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Former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo has announced her engagement to American football star Christian McCaffrey last week. The beautiful couple took to social media to share the exciting news of their engagement following an intimate proposal during their trip to Utah. Olivia, who won Miss Universe 2012, started dating the football running back for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL) in 2019. The former beauty queen turned model, entrepreneur, influencer, actress, and TV personality, became the eighth representative from the USA to win Miss Universe. Prior to competing in the 61st Miss Universe pageant in Las Vegas, Nevada on December 2012, she won the Miss Rhode Island USA state title and went on to achieve Miss USA 2012. Following her reign, she became a famous influencer collaborating with several beauty and fashion brands. She was also featured in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and appeared in several music videos, TV shows, and Hollywood films. Her ow

After more than two decades, Esther Swan will be leaving the Miss Universe Organization at the end of May and this has been confirmed by MUO in an official announcement. The company's longtime collaborator and director of talent development is well-known in the pageant community, especially in recent years for her "who are you?" question to every newly crowned Miss Universe winner. One of the many highlights of her time with the prestigious pageant organization was accompanying the reigning queens during their official travels around the world. In a comment on social media, Esther confirmed she isn't yet ready to retire anytime soon and emphasized that her resignation was her own choice. Although she hasn't revealed what she's up to next after leaving Miss Universe, she said, "I'm not finished, I'm too young yet, still on the clock, and got things to complete before I hang up my sash." "Esther has been integral to our development over th

The Miss Universe Philippines 2023 contestants walked the runway for Hello Glow, a multi-awarded beauty and skincare brand, on Friday, March 31 at the head office of Ever Bilena Cosmetics in Caloocan City. From thirty-eight of the country's most beautifully confident and empowered young women, only five glowing beauties were announced as finalists. They were Miss Cavite, Samantha Panlilio, Miss Bohol, Pauline Amelinckx, Miss Cebu Province, Emmanuelle Camcam (also known as Emmanuelle Vera), Miss Quezon City, Eileen Gonzales, and Miss Makati, Michelle Dee. Who will be Miss Hello Glow of the Miss Universe Philippines 2023? The winner of the award will be announced during the much-awaited grand coronation night on May 13 at the Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena in Pasay City. Photo: Hello Glow  / Instagram RELATED POSTS: FAVORITES: Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Top 12 early favorites Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Top 40 officially announced Miss Universe Philippines 2023 coronation night will

Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 first runner-up Le Thao Nhi will no longer be able to join Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador later this year. The reason shared by the new Miss Universe Vietnam organization was due to agreement issues with Unicorp, the previous license holder and organizers of Hoa Hậu Hoàn Vũ Việt Nam. Despite Miss Universe's preference for its contestants to be winners only from annually organized national pageants, they were asked to consider Thao Nhi's participation in honor of Unicorp's huge contribution to the development of the brand in the country. But since an agreement could not be reached between the national organizations involved, a new worthy representative will be chosen to represent Vietnam at the 72nd edition of the Miss Universe pageant. "We greatly appreciate your support and enthusiasm for Miss Universe and the pageant's mission in uplifting the role of women globally," Miss Universe Vietnam's message to the fans. The official

The contestants selected to compete for Miss Peru 2023 (Miss Universe Peru 2023) have been officially revealed. A total of 25 beauties will be vying for the coveted national title on a date yet to be announced. The winner will get the opportunity to represent her country at Miss Universe 2023 in San Salvador, El Salvador later this year. Last year's winner and Miss Universe 2022 Top 16 semifinalist Alessia Rovegno will crown her successor at the culmination of this year's national competition. Who will be the next Miss Universe Peru? Meet the contestants: Alessandra Gálvez Alexandra Balarezo Alicia Pacheco Arequipa - Alisson Quiroz Angela Romero Sanchez Camila Escribens Clarisse Uribe Darlys Valderrama Evelyn Sotomayor Escudero Gianella Rázuri Krysta Celi Larizza Farfan Lili Armestar Lisseth Garcia Luana Silva Mafe Malca Maricielo Limaco Nathaly López Nathaly Terrones Nathie Quijano Stephannie Carhuas Suheyn Cipriani Valeria Morán Sabaducci Viviana Diaz Winny Zapata Olivera Ph

