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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 crown 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...

Itza Castillo was crowned Miss Universe Nicaragua 2025 in a national competition held on Thursday, September 4 at the James L. Knight Center in Miami, Florida. The 29-year-old professional model from Managua will represent Nicaragua at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. Glennys Medina was named first runner-up while Natalya Pedroso and María Fernanda Sequeira were the second and third runners-up, respectively. The new Miss Universe Nicaragua succeeded last year's titleholder Geyssell García who made the Top 30 among 125 contestants at Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe Nicaragua (@missuniverse_nicaragua) Photos: Miss Universe Nicaragua / Instagram

Hana Klaut was crowned Miss Universe Slovenia 2025 in a national competition held on Wednesday, September 3 at Odiseja in Ljubljana. The 29-year-old model and content creator from Šempeter pri Gorici will represent Slovenia at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. Katalina Simonič and Saša Poklukar were announced as the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Inti Kovačić was named Miss Odiseja 2025. This year's competition marked the return of Slovenia to the Miss Universe pageant after 8-year hiatus. Its last Miss Universe participation was in 2017 with Emina Ekić. The new Miss Universe Slovenia is no stranger to pageantry. She previously joined Miss Slovenia 2022 and finished as first runner-up. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe Slovenia (@missuniversesloveniaorg) Photos: Miss Universe Slovenia

Yanina Gómez was crowned Miss Universe Paraguay 2025 on Wednesday, September 3, in a special coronation and sashing ceremony that aired on Telemundo. The 28-year-old lawyer, university professor and dance instructor will represent Paraguay at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. No stranger to pageantry, Yanina has previously held the title of Miss World Paraguay and competed in the 72nd Miss World last May in Hyderabad, India. The new Miss Universe Paraguay is the founder of Ñamoporã Paraguay, a nonprofit organization that seeks to provide education to her country's indigenous communities. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Promociones Gloria (@pgloriaoficial) Photos: Carlos Rodríguez / Promociones Gloria

Lazio's Lucilla Nori was crowned Miss Universe Italy 2025 on Sunday, August 31 at Villa Cafiero in San Ferdinando di Puglia. The 26-year-old professional model and fashion sciences graduate from Anzio triumphed over 20 other contestants to win the national title. Andrea Zanettin and Catalina Jacob were named the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Giada Folcia and Fania Sorrentino rounded out the Top 5 finalists. Completing the Top 10 were Daphne Lecca, Emma Veritti, Faddya Halabi Troisi, Serena Caredda, and Yasmine Sekrouf. The new Miss Universe Italy succeeded last year's winner Glelany Cavalcante and will now prepare to represent Italy at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe Italy (@missuniverseitaly.muit) Photos: Miss Universe Italy / Instagram

Lillian Nompumelelo Andries was crowned Miss Universe Botswana 2025 on Saturday, August 30 at Adansonia Hotel in Francistown. The 30-year-old geologist, entrepreneur and philanthropist from Ramotswa will now prepare to represent Botswana at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. Dabilo Moses and Tsutsu Wangu Modise were named the first and second runners-up, respectively. The new Miss Universe Botswana succeeded last year's winner Thanolo Keutlwile who competed in Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico. "I am your Miss Universe Botswana 2025 — an honor and privilege I will forever be grateful for," Lillian shared online. "I am ready to serve humanity through this crown and to carry the nation of Botswana on my shoulders with humility and grace," she added. She also wrote, "This is only the beginning of a great journey, and now, all flights lead to Thailand — where together, we will make history." Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View ...

Leonora Lysglimt-Rødland was crowned Miss Norway 2025 (Miss Universe Norway 2025) in a national competition held on Saturday, August 30 at Gateway Studios in Fornebu. The 19-year-old beauty from Oslo will represent Norway at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. She succeeds last year's winner Lilly Sødal. Julie Celin Eide was named first runner-up while Sofie Rasmussen, Abelone Smedsrud, and Chelsea Victoria Sand were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. "I am endlessly grateful for every single person who has believed in me, supported me, and lifted me higher with your love and encouragement," shared the new Miss Norway. She also wrote on social media: "I promise to give my whole heart, to perform with grace, and to shine with the strength of every woman who dares to dream. The crown is more than just a symbol—it is a responsibility. And I am ready." Leonora is a passionate advocate for hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectas...

Miss Anambra, Basil Onyinyechi, was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 on Saturday, August 30 at Balmoral Convention Center in Victoria Island, Lagos. She bested 21 other contestants to win her national title and will now prepare to represent Nigeria at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. Idah Eno of Akwa Ibom clinched the crown of Miss Supranational Nigeria 2025 and will head to Poland for Miss Supranational 2025 next summer. Damilola Bolarinde of Lagos, Fortune Kurobo of Bayelsa, and Irene Ikediashi of Ogun finished as the first, second, and third runners-up, respectively. The new Miss Universe Nigeria succeeded last year's winner Chidimma Adetshina who placed first runner-up and was named Miss Universe Africa at Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico. Basil works with one of South Korea's leading conglomerates in the male-dominated field, overseeing operations across West Africa from Nigeria. Her advocacy for maternal healthcare is driven...

Former Miss France Eve Gilles has been officially named Miss Universe France 2025 by the Miss France organization. The 22-year-old model from Quaëdypre is set to represent France at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant to be held in Thailand this November. Eve first gained recognition when she was crowned Miss Nord-Pas-de-Calais 2023 and later won Miss France 2024 in Dijon, making her the fourth woman from her region to achieve this honor. Her distinctive pixie cut garnered significant media attention in France and around the world. She was dubbed the first woman with short hair to become Miss France. Earlier this year, she showcased her talent on the dance floor when she partnered with professional dancer Nino Mosa in the 14th season of "Danse avec les stars" (the French adaptation of Dancing with the Stars). Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eve Gilles (@evegillesoff) Photos: William Cerf, Eve Gilles / Instagram...