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Olivia Culpo

Olivia Culpo is an American model, actress, and media personality who achieved prominence after winning the Miss Rhode Island USA, Miss USA 2012, and Miss Universe 2012 pageants. Her career has spanned across modeling, acting, and media engagements, making her a recognized figure in the entertainment and fashion industries.

1981: Shawn Weatherly Miss Universe Title

In 1981, Shawn Weatherly passed the Miss Universe title to Venezuela. Olivia Culpo was the third Miss Universe from the U.S. to pass the title to Venezuela, after Shawn Weatherly.

May 8, 1992: Olivia Culpo's Birth

On May 8, 1992, Olivia Frances Culpo was born. She later became an American model, actress, and media personality.

1996: Chelsi Smith Miss Universe Title

In 1996, Chelsi Smith passed the Miss Universe title to Venezuela. Olivia Culpo was the third Miss Universe from the U.S. to pass the title to Venezuela, after Chelsi Smith.

1997: Brook Lee Wins Miss Universe

In 1997 Brook Lee won Miss Universe. Olivia Culpo was the first representative from the U.S. to win the title since Brook Lee.

June 3, 2012: Winning Miss USA

On June 3, 2012, Olivia Culpo won the Miss USA pageant, marking her second major pageant victory after Miss Rhode Island USA.

July 6, 2012: Homecoming Celebration in Cranston

On July 6, 2012, Cranston held a homecoming celebration for Olivia Culpo after she won Miss USA. Mayor Allan Fung presented her with the key to the city.

December 19, 2012: Winning Miss Universe 2012

On December 19, 2012, Olivia Culpo won Miss Universe 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada, representing the United States. She is the first Rhode Islander to win the title.

2012: Culpo's Pageant Wins

In 2012, Olivia Culpo achieved significant recognition by winning Miss Rhode Island USA, Miss USA, and Miss Universe.

January 2013: Visit to Indonesia

In January 2013, Olivia Culpo visited Indonesia for three weeks, participating in events such as the crowning of Puteri Indonesia 2013 and hosting discussions on HIV prevention.

August 25, 2013: Street Named After Culpo

On August 25, 2013, the city council of Cranston approved a resolution to add Olivia Culpo's name to Albert Avenue.

September 10, 2013: Sherri Hill Fashion Show

On September 10, 2013, Olivia Culpo participated in the Sherri Hill fashion show, which was held at Trump Tower in New York City.

November 9, 2013: Crowning of Gabriela Isler

On November 9, 2013, Olivia Culpo crowned Gabriela Isler of Venezuela as her successor as Miss Universe.

August 2017: Restaurant Opening

In August 2017, Olivia Culpo and her family opened a restaurant in Rhode Island.

2018: Appearance on Model Squad

In 2018, Olivia Culpo appeared on the reality television show Model Squad.

2019: Relationship with Christian McCaffrey

In 2019, Olivia Culpo began her relationship with NFL running back Christian McCaffrey.

2020: Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover

In 2020, Olivia Culpo appeared on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue alongside Jasmine Sanders and Kate Bock.

2022: Miss Universe 2022 Pageant

In 2022, the Miss Universe 2022 pageant was held, later co-hosted by Olivia Culpo in January 2023.

January 2023: Co-hosting Miss Universe 2022

In January 2023, Olivia Culpo co-hosted the Miss Universe 2022 pageant.

April 7, 2023: Engagement Announcement

On April 7, 2023, Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey announced their engagement.

November 2023: Co-hosting Miss Universe 2023

In November 2023, Olivia Culpo co-hosted the Miss Universe 2023 pageant.

2023: The Masked Singer

In 2023, Olivia Culpo competed in season nine of The Masked Singer as "UFO" and was eliminated in the quarterfinals.

June 29, 2024: Wedding

On June 29, 2024, Olivia Culpo married Christian McCaffrey in Watch Hill, Rhode Island.

2024: Miss Universe 2024 Pageant

In 2024, the Miss Universe 2024 pageant was held, co-hosted by Olivia Culpo.

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