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Frøken Norge 2008
The Frøken Norge 2008 beauty pageant was held in Lillestrøm, Norway on 20 April 2008. 10 finalists out of 2110 applicants were chosen after weeks of public voting to compete the final night, trying to win the coveted crown. All of the 10 finalists represented their hometown in the contest. The eventual winner, Lene Egeli from Stavanger, a former Norway's Next Top Model runner-up, represented Norway in Miss World 2008 in South Africa. Final results Judges *Kristin Spitznogle (psychologist/sexologist) *Camilla Feranley (choreographer) *Per Heimly (photographer) *Daniel Hamnes (TV host and son of the National Director Geir Hamnes) *Stig Kjos (the Norwegian Bachelor 2008) *Christian August Stang (stylist) *Alf Gunnar Sørby Nilsen (musician/TV presenter) *Sigrid Bonde Tusvik (comedian) Notes *Originally, Lisa-Mari Moen Jünge was chosen to represent Norway in Miss Universe 2008, but since she already had crowned her successor, Lene Egeli, the Miss Universe Organization declare ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lene Egeli
Lene Egeli (born 27 March 1987 in Stavanger, Norway) is a Norwegian model and beauty pageant titleholder who won the title of Frøken Norge (Miss Norway) 2008, on 21 April 2008. She went on to represent Norway in Miss World 2008 in Johannesburg, South Africa on 13 December 2008. She did not advance to the semi-final Egeli competed in ''Norway's Next Top Model'' in 2006, in which she placed as the 1st runner-up; Årets Ansikt ("Face of the Year") in 2004, in which she placed as the 2nd runner-up and the people's choice; and a modeling contest in China. She also made a television commercial for the American American(s) may refer to: * American, something of, from, or related to the United States of America, commonly known as the "United States" or "America" ** Americans, citizens and nationals of the United States of America ** American ancestry, pe ... cosmetics company Revlon. She has completed high school and has worked as an assistant teacher and model. Referenc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oslo
Oslo ( , , or ; sma, Oslove) is the capital and most populous city of Norway. It constitutes both a county and a municipality. The municipality of Oslo had a population of in 2022, while the city's greater urban area had a population of in 2019, and the metropolitan area had an estimated population of in 2021. During the Viking Age the area was part of Viken. Oslo was founded as a city at the end of the Viking Age in 1040 under the name Ánslo, and established as a ''kaupstad'' or trading place in 1048 by Harald Hardrada. The city was elevated to a bishopric in 1070 and a capital under Haakon V of Norway around 1300. Personal unions with Denmark from 1397 to 1523 and again from 1536 to 1814 reduced its influence. After being destroyed by a fire in 1624, during the reign of King Christian IV, a new city was built closer to Akershus Fortress and named Christiania in honour of the king. It became a municipality (''formannskapsdistrikt'') on 1 January 1838. The city ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Miss Norway
Miss Norway (formerly known as "Frøken Norge") is a national beauty pageant in Norway The pageant was founded in 1950, where the winners were sent to Miss Universe. History Miss Norway was held for first time in 1950 by Dagbladet Magazine. There were no official Frøken Norge or Miss Norway titleholders from 1975 to 1982 during which Norwegian model agencies sent girls to international pageants. Since 1983 the pageant was run by Frøken Norge Corporation. In 2000 - 2010, the pageant was sponsored by TV2 Network. Traditionally, the winner will get a chance to compete at Miss World pageant. Meanwhile, the runners-up will compete at Miss Universe, Miss International and Miss Europe. Sometimes the winner will be able to compete at the other pageants. In May 2012, a new concept called "Miss Universe Norway" was established by the company "Motivaction AS" after the application for the license for Miss Universe in Norway was approved. The same year, the "Miss World Norway" competi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vietnam
Vietnam or Viet Nam ( vi, Việt Nam, ), officially the Socialist Republic of Vietnam,., group="n" is a country in Southeast Asia, at the eastern edge of mainland Southeast Asia, with an area of and population of 96 million, making it the world's sixteenth-most populous country. Vietnam borders China to the north, and Laos and Cambodia to the west. It shares maritime borders with Thailand through the Gulf of Thailand, and the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia through the South China Sea. Its capital is Hanoi and its largest city is Ho Chi Minh City (commonly known as Saigon). Vietnam was inhabited by the Paleolithic age, with states established in the first millennium BC on the Red River Delta in modern-day northern Vietnam. The Han dynasty annexed Northern and Central Vietnam under Chinese rule from 111 BC, until the first dynasty emerged in 939. Successive monarchical dynasties absorbed Chinese influences through Confucianism and Buddhism, and expanded ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hønefoss
__NOTOC__ Hønefoss is a List of cities in Norway, town and the administrative center of the municipalities of Norway, municipality of Ringerike (municipality), Ringerike in Buskerud county, Norway. Hønefoss is an industrial center of inner Østlandet, containing several factories and other industry. As of 1 January 2008, Hønefoss has 14,177 inhabitants. In 1852, Hønefoss received town status and was separated from Norderhov. In 1964, Hønefoss ceased being a separate municipality and became part of Ringerike. Etymology The town is named after Hønefossen, a waterfall on the Begna River. The first element is the name of the old farm ''Hønen'' (Norse language, Old Norse ''*Hœnvin''), the last element is ''foss'' meaning 'waterfall'. The name of the farm is a compound of a word ''*hœn-'' (with an unknown meaning) and ''vin'' f 'meadow'. Location Hønefoss is located 63 kilometres northwest by road from the Norwegian capital of Oslo. Hønefoss is situated north of Lake Tyrifjo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Miss Universe Organization
Miss Universe is an annual international beauty pageant that is run by a United States and Thailand based Miss Universe Organization.Natalie Tadena (July 2, 2015"Donald Trump's Miss USA Pageant Lands on Reelz Cable Channel". ''The Wall Street Journal''. It is one of the most watched pageants in the world with an estimated audience of over 500 million viewers in over 190 territories. Along with Miss World, Miss International, and Miss Earth, Miss Universe is one of the Big Four international beauty pageants. The Miss Universe Organization is currently owned by JKN Global Group. Telemundo has the licensing rights to air the pageant through 2023. The pageant's advocacy is "humanitarian issues and is a voice to affect positive change in the world." The current Miss Universe is Harnaaz Sandhu of India who was crowned on December 13, 2021 in Eilat, Israel. History The title "Miss Universe" was first used by the International Pageant of Pulchritude in 1926. This contest ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Miss Universe 2008
