Name: Theresa Vaotupu Thomsen

 Date of Birth:             4^th January 1964 

 Place of Birth:  American Samoa

 Parents - Father: Edward John  Mother: Violet Theresa

 Year you were crowned Miss Samoa: 1983

 Where was it held? : Hotel Kitano Tusitala    sponsored by: South Pacific Industries (Hon.Joe Keil)

 What were some of the highlights of the evening as you saw it?

 Winning the Miss Samoa Title and getting to know the other girls.

 Did you dedicate this win to someone? Who was it, and why?

 My mother, she was a wonderful person and was always there for me.

 What were some of the highlights during your reign?

 Attending the Miss World Pageant in London

 Briefly describe your career path after your reign as Miss Samoa.

 §         Was a flight attendant with Samoa Airlines in Hawaii and with Polynesian Airlines in Apia

§         Did a bit of travel around the South Pacific region.

 Briefly tell us what you do at present? (Business, studying etc..)

 Doing a bit of catering. I also participate in the “9.15” catholic youth group.

 What do you hope to achieve in the next 5 years

 Expand the catering business, and help my children with their education.

 What is your most valuable advice to young Samoan women in today’s changing Samoan community?

 To be involved in the development of their families, country and the church.