Bess Myerson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 16, 1924 |
|---|---|
| Age | 101 |
| Birthplace | The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Bess Myerson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Winning Miss America 1945, television appearances, and public service roles in New York City. |
Intro
Bess Myerson was an American politician, television personality, and the first and only Jewish Miss America. She gained national recognition after winning the Miss America pageant in 1945, breaking barriers for Jewish Americans during a time of prevalent antisemitism.
Early Life & Background
Bess Myerson was born to Russian-Jewish immigrant parents in The Bronx, New York. She grew up in the Sholem Aleichem Cooperative, a housing development for working-class Jews. Myerson attended Hunter College, graduating with a degree in music.
Career Highlights
- Won Miss America in 1945, becoming the first and so far only Jewish woman to hold the title.
- Served as New York City's Commissioner of Consumer Affairs from 1969 to 1973.
- Was a frequent television personality, notably appearing on the game show 'I've Got a Secret' and 'The Name's the Same.'
- Participated in civil rights causes and anti-discrimination campaigns.
- Ran for U.S. Senate in New York in 1980.
Trivia
- Bess Myerson refused endorsements from companies that discriminated against Jews after her Miss America win.
- Her Miss America win was seen as a significant milestone for Jewish Americans amid the backdrop of World War II and post-Holocaust.
- She was often called "The Most Famous Miss America" due to her barrier-breaking status and public service career.
FAQs
People also ask
Bess Myerson is 101 years old.
Bess Myerson was born the 16 July 1924.
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About July 16th, 1924, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 16, 1924, George "High Pockets" Kelly of the New York Giants hit a home run in his sixth consecutive game, setting a major league record.
- Day of the week: July 16th, 1924 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Oh Susanna by Wendell Hall & Shannon Quartet
- Popular movie: Beau Brummel directed by Harry Beaumont
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