Jessica Tandy Jessica Tandy Jessica Tandy (born Jessie Alice Tandy; 7 June 1909 – 11 September 1994) was an English stage and film actress best known for her Academy Award winning performance in the film "Driving Miss Daisy". Tandy appeared in over 100 stage productions and had more than 60 roles in film and TV. Born in London to Jessie Helen Horspool and commercial traveller Harry Tandy, she was only 18 when she made her professional debut on the London stage in 1927. During the 1930s, she appeared in a large number of plays in London's West End, playing roles such as
Miss Costa Rica 2009 Miss Costa Rica 2009 The Miss Costa Rica 2009 was held on March 27, 2009. Nine contestants entered, each representing a province and national capital. The pageant was held in the capital city. The location was The "Auditorio del Museo de los Niños de Costa Rica". Jessica Umaña, representing the National Capital, was crowned the winner. Umaña, who stands 1.75 m tall, was one of the favorites for the title. This was her second try at the crown -she had competed in Miss Costa Rica 2008-, but withdrew before the finals took place. She decided to try again, winning the