July 23, 1984: Suzette Charles Crowned as the Second Black Miss. America

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July 23, 1984: Suzette Charles Crowned as the Second Black Miss. America

On this day of July 1984, we celebrate the success of an African-American model who turned out to be the second Black Miss. America. Suzette Charles who was born as Suzette DeGaetano is an American actress, model, singer, and entertainer. She was born on March 2, 1963, in Mays Landing, New Jersey. She is the […]

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