhorn, Dusit Palace | 18 |
2003 | 40th | Chalisa Boonkrongsap | ![]() |
Impact, Muang Thong Thani | Unknown |
2002 | 39th | Patiporn Sittipong | ![]() |
Queen Sirikit National Convention Center | Unknown |
2001 | 38th | Sujira Arunpipat | ![]() |
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2000 | 37th | Panadda Wongphudee | ![]() |
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1999 | 36th | Apisamai Srirangsan | ![]() |
Bangkok Convention Center, Ladprao | Unknown |
1998 | 35th | Chalida Taochalee | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1997 | 34th | Sueangsuda Lawanprasert | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1996 No pageant, Due to mourning of Princess Srinagarindra of Thailand | |||||
1995 | 33rd | Pavadee Wicheinrat | ![]() |
Queen Sirikit National Convention Center | Unknown |
1994 | 32nd | Areeya Chumsai | ![]() |
Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok | Unknown |
1993 | 31st | Chattarika Ubonsiri | ![]() |
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1992 | 30th | Ornanong Panyawong | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1991 | 29th | Jiraprapa Sawettanan | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1990 | 28th | Passaraporn Chaimongkol | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1989 | 27th | Yonlada Ronghanam | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1988 | 26th | Porntip Nakhirunkanok | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1987 | 25th | Chutima Naiyana | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1986 | 24th | Taweeporn Klungploy | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1985 | 23rd | Tarntip Pongsook | ![]() |
Siam Park | Unknown |
1984 | 22nd | Savinee Pakaranang | ![]() |
Grand Palace Hostel Pattaya | Unknown |
1973-1983 No pageant (11 years) | |||||
1972 | 21st | Kanok-orn Boonma | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
1971 | 20th | Nipapat Sudsiri | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
1970 No pageant | |||||
1969 | 19th | Warunee Sangsirinavin | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
1968 | 18th | Sangduen Manwong | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
1967 | 17th | Apantree Prayutsenee | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
1966 | 16th | Prapussorn Panichkul | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
1965 | 15th | Cheranand Savetanand | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
1964 | 14th | Apasra Hongsakula | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
Political problems of Thailand in 1955-1963 No pageant (9 years) | |||||
1954 | 13th | Sucheela Srisomboon | ![]() |
Lumphini Park | Unknown |
1953 | 12th | Anong Atchawatthana | ![]() |
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1952 | 11th | Prachit Thong-urai | ![]() |
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1951 | 10th | Utsani Thongnuea-di | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
1950 | 9th | Amphon Burarak | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
Palace Rebellion in 1949 No pageant | |||||
1948 | 8th | Latda Suwansupha | ![]() |
Suan Amporn, Dusit Palace | Unknown |
World War II and due to mourning of King Ananda Mahidol of Thailand in 1941-1947 No pageant (7 years) | |||||
1940 | 7th | Sawangchit Kharuehanon | ![]() |
Unknown | Unknown |
1939 | 6th | Riam Petsayanawin | ![]() |
Suan Ambhorn, Dusit palace | Unknown |
Miss Siam | |||||
1938 | 5th | Phitsamai Chotiwut | ![]() |
Saranrom Park | Unknown |
1937 | 4th | Mayuri Wichaiwatthana | ![]() |
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1936 | 3rd | Wongduean Bhumiratna | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1935 | 2nd | Wani Laohakiat | ![]() |
Unknown | |
1934 | 1st | Kanya Thiansawang | ![]() |
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Where Winners Come From: Provinces with Most Titles
This table shows which provinces in Thailand have had the most Miss Thailand winners.
Provinces | Titles | Winning Years |
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31 | 1934, 1935, 1936, 1938, 1939, 1940, 1952, 1953, 1964, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1984, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2019 |
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5 | 1992, 2002, 2010, 2023, 2024 |
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2 | 1999, 2020 |
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1937, 2025 | |
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1 | 2022 |
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1990 | |
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1951 | |
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International Competitions: Placements
This section shows how Miss Thailand contestants have done in different international pageants.
