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The final date and venue for this year's Miss USA and Miss Teen USA pageants have been officially revealed on Monday, September 15. Reno, Nevada will once again host the prestigious national events for the fourth time after 2019, 2022, and 2023. It is a tourist destination known for its casino gambling and proximity to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada. Miss Teen USA 2025 will take place at the Grand Sierra Resort on October 23 while the much awaited Miss USA 2025 final show will happen on October 24. The competitions will be the first edition of Miss USA and Miss Teen USA under the directorship of Thomas Brodeur, who acquired the franchise from previous national director Laylah Rose. The next Miss USA will succeed Alma Cooper and will represent the USA at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. Addie Carver will also crown her successor at the culmination of Miss Teen USA 2025. Here's the official reveal: View this post on Instagram A post ...

Alena Kucheruk bested over 20 other contestants to win Miss Belarus 2025 on Friday, September 12 at the Sports Palace in Minsk. The 18-year-old music student from Polotsk is now expected to represent Belarus at the 74th Miss Universe (Miss Universe 2025) pageant in Thailand this November. Aliya Korotkaya and Tatiana Marchuk were named the first and second runners-up, respectively. The new Miss Belarus was crowned by her predecessor, Miss Belarus 2023 Eleonora Kachalovskaya, who participated in Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico. Photo: Miss Belarus / Instagram

Fatima Bosch was crowned Miss Universe Mexico 2025 on Saturday, September 13 at Sala Placido Domingo (Conjunto Santander de Artes Escénicas) in Zapopan, Jalisco. The 24-year-old designer from Teapa, Tabasco triumphed over 30 other contestants to win the coveted national title. She will represent Mexico at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. Fernanda Vázquez of Nuevo León was named first runner-up while Yoana Gutiérrez of Jalisco, Ana Ramírez of Nayarit, and Alejandra Díaz de León of San Luis Potosí were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. Reigning Miss Universe Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark graced the event as special guest while former Miss Universe Zuleyka Rivera from Puerto Rico was part of the panel of judges. The new Miss Universe Mexico succeeded last year's winner María Fernanda Beltrán who placed second runner-up at Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico City. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram ...

Thai Neary Socheata, also known as Fiyata, was crowned Miss Universe Cambodia 2025 in a national competition held on Friday, September 12 at the National Olympic Stadium in Phnom Penh. THe 30-year-old singer, actress and model edged out 19 other beauties to win the opportunity of representing her country at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. Sokea Kimleang and Pich Votey Saravody were the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Moun Chanoun and Houn Srey Khouch rounded out the Top 5 finalists. The new Miss Universe Cambodia succeeded last year's winner who made history after placing the Top 30 among 125 contestants at Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico. "I’ve been living in the box and hide myself from this beautiful world for so long then now I decided to get out from it and go show what I have inside of me to this big world," Fiyata shared online. "The important thing I want you to learn from me today is to believe in yoursel...

Kincső Dezsényi was crowned Miss Universe Hungary 2025 in a national competition held on Saturday, September 13 at the Budapest Operetta Theatre. The 21-year-old model beat nine other contestants to win the title. She will now prepare to represent Hungary at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. Bogi Tóth was named first runner-up while Veronika Bárány finished as the second runner-up. Boglárka Szentpéteri, Kitti Hatos and Alexandra Lőrinc were awarded Miss Charity, Miss People's Choice, and Miss Natural, respectively. The new Miss Universe Hungary succeeded last year's winner Nóra Kenéz who competed in Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe Hungary ®️ (@missuniversehungary_) Photos: Lexy Belenyesi / Miss Universe Hungary

Chloe Lim Sue Lyn beat 15 other finalists to be crowned Miss Universe Malaysia 2025 on Friday, September 12 at The Majestic Hotel in Kuala Lumpur. Apart from winning the exquisite "Eternal Blossom" crown by A Vintage Collezione, the 27-year-old management consultant from Kuala Lumpur also bagged the Miss Love Life, Miss Fitness and Miss Spritzer awards. Business advisor Priyaa Simmi and model Jen Li were named the first and second runners-up, respectively. This year's event themed "Redefining Your Journey" was hosted by renowned TV personalities Hansen Lee and Nadia Heng. The new Miss Universe Malaysia succeeded last year's winner Sandra Lim who made the Top 30 among 125 contestants at Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico. Chloe will now prepare to represent Malaysia at the highly anticipated Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. "This has been one of the most transformative journeys of my life. I am truly humbled and honored to b...

