- Ruth Ocumárez
) is a former beauty queen, actress and model.
Born and raised in the capital city, Ruth became a celebrity in her nation by becoming the first woman of predominantly
African heritage to represent the Dominican Republic in the widely popularMiss Universe pageant. While her previous predecessors were mainly ofEurope an or mixed heritage, Ruth became a popular figure in her country, and later in the pageant circuit. Due to her dark complexion and exuberant charm, she was given the nickname "la diosa de ébano" (the "Ebony Goddess") by the Dominican public and press.At the 2002 Miss Universe pageant held in
Puerto Rico , Ruth was considered by many to be chosen as one of the semifinalists in that event. Due to her personality, charm, and excellent interviewing, many pageant enthuasist felt that the Dominican Republic had an opportunity in winning its first title in this international event. However, for unknown reasons, she was not selected causing many internet users and bloggers to coin the term the" Ruth Ocumárez Award." The term is used to classify a pageant contestant who seems guaranteed to be selected as a finalist, but doesn't make the list at the end. [ [http://www.elanecdotario.com/2004/julio/30/julio30a.html El Anecdotario] ]While she did not win the pageant, it would be another year before the Dominican Republic would win its first title in the pageant when
Amelia Vega walked off with the honor inPanama City . After her reign was over, Ruth entered the world of modeling where she appeared in many Dominican,Europe an, and Puerto Rican periodicals. She also branched out into acting, starring in the Dominican film "Perico Ripiao". Besides her work in film, Ocumárez also has experience as a television hostess on Puerto Rican television.It was reported in 2007 that Ocumárez had become engaged to flamboyant entertainment personality
Sixto Nolasco . Nolasco, who was interviewed by journalistCarmen Jovet declared that he was "tired of beinggay ," and that he intends to start a family with his new wife. As of January 2008, there has been no date date for the proposed nuptials. [ [http://www.primerahora.com/noticia/farandula/espectaculos_asi/quiere_morir_al_lado_de_una_mujer/91900 Quiero Morir al lado de una Mujer] from "Primera Hora " dated "July 21, 2007"]References
External links
* [http://www.wmtnet.com/ruth/ Official Website]
* [http://imdb.com/name/nm1203724/ Ruth Ocumárez] on theInternet Movie Database
* [http://www.avalonmagazine.com/id11.html Fashion Shoot]
* [http://www.fashionmodeldirectory.com/models/Ruth_Ocum%E1rez Ruth Ocumárez fashion profile]
* [http://www.elanecdotario.com/2004/julio/30/julio30a.html Ruth Ocumárez profile]
* [http://www.latinartmuseum.com/ocumarez.htm Short Fashion Profile]
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