Avis Harrell

"Miss Black America
Washington D.C."

Winning the title "Miss Black America D.C." taught me that I could do anything in my life as long as I put God first.

If I had to choose one of the most exciting times in my career, it would be the moment the crown was placed on my head.  I couldn't stop crying!

Avis Harrell

at the airport headed to the national pageant in
Gary Indiana

 I have to say that my Sister Ayana and Mrs. Ruth Turner were my greatest encouragers during this time.

Avis - Being in a beauty pageant was more than just being beautiful.  We were judged on our thought process, talent, grace and overall excellence.  This was a great stepping stone and I still strive to keep
these qualities.

There were different event every day.  I did many commercials, went to seminars and participated in many programs while visiting Gary Indiana. 

1975      

Still winning contest!

Ron Baker entered this photo in a Rio De Janeiro, Brazil Photo contest.  It won for "The Beautiful Black Woman" portion of the exhibit October 2009.

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