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Norma Cappagli: Biography, Facts and Career

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Norma Cappagli
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Norma Gladys Cappagli (20 September 1939 – 22 December 2020) was an Argentine model and beauty queen who won the 1960 Miss World contest, after being crowned Miss Argentina World 1960. She was the first model from Argentina to win the title. The pageant was held in London, United Kingdom. Her prize was £500 and a sports car. After her reign as Miss World ended, Cappagli worked as a model. In 1962, she recorded the song "Sexy World" with Armando Sciascia. The song is featured in the T.V. show Velvet. She died in Fernández Hospital in Buenos Aires on 22 December 2020 after being run over by a bus on 17 December.

Quick facts about Norma Cappagli

  • Full name: Norma Cappagli
  • Born: 1939-09-20
  • Nationality: Argentina
  • Known as: Fashion figure
  • Wikidata ID: Q627391

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Who is Norma Cappagli?

Norma Gladys Cappagli (20 September 1939 – 22 December 2020) was an Argentine model and beauty queen who won the 1960 Miss World contest, after being crowned Miss Argentina World 1960.

What nationality is Norma Cappagli?

Norma Cappagli is Argentina.

When was Norma Cappagli born?

Norma Cappagli was born on 1939-09-20.

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