Geri Hoo
# Geri Hoo

Geri Hoo (1939 - Dec. 29, 2007) was an American actress and beauty pageant titleholder. Hoo was Miss Hawaii Universe 1958.

## Early life

In 1939, Hoo was born. Hoo's father was Herbert N. Hoo. Hoo's mother was Amy Kui Kiao Hoo (1920-2000), a realtor in Hawaii. Hoo's sibling are Sidney Hung, Vernon, Rick, Randy, and Sharon.

## Career

In 1958, Hoo represented Hawaii and ended up as the second runner up at the 7th Miss Universe contest.

Hoo had a minor part in the 1962 film Confessions of an Opium Eater.

## Filmography

### Television series

* 1959 The Millionaire - Miss Hawaii.

### Films

* 1962 Confessions of an Opium Eater - 2nd Dancing girl.

## Personal life

In 1958, Hoo married Austin F. Phillips. They have four children. Hoo and her family lived in Los Angeles, California.

Hoo was also known as Geri DeWelles. Hoo was a resident of Costa Mesa, California. On December 29, 2007, Hoo died. Hoo was 68.