Miss Universe 1970 Marisol Malaret Contreras from Puerto Rico passed away at the age of 73 on Sunday. The former beauty queen turned television personality became the first Puerto Rican and Caribbean woman to win the Miss Universe pageant on July 11, 1970, at the Miami Beach Auditorium in Miami Beach, Florida. She was only 20 years old, an executive secretary in the Puerto Rico Telephone Company, when she was crowned by her predecessor Gloria Diaz, Miss Universe 1969 from the Philippines. Following her historic victory, she was honored with what was considered until then one of the biggest welcomings ever at San Juan. It was reported that around 50,000 people turned out to her homecoming. Marisol appeared on the covers of countless international and Puerto Rican magazines and took part in numerous advertising campaigns. The auburn-haired, blue-green-eyed beauty was married three times. Her first marriage was to former male model Butch James, the second was to musician Corky Stroman wit

Miss Universe Ukraine Viktoria Apanasenko was announced the winner of the 71st Miss Universe national costume which was determined by public votes. The Miss Universe Organization made the official announcement of the winning costume on Wednesday, March 15 via the Miss Universe official app. Viktoria paraded her "Warrior of Light" costume during the 71st Miss Universe national costume presentation last January in New Orleans, Louisiana. It consists of an archangel sword, a monolithic jumpsuit that serves like an armor covering her body, a vyshyvanka-styled dress, a headpiece, and angel wings. The beautiful masterpiece designed by Ukrainian costume designer Lesia Patoka took several months to complete under extreme conditions due to the armed conflicts in Ukraine. According to Viktoria, it is a symbol of her nation's fight against the darkness, like an archangel Michael with a sword protecting her country. Importantly, it represents the strength, courage, and determination

The Miss Universe Philippines 2023 competition began with the official announcement of the Top 40 contestants on February 18, followed by their introduction along with the cities and provinces they represent. Two of this year's batch of beauties were part of last year's Top 5 finalists ⁠— Miss Universe Philippines Tourism 2022 Michelle Daniela Dee (also former Miss World Philippines) of Makati and Miss Universe Philippines Charity 2022 Pauline Amelinckx of Bohol. This is also the third time the Boholana representative participated. Her first attempt was in 2020 where she finished third runner-up to Miss Universe Philippines 2020 winner Rabiya Mateo from Iloilo City. Some notable crossovers from other national competitions include Binibining Pilipinas Grand International 2021 Samantha Alexandra Panlilio of Cavite, Reina Hispanoamericana Filipinas 2021 Emmanuelle Fabienne Camcam of Cebu Province, and Mutya ng Pilipinas Asia Pacific International 2019 Klyza Ferrando Castro. Since

Dubai-based Josh Yugen acquired the Miss Universe license for Pakistan, applications are now open for first ever Miss Universe Pakistan After 72 years since the establishment of the prestigious Miss Universe pageant, Pakistan (officially the Islamic Republic of Pakistan), will make its debut at Miss Universe 2023. The Miss Universe Pakistan license has been officially acquired by Josh Yugen, a Dubai-based Filipino celebrity producer, entrepreneur, and multi-awarded publisher of the luxury lifestyle, travel, and fashion magazine Xpedition. "After 2 successful years of bringing Miss Universe Bahrain, we are humbled and honored to take the chance and give opportunity to the empowering queens from Pakistan, a country that is filled with talented, passionate and beautiful souls," posted on the newly established Instagram page of Miss Universe Pakistan. Miss Universe Pakistan 2023 applications are now open for Pakistani women (citizens or heritage), between 18 to 28 years old, rega

Miss Universe Philippines 2023 coronation night will be held on Saturday, May 13 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, Philippines. The official announcement was made by the national organization via social media on Friday, March 3 following the introduction of the Top 40 contestants vying for this year's coveted title. A total of 40 contestants representing various cities and municipalities of the Philippines will fight for the crown and get the opportunity to represent the country at Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador later this year. Due to health reasons, one of the contestants Evangeline Fuentes of Pangasinan withdrew but she was officially replaced by Kristeen Mae Boccang from the beautiful province of Apayao. Save the date and if you don't want to miss the show. See the official announcement below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe Philippines (@themissuniverseph) Photos: Miss Universe Philippines RELATED POSTS: Miss Uni