Shandi Finnessey

Shandi Finnessey (born 1979 in St. Louis, Missouri, USA) is a model and best known for winning the 2004 Miss USA [1] pageant, as the contestant from Missouri. She was before Miss Metro St.Louis in 2002 and Miss Missouri in 2002 .

With a background as a professional model, Shandi has graced runways, billboards, print media and television commercials. In her spare time she paints, knits, plays both the violin and piano masterfully, and practices yoga and meditation. She has even gone bungee jumping to conquer her fear of heights. An honors graduate from Lindenwood University in Missouri, Shandi completed her Bachelor of Science in psychology in just three and a half years. In 2002 she authored a childrens book, The Furrtails , which helps children appreciate individuality and understand their peers who have disabilities.

1 Schools
2 Appearance
3 Filmography
4 Social Activities
5 Trivia
6 Quotes
7 Weblinks

Schools

High School: Incarnate Word Academy; Year Completed: 1996
College: Lindenwood University; Area of Study: Psychology; Year Completed: 1999; Degree: Bachelor of Science
Post Graduate: Lindenwood University; Area of Study: Counseling; Degree: Master's Degree

Appearance

Vital Stats:
Height: 5'11" 1.72 m
Weight:.
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Blonde

Filmography

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (2004) (TV) .... Herself – Grand Marshal
Miss USA (2004) (TV) .... Miss Missouri USA/Miss USA 2004

Social Activities

Variety Club Telethon
St. Louis Cardinal's Winter Warm Up for local charities
AIDS Foundation
Special Olympics in St. Louis
Gilda's Club

Trivia

Favorite movie: "A Beautiful Mind"
Favorite song: "Eye of the Tiger"
Favorite sport: Kickball
Favorite food: A #2 Extra Value Meal from McDonald's...Supersized!

Quotes

What is the craziest thing you have ever done? I conquered a fear of heights and water by bungee jumping from a crane over a lake. And if that's not crazy enough, I also wrestled a greased pig in a mud pit.

Weblinks

Categories: 1979 births | Miss USA winners | American models