History

FORMER MISS LOS ANGELES CHINATOWN TITLE HOLDERS WHAT THEY HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE

"Having been bestowed the honor of representing Chinatown, I set out on a journey to serve the community. The dedication of our community leaders inspired me to join in a more active role…where I will remain committed to the betterment of our growing community. My reign has allowed me to indulge in the richness of my culture and emerge with a greater respect of my heritage". - Dale A. Wong, Miss Los Angeles Chinatown 1989

"Being an American born Chinese, my eyes were opened to a "new world". I experienced the traditional customs and all the cultural ramifications of my ancestral heritage. I admire the strength and unity of our culture that binds us together. This was most apparent when my court and I held a benefit dinner dance for two worthy organizations in Chinatown…it was a truly unforgettable year"! - Christina Lynne Gong, Miss Los Angeles Chinatown 1990

"Being Miss L.A Chinatown provided me with valuable and enriching experiences that opened the doors to opportunities I would not have had otherwise. The many people that I have met and the places that my reign had taken me had broadened my knowledge of my culture, and heightened my awareness of the community. I realized how important it was to uphold our traditions, promote out values, and better our community". - Annie Liu, Miss Los Angeles Chinatown 1991

" Words cannot describe what my year meant to me. I was lucky to have received the crown, lucky to have the opportunity to help support the community. I smile every time I think of all the great friends I made and the great memories I have…the Fashion Show Benefit we organized was one of those memories…it raised over $10,000 for the Chinatown-it made we realize how we could help serve our community". - Ada Tai, Miss Los Angeles Chinatown 1992

"As Miss Los Angeles Chinatown, I was recognized as a good will ambassador of Chinatown. What did this mean? I soon found out that it meant speaking at numerous public functions in community. It meant my involvement of community issues so that I could relay our concerns to city officials. But what I learned about myself are three important things I can truly embrace: combining old and new traditions, appreciation of family and friends and a unified community". - Yennis Wong, Miss Los Angeles Chinatown 1995

"As a goodwill ambassador, I met individuals in the Chinese community as well as other diverse communities in the L.A area that were dedicated to encouraging multiplicity and friendships that would bring everyone together. Chinatown is a special place, especially for its people. From the school children at Castelar Elementary to senior citizens at he Chinatown Senior Citizen Center, Chinatown is a community blessed with generations of youth and wisdom, hope and history". - Emily Lau, Miss Los Angeles Chinatown 1996

"I sincerely believe that we, the members of my court and I, will forever be thankful for being able to participate in the Miss Los Angeles Chinatown program. We have grown individually as well as collectively. We have learned so much about ourselves, our community, our culture and most importantly, our heritage. We have been given bountiful opportunities to contribute to the growth and public awareness of our great community….I want to thank the Chinese Chamber of Commerce for having this program which has taught me how rewarding being an active member of the community can be". - Melody Liu, Miss Los Angeles Chinatown 1999