Despite receiving the highest scores in interview and swimsuit, in addition to having the highest averaged semifinal score, Andersen placed as the first runner-up to Margaret Gardiner of South Africa; this was the best result for an American delegate at Miss Universe since Amanda Jones placed as the first runner-up at Miss Universe 1973.
Despite scoring top marks in interviews and swimsuit competitions, as well as having the best average semifinal score, Andersen came in second place to Margaret Gardiner from South Africa. This was the highest achievement for an American delegate at Miss Universe since Amanda Jones's second-place finish in 1973.