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Marilyn Elaine Van Derbur (born June 16, 1937) is an American author, motivational speaker, and beauty pageant titleholder. In July 1957, she was crowned Miss Colorado 1957. On September 7, 1957, she was crowned Miss America 1958 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, by the outgoing Miss America 1957, Marian McKnight.
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Oct 25, 2019 · Marilyn Van Derbur was crowned Miss America in 1958, but kept her secret of being abused by her father for decades. Now, she shares her story and helps other survivors overcome shame and heal in a new documentary.
Marilyn Van Derbur is a leading voice for childhood sexual abuse survivors. She shares her journey of recovery, healing and mission in her book, videos, speeches and documentary.
Oct 13, 2005 · He died in 1984. Van Derbur, 53, met with reporters Thursday after telling her story to a support group meeting at the Kempe National Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and...
Oct 22, 2021 · By Sydney Page. October 22, 2021 at 6:00 a.m. EDT. Marilyn Van Derbur in 1957 after she was crowned Miss America 1958. (Heritage Auctions) 8 min. The crystal-covered crown was stowed away for...
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Apr 27, 2020 · Watch former Miss America and incest survivor, Marilyn Van Derbur, share her story of abuse and recovery in this local public television program. The 11th Hour is a news and public affairs show that airs on PBS12.
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