The beauty of Miss Kieu Khanh more than 30 years after her coronation.
Once a beauty icon with her distinctive short hairstyle in 1989, Miss Ao Dai Kieu Khanh now resides in the US and surprises everyone with her youthful appearance at nearly 60 years old.
Kieu Khanh made history in Vietnamese beauty pageants when she became the first person to win the Miss Ao Dai Vietnam title in 1989. Unlike the gentle beauty with traditional long hair often seen in beauties of that time, Kieu Khanh rose to prominence as a phenomenon thanks to her edgy short haircut and modern style.
Beauty icon of the 90s
Kieu Khanh's appearance created a new wave in beauty standards in Vietnam in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Her charming face combined with her signature short hairstyle helped her become the "postcard queen." Kieu Khanh's image appeared frequently on wall calendars and postcards, setting records for the number of copies published at the time.
Besides her striking appearance, she is also remembered by the public for her straightforward statement: "I love loyalty, I hate dishonesty." This has been considered a guiding principle in her life and conduct for decades.
A simple life and business in America.
After years away from the spotlight to settle in the US, the former beauty queen has maintained her stunning figure and youthful appearance despite approaching 60. Currently, she focuses most of her time on running a pho restaurant to make a living and take care of her family.
Although she is no longer actively involved in the arts, Kieu Khanh's life continues to receive attention from fans. Her efforts and optimistic spirit in her humble business ventures overseas have inspired many with her ability to adapt and the resilience of women after the glamour of the crown fades.
