Fairy tale: Miss Bulgaria gives Sherri Hill gown to single mom’s daughter

This lucky girl will definitely feel like a prom queen in the beautiful gown from her fairy godmother, Miss Universe Bulgaria 2016 Violina Ancheva.

Ancheva said on Tue that the gown which she wore on the 65th Miss Universe pageant will go to 15-year-old Zyra Nicole Cifra, daughter of single mom Issay Gallano. 

Gallano is one of those who responded to the beauty queen’s post about the navy blue, two-piece top and tulle skirt set by American designer Sherri Hill. In the post, Ancheva said that she wanted to give the gown to a “girl in need that can’t buy a dress for her prom next month.”

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According to a report by CNN Philippines, Gallano couldn’t afford a nice gown for her daughter since she is the only breadwinner in the family. 

“I was checking my SSS (Social Security System) already so I can buy her a dress because she really wanted a memorable prom this year. And then this necklace I’m ready to pawn this just to add to the budget,” Gallano said.

The  21-year-old beauty queen said that she felt the need to give back. She added that this is “the most beautiful thing” she has ever done for somebody. 

“I know how she feels and I’m happy I gave it to you, and your daughter will have the best dress of the evening,” said Ancheva.




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