FAVORITES: Miss Universe 2023 Top 20 favorites before the preliminary competition

Eighty-five contestants from around the world are currently vying for the coveted title of Miss Universe 2023 in the beautiful country of El Salvador.

Since their arrival, the beauties have been very busy with their pre-pageant activities. They have been enjoying the vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and captivating beauty of the host country.

After carefully observing all the contestants after arrival, here are our Top 20 favorites before the crucial preliminary competition:


(in alphabetical order)

Australia - Moraya Wilson

Bolivia - Estefany Rivero

Brazil - Maria Brechane

Cameroon - Issie Princesse

Canada - Madison Kvaltin

Colombia - Camila Avella

Costa Rica - Lisbeth Valverde

Dominican Republic - Mariana Downing

Ecuador - Delary Stoffers

El Salvador - Isabella García-Manzo

France - Diane Leyre

Great Britain - Jessica Page

India - Shweta Sharda

Mexico - Melissa Flores

Nicaragua - Sheynis Palacios

Philippines - Michelle Dee

Puerto Rico - Karla Guilfú Acevedo

South Africa - Bryoni Govender

Thailand - Anntonia Porsild

USA - Noelia Voigt

Special mentions:

Cambodia, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Ireland, Lebanon, Myanmar, Namibia, Poland, Russia, Spain, Ukraine, Venezuela

Photos: Miss Universe

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