Current International Pageants
Miss Global
Year | Miss Global Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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2023 | Chonnikarn Supittayaporn | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 2023 | 2nd Runner-Up |
Miss Cosmo
Year | Miss Cosmo Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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2025 | Chotnapa Kaewjarun | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 2025 | colspan="2" | TBA
Miss Charm
Year | Miss Charm Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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2024 | Pornsirikul Puata | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 2024 | Top 20 | |
2023 | Patitta Suntivijj | ![]() |
4th Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 2020 | Top 20 |
1 Special Award
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Miss Planet International
Year | Miss Planet Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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2024 | Panida Kernjinda | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 2024 | 2nd Runner-Up |
2 Special Awards
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Miss Intercontinental
Year | Miss Intercontinental Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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2024 | Arabella Sitanan Gregory | ![]() |
2nd Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 2023 | Top 22 |
Miss Face of Humanity
Year | Miss Face of Humanity Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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2024 | Kunpariya Khonthong | ![]() |
Top 20 at Miss Thailand 2024 | 1st Runner-up |
Past International Pageants
Miss Universe
- Further information: Miss Universe Thailand
Year | Miss Universe Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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1999 | Apisamai Srirangsan | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1999 | Non-Finalist | |
1998 | Chalida Taochalee | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1998 | Non-Finalist | |
1997 | Sueangsuda Lawanprasert | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1997 | Non-Finalist | |
1996 | Nirachala Kumya **** | ![]() |
Top 10 at Miss Thailand 1995 | Non-Finalist | |
1995 | Pavadee Wicheinrat | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1995 | Non-Finalist | |
1994 | Areeya Chumsai | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1994 | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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1993 | Chattarika Ubonsiri | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1993 | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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1992 | Ornanong Panyawong | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1992 | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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1991 | Jiraprapa Sawettanan | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1991 | Non-Finalist | |
1990 | Passaraporn Chaimongkol | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1990 | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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1989 | Yonlada Ronghanam | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1989 | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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1988 | Porntip Nakhirunkanok | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1988 | Miss Universe 1988 |
1 Special Award
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1987 | Chutima Naiyana | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1987 | Non-Finalist | |
1986 | Taweeporn Klungploy | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1986 | Non-Finalist | |
1985 | Tarntip Pongsuk | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1985 | Non-Finalist | |
1984 | Savinee Pakaranang | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1984 | Top 10 | |
1983 | Jinda Nernkrang *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
1982 | Nipaporn Tarapanich *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
1981 | Massupha Karbpraphan *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
1980 | Artitaya Promkul *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
1979 | Wongduan Kerdpoom *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
1978 | Pornpit Sakornvijit *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
1977 | Laddawan In-Yah *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
1976 | Katareeya Areekul *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
1975 | Wanlaya Thonawanik *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
Sirikwan Nanthasiri (resigned) *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Did not compete* | ||
1974 | Benjamas Ponpasvijan *** | ![]() |
Appointed | Unplaced | |
1973 | Kanok-orn Bunma | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1972 | Non-Finalist | |
1972 | Nipapat Sudsiri | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1971 | Non-Finalist | |
1971 | Warunee Sangsirinavin | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1969 | Non-Finalist | |
1969 | Sangduen Manwong | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1968 | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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1968 | Apantree Prayutsenee | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1967 | Top 15 | |
1966 | Cheranand Savetanand | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1965 | 2nd Runner-Up | |
1965 | Apasra Hongsakula | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1964 | Miss Universe 1965 | |
1959 | Sodsai Vanijvadhana ** | ![]() |
Appointed | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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1954 | Amara Asavananda * | ![]() |
2nd Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1953 | Non-Finalist |
- * In 1954 Amara Asavananda, who was 2nd runner-up in Miss Thailand 1953, was chosen to compete in Miss Universe 1954. She was the first person from Thailand to go to the Miss Universe pageant.
- ** In 1959, there was no Miss Thailand pageant. Sodsai Vanijvadhana was specially chosen to represent Thailand in the Miss Universe 1959 pageant.
- *** Because of political issues in 1973, the Miss Thailand pageant didn't happen. The person in charge at that time chose Benjamas Ponpasvijan to represent Thailand in 1974. Later, a smaller pageant called Miss Thailand Universe was held from 1975 to 1983. This was before the Miss Universe license went back to the main Miss Thailand pageant organizers.
