Diana Hayden is a former beauty queen and actress from Andhra Pradesh, India. She was born on May 1, 1973, in Hyderabad, and grew up in a middle-class family.
Early Life
Hayden was interested in acting and modeling from a young age, and began participating in beauty pageants as a teenager. She completed her education in Hyderabad and later moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.
Pageantry
Hayden's big break came in 1997 when she won the Miss India pageant, which led to her representing India at the Miss World pageant in 1997. She won the Miss World crown, becoming the third Indian woman to do so after Reita Faria and Aishwarya Rai.
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After her pageant win, Hayden began her acting career with appearances in films and television shows. She made her film debut in the Bollywood film, "Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega," and later appeared in films such as "Ab Ke Baras," "Baaz," and "Yeh Dil." She also appeared on television shows such as "Kaun Banega Crorepati," "Bigg Boss," and "Nach Baliye."
In addition to acting, Hayden also worked as a television host and endorsed various brands. She has also been involved in philanthropic work, particularly in the fields of education and healthcare.
Personal Life
Hayden married Indian businessman Collin Dick in 2007, and the couple has a daughter together. She currently resides in Mumbai with her family.
Filmography
- Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega (2001)
- Ab Ke Baras (2002)
- Baaz (2003)
- Yeh Dil (2003)
Controversy
Hayden faced controversy in 2018 when she filed a defamation suit against Indian politician and actor, Prakash Raj, over comments he made about her on social media. The case is currently ongoing.
In addition to the defamation suit, Hayden has also faced criticism for her comments on various topics, including race and nationality. In 2016, she faced backlash for stating that she felt "more Indian than black" in an interview, and in 2018, she faced criticism for her comments on the nationality of Pakistani cricketer, Shahid Afridi.
Despite the controversy, Hayden has remained active in the entertainment industry and continues to work as an actress and television host. She has also continued her philanthropic efforts, collaborating with various organizations to promote education and healthcare in underprivileged communities.
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