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Janelle Commissiong (Janelle 'Penny' Commissiong) was born on 15 June, 1953 in Port of Spain, Colony of Trinidad and Tobago, is a Trinidadian politician and model (born 1953). Discover Janelle Commissiong's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 70 years old?

Popular As Janelle 'Penny' Commissiong
Occupation N/A
Age 70 years old
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Born 15 June 1953
Birthday 15 June
Birthplace Port of Spain, Colony of Trinidad and Tobago
Nationality Trinidad and Tobago

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Janelle Commissiong Height, Weight & Measurements

At 70 years old, Janelle Commissiong height is 1.65m .

Physical Status
Height 1.65m
Weight Not Available
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Eye Color Brown
Hair Color Brown

Dating & Relationship status

She is currently single. She is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about She's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, She has no children.

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Janelle Commissiong Net Worth

Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Janelle Commissiong worth at the age of 70 years old? Janelle Commissiong’s income source is mostly from being a successful Model. She is from Trinidad and Tobago. We have estimated Janelle Commissiong's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
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Source of Income Model

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1953

Janelle "Penny" Commissiong, TC (born June 15, 1953) is a Trinidadian politician, model and beauty queen who was crowned Miss Universe 1977.

She studied at Bishop Anstey High School.

migrated to the United States at the age of 13, and returned to Trinidad and Tobago ten years later.

1976

In New York City, she studied fashion at the Fashion Institute of Technology, but returned to Port of Spain in 1976.

1977

After winning the Miss Trinidad and Tobago Universe title, she went on to be crowned Miss Universe 1977 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and in the process became the first black woman to win the prestigious pageant crown.

After winning the title, she was most commonly known as 'Penny' because she was small as a penny.

The following year, Commissiong was selected to represent the country at the 1977 Miss Universe competition in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

She was elected Miss Photogenic four days before the final, becoming the first black woman to win these awards in Miss Universe history.

On July 16, in the National Theater of Santo Domingo, Commissiong was crowned Miss Universe, attracting international attention as the first black winner in the chronology of Miss Universe.

During her reign, she was an advocate for black rights and world peace.

Commissiong was awarded the Trinity Cross, the country's highest award, in 1977.

Three postage stamps were also issued in her honour.

1989

She married Brian Bowen, founder of Bowen Marine, who died in an accident in November 1989.

After his death, she married businessman Alwin Chow.

2012

From 2012 to 2015 she had served as vice-chair of its predecessor agency, the Tourism Development Company.

2017

In 2017, Queen Street located in the capital of Port of Spain, was renamed to Queen Janelle Commissiong Street in tribute of her 1977 Miss Universe win.

Commissiong was named chair of the newly formed Tourism Trinidad Destination Management Company in October 2017.