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Shyanne McIntosh was crowned Miss Universe Gibraltar 2024 in a glittering competition held on Saturday, August 10 at the Alameda Open Air Theatre. The 25-year-old beauty edged out eight other competitors to win the title and will now prepare to represent Gibraltar at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico this November. Grace Davis and Akisha Ferrell were the first and second runners-up, respectively. The remaining contestants were Indiya Hewkin, Janelle Duo, Courtney Edwards, Natasha Alexander, Mathilda Charvetto, and Kylie Usquieri. Gibraltar last participated in the Miss Universe pageant in 1990, making this year's event a historic moment for the British Overseas Territory. "I chose to participate in Miss Universe Gibraltar 2024 because it is a prestigious organization known for its inclusivity and diversity," said the new Miss Universe Gibraltar. "I believe it gives you the opportunity to advocate for social causes, promote self-confidence, and gain personal development te...

Anouk Eman bested five other competitors to win Miss Universe Aruba 2024 on Saturday, August 10 at the Aruba Marriott Grand Ballroom. The 32-year-old fashion model and scoliosis awareness advocate will represent Aruba at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico this November. She succeeds last year's winner Karol Croes. Giulia Brezovar was named first runner-up. The other contestants were Naomi Croes, Irviljen Hato, Marie Sonise Elliassaint, and Sasha Williams. The new Miss Universe Aruba holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's in early intervention in autism. She was diagnosed with scoliosis as a teenager which led to her being an advocate for the condition in which a person's spine has an irregular curve. As a titleholder, Anouk wants to continue her passion for helping children with special needs and implement a national system of early intervention in autism. Road to the 73rd Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anouk Em...

Mia le Roux was crowned Miss South Africa 2024 during the pageant's national final on Saturday, August 10 at the Sub Bet Arena, Time Square in Pretoria. The 28-year-old marketing manager, model, and part-time student received her crown from her predecessor, last year's winner Natasha Joubert. Nompumelelo Maduna and Onalenna Constantin were the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Layla Zoubair and Ontshiametse Tlhopane rounded out the Top 5 finalists. Taahira Katz and Kirsten Khan made the Top 7 while the rest of the Top 10 were Kebalepile Ramafoko, Lebohang Khoza, and Palesa Lombard. Hosted by South African TV and radio personality and actress Bonang Matheba, this year's event marked the 66th edition of the annual Miss South Africa pageant. Former winners Jo-Ann Strauss (Miss South Africa 2000) and Rolene Strauss (Miss World 2014) were part of the esteemed panel of judges. The new Miss South Africa is expected to represent the "Rainbow Nation" at the ...

The finalists vying for Miss Universe Malaysia 2024 have been unveiled on Monday, August 5 at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur. A total of 16 outstanding finalists were introduced by the Miss Universe Malaysia Organization during the press conference. Embracing its motto "Beauty Beyond You", this year's finalists according to the organizers represent a dynamic range of backgrounds from across the nation. Headed by its national director Eleen Yong, the pageant recently announced the removal of the upper age limit and the acceptance of women who are married, divorced, and mothers into the competition. The next Miss Universe Malaysia, to be crowned in September, will represent Malaysia at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico this November. Meet the contestants: 1. Amelia Foong 2. Angela Quah 3. Car Menn Lee 4. Elaine Kho 5. Genevieve Goh 6. Gianna Tan 7. Gillian Miral 8. Isabella Wong 9. Isabelle Choong 10. Keshinie Sivamaran 11. Rin Yeap 12. Sandra Lim 13. Shaline Vikneswaran 14. Sh...

Alma Cooper from Michigan was crowned Miss USA 2024 on Sunday in Los Angeles making her the fourth woman from her home state to become Miss USA. Her road to the national crown started when she won Miss Michigan USA 2024 last April in Port Huron where she made history as the first active-duty army officer to take home the state title. The new Miss USA graduated from the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, with a degree in mathematical science and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the US Army. During her senior year, she became the youngest recipient of the Knight-Hennessy Scholarship and is currently pursuing her master's degree in statistics in the number one statistics program in the USA at Stanford University. Alma is dedicated to amplifying the voices of underrepresented minorities through data science. While at West Point, she was a brigade adjutant and was responsible for creating and enforcing accountability measures for 4,400 cadets during emergencies and crises. She...

