Alexandria Mills, 18, was the surprise winner in the 60th annual contest, which took place in southern China. Emma Wareus of Botswana came in second place and Adriana Vasini of Venezuela placed third.

The tall, American blonde recently graduated from high school and would like to become a teacher someday, according to her biography on the Miss World website.

American Alexandria Mills wins Miss World 2010 in China - Alexandria Mills - Miss World


American Alexandria Mills wins Miss World 2010 in China - Alexandria Mills - Miss World