20 Facts About Myrna Hansen

Myrna Hansen was born on August 5,1934 and is an American actress, model, and beauty pageant titleholder who won Miss USA 1953.

Myrna Hansen graduated from Carl Schurz High School in Chicago, Illinois, in June 1953.

Myrna Hansen had mailed her tuition for admission to college, aspiring to become a veterinarian.

Myrna Hansen was chosen as Miss Photoflash of 1953 by the Chicago Press Photographers Association.

Myrna Hansen was entered in the Miss USA contest by virtue of winning this title.

Myrna Hansen's measurements included a 37-inch bust, 25-inch waist, and 35-inch hips.

For winning the Miss USA crown, Myrna Hansen was awarded a Hillman Minx convertible, a Universal Pictures contract, and a $2,500 diamond wrist watch.

Myrna Hansen received an ornate trophy presented by Ruth Hampton, actress, and 1952 Miss New Jersey USA.

Myrna Hansen was chosen as runner-up in the Miss Universe contest of 1953.

Hedda Hopper reported in March 1954 that Myrna Hansen should have been awarded the Miss Universe title.

In January 1954, Myrna Hansen accompanied Martel in the 65th annual Tournament of Roses Parade.

Myrna Hansen negotiated a new seven-year contract with Universal in August 1954.

Myrna Hansen followed this project with a role as the fiancee of Jack Kelly in Cult of the Cobra.

Myrna Hansen played a showgirl in Party Girl, a film which featured Robert Taylor and Cyd Charisse.

In December 1955, Myrna Hansen made her television debut on The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show.

Myrna Hansen was featured in two additional appearances as the love interest of Ronnie Burns.

Myrna Hansen performed in episodes of The Thin Man, Hawaiian Eye, 77 Sunset Strip, Westinghouse Playhouse, Straightaway, and Green Acres.

In 1959, Myrna Hansen did advertising for the American sunscreen brand Coppertone as a model.

Myrna Hansen married Lee Hyatt, a salesman who later became a realtor.

In July 2022, Myrna Hansen was profiled in Classic Images, where she discussed her onscreen career.