Michigan's Alma Cooper was crowned Miss USA 2024 during the national final on Sunday, August 4 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California. The 22-year-old scholar, advocate and US Army officer bested 50 other contestants to become the 73rd Miss USA. She will represent the USA at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico this November. Alma is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point with a bachelor's degree in mathematics. The US Army second lieutenant officer and a Knight-Hennessy Scholar is currently pursuing her master's degree in data science at Stanford University in California. She's the fourth woman from Michigan to win Miss USA after Carole Gist (1990), Kenya Summer Moore (1993), and Rima Fakih (2010). This year's pageant was hosted by Emmy Award-winning TV personality and bestselling author Keltie Knight with Haitian-born actress and executive producer Garcelle Beauvais. The new Miss USA received the new crown by Mexican crown and jewelry Ri...

Italy Johan Mora was crowned Miss Universe Panama 2024 during the national competition held on Saturday, August 3 at the Amador Convention Center in Panama City. The 19-year-old model representing Riviera del Canal won the title in her second attempt at joining the pageant. She only made the Top 7 during last year's competition. Lilian Ashby of Panama Centro was named first runner-up while Mirna Caballini of Chiriqui, Brigthey Estrella Castillo of Veraguas, and Shahani Guardia de Isla Grande were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. The new Miss Universe Panama received her crown from the reigning Miss Universe Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua who was a special guest at the event. Italy is passionate about sports, especially football and boxing, and is described as a visionary, fighter woman who professes immense love for her homeland, traditions, and customs. She will now prepare to represent Panama at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico this November. Road to the 73rd M...

Dubai-based Yugen PR no longer holds the franchise for Miss Universe New Zealand 2024 according to an official statement released online today. The statement said: "As a result of our team's non-compliance with a specific order from the Miss Universe Organization, we have decided to cancel the franchise held by Yugen PR for Miss Universe New Zealand for 2024." Kiwi-Filipina actress Franki Russell was initially named as New Zealand's representative for the Miss Universe 2024 pageant, but now her national title has been taken off her official social media bio. Because of this unexpected twist, it's still uncertain if New Zealand will be represented at the 73rd Miss Universe to be held in Mexico this November. New Zealand was expected to return to the international pageant after 4 years. Its last participation was in 2019 with Diamond Langi. Photo: Miss Universe New Zealand

Rachel Silvera was crowned Miss Universe Jamaican 2024 during the national final held on Sunday, July 28 at AC Hotel Kingston. The 25-year-old pharmacy student from St. Mary will now prepare to represent Jamaica at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico this November. Sara-Jade Kow and Keri-Ann Greenwood were the first and second runners-up, respectively while Sandra Swaby and Celine Diedrick rounded out the Top 5 finalists. The rest of the Top 15 were Michalia Cowan, Christabelle Brown, Gabrielle Booth, Anastasia Thomas, Taylor McKenzie, Brittany Dyke, Brithney McKenzie, Elaine Allen-Landy, Kade Shippy, and Rishema Daley. Reigning Miss Universe Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua graced the event as a special guest. She gave the official sash to the lucky winner. The new Miss Universe Jamaica succeeds Jordanne Levy, last year's winner who placed in the Top 20 at the Miss Universe 2023 pageant in El Salvador. Rachel is a passionate advocate for environmental sustainability a...

Skye Faucher was crowned Miss Universe Saint Lucia 2024 in a coronation ceremony held on Saturday, July 27 at the Harbor Club St. Lucia. The 26-year-old sports mentor and vegan succeeds last year's titleholder Earlyca Frederick and will now prepare to represent Saint Lucia at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico this November. Skye is a former collegiate volleyball player at Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee where she also graduated with a degree in biochemistry and molecular biology. Saint Lucia, an Eastern Caribbean island nation, has yet to win the Miss Universe crown since its debut at the pageant in 1977 with Iva Lua Mendes. Photo: Miss Universe Saint Lucia / Instagram