- **** In 1996, the Miss Thailand pageant was not held. Niratchla Khamya, who was in the Top 10 of Miss Thailand 1995, was chosen to represent Thailand in the Miss Universe pageant.
Miss International
- Further information: Miss International Thailand
Year | Miss International Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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2019 | Sireethorn Leearamwat | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 2019 | Miss International 2019 |
1 Special Award
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2001 | Kanithakan Saengprachaksakula | ![]() |
Top 10 at Miss Thailand 2001 | Non-Finalist | |
1992 | Pornnapha Theptinnakorn | ![]() |
Top 10 at Miss Thailand 1992 | Non-Finalist | |
1989 | Mayuree Chaiyo | ![]() |
2nd Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1988 | Non-Finalist | |
1988 | Passorn Boonyakiat | ![]() |
Miss Photogenic of Miss Thailand 1988 | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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1987 | Prapaphan Bamrungthai | ![]() |
4th Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1987 | Non-Finalist | |
1986 | Janthanee Singsuwan | ![]() |
Miss Photogenic of Miss Thailand 1986 | Non-Finalist | |
1985 | Sasimaporn Chaikomol † | ![]() |
2nd Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1985 | Non-Finalist | |
1973 | Jintana Te-chamaneewat | ![]() |
Contestant at Miss Thailand 1972 | Top 15 | |
1972 | Sarinya Thattavorn | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1971 | Non-Finalist | |
1971 | Supuk Likitkul | ![]() |
Contestant at Miss Bangkok 1971 | 1st Runner-Up | |
1970 | Panarat Pisutthisak | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1969 | Top 15 | |
1969 | Usanee Phenphimol | ![]() |
Appointed | 4th Runner-Up | |
1968 | Rungthip Pinyo | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1967 | 4th Runner-Up |
1 Special Award
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Miss World
- Further information: Miss Thailand World
Year | Miss World Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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1968 | Pinnarut Tananchai | ![]() |
4th Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1967 | Top 15 |
Miss Asia Pacific International
Year | Miss Asia Pacific Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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1999 | Naruemon Jinakaew | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1999 | Top 10 | |
1998 | Sirida Chunhacharti | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1998 | Non-Finalist | |
1997 | Worarat Suwannarat | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1997 | Miss Asia Pacific International 1997 |
1 Special Award
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1996 | Jutarat Phanjaitham | ![]() |
2nd Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1995 | Top 10 | |
1995 | Namtip Wirakhachon | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1995 | Top 12 | |
1994 | Prathana Rebecca Chairoj Napp | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1994 | Top 12 | |
1993 | Marisa Tipwangmek | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1993 | Non-Finalist | |
1992 | Chutima Nirunsitirat | ![]() |
2nd Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1992 | 1st Runner-Up |
1 Special Award
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1989 | Phetcharat Seekaew | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1989 | 4th Runner-Up | |
1988 | Preeyanuch Panpradub | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1988 | Miss Asia Pacific International 1988 |
1 Special Award
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1987 | Duangduen Jithaisong | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1987 | Non-Finalist | |
1986 | Sararat Roomruangwong | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1986 | 2nd Runner-Up | |
1985 | Leelawadee Wacharobol | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1985 | Non-Finalist |
Miss Tourism Queen International
Year | Miss Tourism Queen Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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2016 | Pimchanok Jitchoo | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 2014 | 4th Runner-up |
Miss Queen of the Pacific
Year | Miss Queen of the Pacific Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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1967 | Prapussorn Panichkul | ![]() |
Miss Thailand 1966 | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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Miss Flower Queen
Year | Miss Flower Queen Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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1990 | Raksuda Sinwattana | ![]() |
2nd Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1989 | 2nd Runner-Up |
Miss Wonderland
Year | Miss Wonderland Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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1989 | Suparanan Phanchujit | ![]() |
3rd Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1988 | Non-Finalist | |
Preeyanuch Panpradub | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1988 | Did not compete | ||
1988 | Duangduen Jithaisong | ![]() |
1st runner-up of Miss Thailand 1987 | Top 15 | |
1987 | Sararat Roomruangwong | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1986 | Non-Finalist |
World Miss University
Year | World Miss University Thailand | Hometown | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
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1991 | Benjamaporn Dechsupha | ![]() |
1st Runner-Up of Miss Thailand 1990 | Non-Finalist |
1 Special Award
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