Riyo Mori was invited take part in upcoming film "Fighting" of Terrence Howard

Riyo and Rachel are invited to take part in the upcoming film, "Fighting" starring Terrence Howard. In production and shooting throughout New York City, the film opens in theaters in 2008. Fighting is a rough-hewn heroic tale about realizing dreams of glory, putting audiences ringside at high-stakes underground street fights. Other lead actor in the cast is Channing Tatum and the movie is directed by Dito Montiel.

Miss Universe 2007 visited Indonesia

Riyo poses with the poster designed for the evening's dinner event during her visit in Indonesia last Month (August).

Riyo Mori Crowned Miss Universe 2007

Mori is crowned Miss Universe 2007

by outgoing titleholder Zuleyka Rivera of Puerto Rico

Riyo Mori born December 24, 1986 in Aoi-ku, Shizuoka, Japan is a Japanese dance instructor who won the Miss Universe 2007 title in May 2007.

Mori began dancing at the age of 4. She has studied at Quinte Ballet School of Canada and also is a graduate from Centennial Secondary School in Belleville, Ontario, Canada. She still is in possession of her first ballet shoes.

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Riyo Mori (Japan) Got It! - The Miss Universe 2007

Finally the most beautiful and intellegent woman among the 77 delegates of Miss Universe 2007 was chosen. Held at the National Auditorium in Mexico City, Mexico, Miss Riyo Mori of Japan got the title as Miss Universe 2007.

She is the second Japenese woman who won this title since 1959. Now she is enjoying the following prizes she received.

1. A crown with a custom diamond and pearl crown designed by MIKIMOTO, valued at $250,000.
2. A year-long salary as MISS UNIVERSE.
3. Personal appearance wardrobe.
4. A New York City apartment for the year of her reign including living expenses.
5. Official MISS UNIVERSE pearl tiara, valued at $20,000 from Mikimoto.
6. A swimsuit wardrobe from BSC Swimwear Thailand.
7. A year's worth of hair care products and tools from Farouk Systems.
8. A custom designed wardroe by Tadashi.
9. A two-year scholarship from The NY Film Academy in New York City valued at up to $100,000.
10. Ritmo Mundo Jumbo Jet Mystery Dial time piece valued at $30,000.
11. A shoe wardrobe from Nina.
12. A national and international multi-media advertising campaign and a complete denim wardrobe from YMI Jeanswear.
13. A trophy from Rogaska Crystal.
14. Personal services including a year-long membership to Gravity Fitness and year-long pampering at New York City's John Barrett Salon.
15. Modeling portfolio by leading New York City fashion photographer Fadil Berisha.
16. Casting opportunities and professional representation by the Miss Universe Organization.
17. Extensive travel opportunities with a personal travel manager representing sponsors and charitable partners.
18. Access to various New York City events including movie premiers and screenings, Broadway shows and launch parties.
19. Consultation with stylist Billie Causieestko and access to an event wardrobe from leading fashion designers.
20. Professional public relations media training.
21. Professional media/public relations representation by Rubenstein Public Relations and Planet PR in New York City.
22. Year-long dermatology and skin services provided by Dr. Cheryl Thellman-Karcher.

Miss Japan

RIYO MORI of Japan
Miss Universe 2007
Miss Japan
2007

AGE: 20

HEIGHT: 5'8

HAIR COLOR: BROWN

EYE COLOR: BROWN

Riyo Mori in her Swimwear