American-Armenian Peggy Garabekian bested nine other contestants to be crowned Miss Universe Armenia 2025 in a recently held national competition. The 30-year-old international model and human rights advocate residing in Los Angeles, California will represent Armenia at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. No stranger to pageantry, Peggy has already joined several pageants prior to becoming Miss Universe Armenia. She has competed in Miss Asia USA, Miss United Nations, Miss World America, Miss California USA, and recently won Miss Vizcaya Swimwear. "The Armenian community has always been a huge support system for me. My friends and my family have been the pillars to my entire foundation of pageantry so I'm very thankful for them. Had it not been for them i would not be as far as I've gotten now," shared the new Miss Universe Armenia shorty after winning her title. When asked for the legacy she wanted to leave Armenians with her beauty title, she re...

Valeria Baladan Liste was crowned Miss Universe Uruguay 2025 in a national competition held on Wednesday, September 10 at  Hotel Esplendor Cervantes in Montevideo. The 24-year-old model and student representing Montevideo succeeds last year's winner Yanina Lucas. She will now prepare to represent Uruguay at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. Carolina Moreira of Cerro Largo and Perla Barrera of Maldonado were announced the first and second runners-up, respectively. The new Miss Universe Uruguay is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in communication, advertising and marketing. She is no stranger to pageantry, having joined last year's competition and also held the title of Miss Latinoamérica Uruguay 2024. "I do not have enough words to thank what I feel towards those who accompanied me in this process: my family, my friends and every person who with their messages gifted me support and affection along this way," Valeria shared onlin...

Renowned Lebanese-French pianist and composer Omar Harfouch will perform "Concerto for Peace" at the upcoming Miss Universe 2025 competition. Accompanied by a talented ensemble of musicians, the priceless work now safeguarded in the archives of the Holy See will be featured during the evening gown presentation of more than 130 Miss Universe contestants. Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Kjær Theilvig and Miss Universe Organization President Raul Rocha Cantu witnessed the formal handover of its original score on Monday, September 8 in Vatican. "Concerto for Peace" is a compelling musical masterpiece that calls for world peace and harmony, a truly timely and important message. The highly anticipated 74th Miss Universe final will be held on November 21 in Bangkok, Thailand. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe (@missuniverse) Photos: Miss Universe / Instagram

KUALA LUMPUR –  Miss Universe Malaysia Organization (“MUMO”), in partnership with A Vintage Collezione, unveiled the official crown of Miss Universe Malaysia 2025, “Eternal Blossom”, at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection today. The event began with Miss Universe Malaysia 2024 Sandra Lim’s grand entrance, followed by the much-anticipated unveiling of the ‘Eternal Blossom’ crown led by Datin Seri Livonia Ricky Guing, Chairperson of MUMO; Sandra Lim; and Dato’ Angela Ngoo, Managing Director of A Vintage Collezione. This ‘Eternal Blossom’ crown is designed by A Vintage Collezione, a Malaysia-based bespoke jeweller known for their artisanal craftsmanship and hand-selected rare gemstones. With a presence across Asia, Middle East and Europe, the brand creates signature pieces that blend timeless charm with contemporary artistry. Inspired by Miss Universe Malaysia 2025’s theme “Redefining Your Journey”, the crown captures the powerful moment when a woman fully embraces h...

Meldra Rosenberg was crowned Miss Universe Latvia 2025 in a national competition held on Saturday, September 6 at Monkey Club in Riga. The 23-year-old Latvian-German model triumphed over nine other contestants to win the national title. She succeeds last year's winner Maria Vicinska. Kintija Krastina and Zinaida Tesliuk were named the first and second runners-up, respectively. No stranger to pageantry, the new Miss Universe Latvia previously held the title of Miss Supranational Latvia and competed in Miss Supranational 2025 last June in Poland. Meldra is also a former winner of the Miss Supertalent World competition held last year in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meldra Rosenberg (@meldra.rosenberg) Photos: Aleksejs Belokopitovs, Meldra Rosenberg / Instagram

Sarah Anjelica Dzafce bested nine other contestants to win Miss Suomi 2025 (Miss Universe Finland 2025) on Saturday, September 6 at Hybridiarena Hype in Espoo. The 22-yer-old fashion model and former competitive gymnast from Kuopio will represent Finland at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. Tara Lehtonen and Julianna Kauhaniemi were announced as the first and second runners-up, respectively. Janette Keski-Jyrä was awarded as the crowd favorite. The new Miss Suomi was crowned by her predecessor Matilda Wirtavuori who made the Top 30 and clinched the Miss Universe Europe & Middle East title at Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico. "My heart is full of gratitude - to all of you who have been a part of this journey, encouraged me and believed in me. This crown is not just mine, but it belongs to all of us who dare to dream big and work for it," Sarah shared online. "I promise to give my all this year. I want to show that Miss Finland can b...