Miss U titleholders from Puerto Rico joined the 16th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade
In celebration of the 16th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade (54th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade since its inception as a local organization), NPRDP and American Airlines, have recruited three Puerto Rican women who have held the Miss Universe title to march in this year’s celebration. Marisol Malaret (Miss Universe 1970), Dayanara Torres (1993) and Zuleyka Rivera (2006) appeared on the American Airlines float and served as spokespersons for homeless youth issues. American Airlines, Official Airline of the National Puerto Rican Day Parade, has committed to raising awareness of the Covenant House by visiting the Manhattan location, bringing donated items to those living there and partnering on fundraising opportunities.