1. Overview
Thạch Thu ThảoThạch Thu ThảoVietnamese (born August 13, 2001) is a Vietnamese model and beauty pageant titleholder. She is widely recognized for her significant achievements in both national and international beauty competitions. These include being crowned Miss South Can Tho University 2021, securing the title of 2nd Runner-Up at Miss Ethnic Vietnam 2022, and subsequently representing Vietnam at the Miss Earth 2022 pageant, where she successfully placed in the Top 20. Thạch Thu Thảo is also notable as a member of Vietnam's Khmer Krom ethnic minority.
2. Early life and education
Thạch Thu Thảo's early life was rooted in Trà Vinh, Vietnam, where she was born and raised as a member of the Khmer Krom ethnic minority. Her academic pursuits led her to South Can Tho University.
2.1. Birth and ethnicity
Thạch Thu Thảo was born on August 13, 2001. She hails from Trà Vinh, Vietnam, where she was raised. She is an ethnic Khmer person, belonging to the Khmer minority group in Vietnam.
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2.2. Education
Thạch Thu Thảo pursued her higher education at South Can Tho University, where she was a student.
3. Pageant career
Thạch Thu Thảo's pageant career began in 2021, quickly progressing from a university title to national and international competitions, notably achieving success at Miss Ethnic Vietnam and Miss Earth.
3.1. Miss South Can Tho University 2021
In 2021, Thạch Thu Thảo participated in the Miss South Can Tho University pageant. She achieved the highest position, being crowned the winner of the competition. She succeeded Lê Thị Tường Vy as Miss South Can Tho University and was later succeeded by Nguyễn Thị Thu Ngân.
3.2. Miss Universe Vietnam 2022
In 2022, Thạch Thu Thảo registered to compete in the 5th season of Miss Universe Vietnam. She advanced to the Top 71 of the competition.
3.3. Miss Ethnic Vietnam 2022
Following her participation in Miss Universe Vietnam 2022, Thạch Thu Thảo continued her pageant journey by entering the Miss Ethnic Vietnam 2022 contest. In this competition, she was crowned the 2nd Runner-Up. Additionally, she received a special award, the Miss Ethnic Fashion award, for her distinctive style and presentation. She succeeded Nguyễn Thị Loan as the 2nd Runner-Up of Miss Ethnic Vietnam.
3.4. Miss Earth 2022
Thạch Thu Thảo was officially announced as Vietnam's representative for Miss Earth 2022. This announcement was made during a press conference held by Nova Entertainment Company, which was also involved in hosting the Miss Earth 2023 contest in Nha Trang, Vietnam. The Miss Earth 2022 pageant took place in the Philippines. In the final show, Thạch Thu Thảo successfully placed in the Top 20. She succeeded Nguyễn Thị Vân Anh as Miss Earth Vietnam and was later succeeded by Đỗ Thị Lan Anh.
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4. Achievements
Thạch Thu Thảo's pageant journey is marked by several significant titles and special recognitions, showcasing her success across various competitions.
4.1. Major pageant titles
- Winner, Miss South Can Tho University 2021
- Top 71, Miss Universe Vietnam 2022
- 2nd Runner-Up, Miss Ethnic Vietnam 2022
- Top 20, Miss Earth 2022
4.2. Special awards
- Miss Ethnic Fashion (at Miss Ethnic Vietnam 2022)
5. Personal life
Thạch Thu Thảo was born in Trà Vinh, Vietnam, which is considered her hometown. She currently resides in both Cần Thơ and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. As a model and beauty queen, she is managed by Nova Entertainment Company, a partnership that began in 2022. Her physical attributes include a height of 5.8 ft (1.77 m), brown eyes, black hair, and yellow skin, which are characteristic of her ethnic background.
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