The original caption from this 1970 picture read, "Marisol Malaret, Miss Universe 1970, is a 20-year-old delegate representing Puerto Rico who was selected from a field of 64 in Miami Beach. True to her name, which means "Sun and Surf," Marisol loves swimming and beaches. She has sparkling green eyes, dark brown hair, stands 5' 8 1/2" and her other vital statistics are 35-23-35."

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Marisol Malaret, Miss Universe 1970, poses in the official swimsuit of the 1970 Miss Universe Pageant. Founded in 1952 by Catalina Swimsuits, the Miss Universe Pageant began as a product promotion.

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Immediately after the broadcast of the 1970 Miss Universe Pageant, Marisol Malaret, Miss Universe 1970, is surrounded by her court. Delegates have the opportunity to congratulate the new winner at the coronation ball that follows the pageant.

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President Nixon accepts a gift from Marisol Malaret, Miss Universe 1970. It is not unusual for Miss Universe to meet heads of state, dignitaries and politicians.

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Marisol Malaret, Miss Universe 1970, from Puerto Rico, poses for a photo. Marisol was the first of three representatives from Puerto Rico who became Miss Universe.

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Marisol Malaret, Miss Universe 1970, from Puerto Rico, tries on one of two fur coats that she received as part of her prize pacakge. Although Miss Universe no longer receives furs, she does receive a prize package with gifts from sponsors ranging from Clairol to Mikimoto Pearls and Hoya Crystal.

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Marisol Malaret, Miss Universe 1970, models one of two fur coats that she received as part of her prize package. Fur is no longer given to Miss Universe, however, she does receive a prize package that includes Mikimoto Pearls, Maurice Lacroix watches and a Hoya Crystal statue.

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Marisol Malaret, Miss Universe 1970, models a modern 1970's daytime look. Miss Universe is held to high fashion standards and always is on the cutting edge of fashion.

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Marisol Malaret, Miss Universe 1970, poses in the evening gown in which she won her title. Malaret competed in the 19th Annual Miss Universe Pageant in evening gown, swimwear and interview categories.

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