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A New Era of Leadership

Meet Our 1992
Queen and Court

Miss Asian America 1992
Eleanor “Elsa” Sabas – Miss Talent
Julie Esguerra – Miss Asian California, Miss Asian Second Princess & Miss Congeniality
Ashley Yamada – Miss Asian America
Shiyena Chun – Miss Asian First Princess
Sylvia Gee – Miss Asian Third Princess

Ashley Yamada, Miss Asian America

Ashley Yamada

Miss Asian America

  • Shiyena Chun – Miss Asian First Princess
  • Julie Esguerra – Miss Asian California, Miss Asian Second Princess & Miss Congeniality
  • Sylvia Gee – Miss Asian Third Princess
  • Eleanor “Elsa” Sabas – Miss Talent

San Francisco, CA — August 8, 1992 — The 8th Annual Miss Asian America Pageant, held at the Palace of Fine Arts, featured 17 exceptional contestants from various cultural backgrounds, vying for the coveted Miss Asian America title.

In a dazzling display of talent and grace, Ashley Yamada, 21, with Japanese and Caucasian heritage from Honolulu, HI, emerged as the reigning Miss Asian America. Her remarkable performance captivated the audience.

Joining Ashley in the court were Shiyena Chun, who claimed the title of Miss Asian First Princess, and Julie Esguerra secured Miss Asian California, Miss Asian Second Princess and Miss Congeniality. Sylvia Gee was celebrated as Miss Asian Third Princess, while Eleanor “Elsa” Sabas astounded with her exceptional talent.

The event celebrated not only the beauty and talent of these remarkable women but also the rich tapestry of Asian cultures in the United States.

The national pageant stands as a testament to the strength and unity of Asian American women, encouraging young women to embrace their cultural heritage and pursue their dreams.

Pageant Night and Activities

Treasured Memories

Photos by House Mother Penny Wong Belleza

Each Delegate has a Story to Share

Meet the Delegates

Legacy Keepsake

Commemorate Pageant Night

Saturday, August 8, 1992
Palace of Fine Arts
San Francisco, CA

Cynthia Yoo
Age: 22 · Korean · Garden Grove, CA

Nancy Luu
Age: 23 · Vietnamese · San Francisco, CA

Mandeep Bevli
Age: 22 · Indian · Bellflower, CA

Sylvia Gee
Age: 25 · Chinese · Sacramento, CA

Leigh Ann Oshiro
Age: 25 · Japanese · Aiea, HI

Maria Rongavilla
Age: 21 · Filipino · San Gabriel, CA

Merle Wong
Age: 21 · Chinese · San Francisco, CA

Ruby Gee
Age: 23 · Chinese · Sacramento, CA

Elsa Sabas
Age: 23 · Filipino & Spanish · Wahiawa, HI

Julie Esguerra (Luck)
Age: 20 · Filipino & Chinese · Laguna Hills, CA

Shiyena Chun
Age: 18 · Korean · Honolulu, HI

Chen Liu
Age: 20 · Chinese (Taiwan) · Lancaster, CA

Jennifer Louie
Age: 19 · Chinese (Canton) · Elk Grove, CA

Star Narksompop
Age: 24 · Thai & Filipino · San Jose, CA

Sophie Tu
Age: 21 · Chinese (Shanghai) · San Jose, CA

Ashley Yamada
Age: 21 · Japanese & Caucasian · Honolulu, HI

Angie Hong
Age : 21 · Korean & Japanese · Foster City, CA

Sharyn Jung
Age: 24 · Chinese · Kaneohe, HI

Our Legacy

A Look Back at Our Past Queens & Delegates