Miss Universe 2008 was the 57th Miss Universe pageant, held at the Crown Convention Center in Nha Trang, Vietnam on July 14, 2008. This was the first time that the Miss Universe pageant was broadcast in 1080i High-definition. At the end of the event, Riyo Mori of Japan crowned Dayana Mendoza as Miss Universe 2008. It is Venezuela's first victory in 12 years, and the fifth victory of the country in the pageant's history. Contestants from 80 countries and territories competed in this year's pageant. The pageant was hosted by Jerry Springer and member of the UK pop group Spice Girls Mel B. American singer-songwriter Lady Gaga performed in this year's pageant. The competition also featured the debut of the new CAO Fine Jewelry Crown, which was designed by the Phu Nhuan Jewelry Company and Vietnamese-American jewelry designer Rosalina Lydster. The crown is made with 18k white and yellow gold and platinum, with over 1,000 precious stones including of diamonds. The crown is said ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sigrid Bonde Tusvik
Sigrid Bonde Tusvik (born 2 February 1980) is a Norwegian television presenter and entertainer. Early life Tusvik was born in Nordstrand in Oslo, Norway. She went to Westerdals School of Communication. Career She has appeared many times on the television programme '' Torsdag kveld fra Nydalen'' (Thursday night from Nydalen Nydalen is a neighbourhood in the Nordre Aker borough in northern Oslo, Norway. History In the late 19th century, the banks of the Akerselva River were dotted with various industrial buildings, Nydalen included. However, a transformation soon ...) on the Norwegian television channel TV 2. Publications * ''Noe med media: en bok om hva du kan bli'' (Something with Media: A book about what you can become), 2008, * ''Glitterfitter: helt sanne historier om å være ung kvinne'' (Glittercunts: totally true stories about being a young woman), 2009, Filmography * ''Hjelp, vi er i filmbransjen'' (2011) Personal life Tusvik is married to Martin Jøndahl [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wardrobe Stylist
A wardrobe stylist, also fashion stylist, is a consultant who selects the clothing for published editorial features, print or television advertising campaigns, music videos, concert performances, and any public appearances made by celebrities, models or other public figures. Stylists are often part of a larger creative team assembled by the client, collaborating with the fashion designer, photographer/ director, hair stylist, and makeup artist to put together a particular look or theme for the specific project. A wardrobe stylist can also be referred to as a fashion stylist, fashion editor, or celebrity stylist. According to one view, "Stylists are the people who push each celebrity to make the best dressed list," and assist with editorial photo shoots. The job description varies greatly depending on the assignment. Stylists in the editorial and celebrity fields work primarily with designer samples, which are shown during fashion presentations and are lent to members of the fash ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Bachelor (US TV Series)
''The Bachelor'' is an American dating and relationship reality television series that debuted on March 25, 2002, on ABC. For its first 25 seasons, the show was hosted by Chris Harrison. As the flagship of the original ''The Bachelor'' franchise, its success resulted in several spin-offs including '' The Bachelorette'', ''Bachelor Pad'', '' Bachelor in Paradise'', '' Bachelor in Paradise: After Paradise'', '' The Bachelor Winter Games'', '' The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart'', and ''The Bachelor: The Greatest Seasons – Ever!'', as well as spawning many international editions of the shows. On September 28, 2021, the series was renewed for a twenty-sixth season with season five bachelor Jesse Palmer returning to the ''Bachelor'' franchise, this time as host. On May 13, 2022, ABC renewed the series for a twenty-seventh season. Production The series was created by Mike Fleiss. The After The Final Rose' and other reunion specials were originally produced at Victory ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Per Heimly
Per Arne Heimly (born February 4, 1972) is a Norwegian contemporary and commercial art photographer.Per Heimly begjæres konkurs , E24, 3 November 2009, retrieved 2011-07-24Schuster, Dana (2010) A Toyland for Grown-Ups , '''', 7 May 2010, retrieved 2011-07-24 Well known for his celebrity portraits, Heimly's art practice includes video and installation artwork, in addition to a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sexology
Sexology is the scientific study of human sexuality, including human sexual interests, behaviors, and functions. The term ''sexology'' does not generally refer to the non-scientific study of sexuality, such as social criticism. Sexologists apply tools from several academic fields, such as anthropology, biology, medicine, psychology, epidemiology, sociology, and criminology. Topics of study include sexual development (puberty), sexual orientation, gender identity, sexual relationships, sexual activities, paraphilias, and atypical sexual interests. It also includes the study of sexuality across the lifespan, including child sexuality, puberty, adolescent sexuality, and sexuality among the elderly. Sexology also spans sexuality among those with mental or physical disabilities. The sexological study of sexual dysfunctions and disorders, including erectile dysfunction and anorgasmia, are also mainstays. History Early Sex manuals have existed since antiquity, such as Ovid's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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