Background
Prior to competing in Mission Texas United States of America, Jefferson grew up in Keller, Texas, attended Keller High School where she was active in the high school band program, serving as drum major.
Prior to competing in Mission Texas United States of America, Jefferson grew up in Keller, Texas, attended Keller High School where she was active in the high school band program, serving as drum major.
She continued her education at Texas Wesleyan University. She is the daughter of a salesman, who changed jobs frequently. At the 1987 pageant, she placed first in the preliminary competition, second in semifinal interview and third in swimsuit and evening gown, finishing second runner-up to Cecilia Bolocco of Chile.
They have two children together.