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Make sure to mark your calendars for an exciting event happening on February 9 as five former Miss World winners will be joining Miss World Chairman Julia Morley at the 71st Miss World Festival pre-event Press Conference. This highly anticipated gathering will be held at The Ashok Hotel in New Delhi at 11 a.m. This occasion is truly special as it will be the first time that five Miss World winners will come together to promote this extraordinary event. They will be sharing thrilling details about the festival, which is scheduled to take place from February 18 to March 9 in New Delhi and Mumbai, showcasing the beauty of Incredible India. Karolina Bielawska, Toni-Ann Singh, Vanessa Ponce de Leon, Manushi Chhillar, and Stephanie Del Valle, who were crowned Miss World in previous years, are making a special trip to India just to attend this event. Their presence adds an extra level of excitement and glamour to the press conference. In addition to this, on February 18, nearly 120 Beauty Wit...

The Miss World opening ceremony is a spectacle like no other, and this year, it promises to be even more breathtaking as it takes place in the vibrant city of New Delhi, India. As the event unfolds live, viewers from around the world will have the opportunity to witness the grandeur and magnificence of this prestigious festival of beauty. On the evening of February 20, all eyes will be on The Ashok, the iconic venue that will host this much-awaited event. The stage will be set, the lights will be dazzling, and the atmosphere will be filled with anticipation as the contestants from various countries step onto the stage. Prepare to be captivated by the beauty and grace of over 100 remarkable women as they showcase their poise and charisma. Each of them will bring their unique charm and personality, representing their countries with pride and elegance. The opening ceremony will be a celebration of culture, diversity, and unity as it showcases the rich heritage and traditions of India, off...

Eve Gilles, representing Nord-Pas-de-Calais, was crowned Miss France 2024 in a glittering competition held on Saturday, December 16 at the Zénith de Dijon in Dijon. The 20-year-old model and student edged out 29 other competitors to win the national title. She succeeds Indira Ampiot of Guadeloupe and will now have the chance to represent France at the Miss Universe and Miss World pageants. Audrey Ho-Wen-Tsaï of Guyane was named first runner-up while Adélina Blanc of Provence, Jalylane Maës of Guadeloupe, and Maxime Teissier of Languedoc were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. Completing the Top 15 were Wissem Morel of Normandie, Ravahere Silloux of Tahiti, Elena Faliez of Île-de-France, Clémence Ménard of Pays de la Loire, Luna Lacharme of Bourgogne, Élise Aquilina of Roussillon, Karla Bchir of Côte d'Azur, Emmy Gisclon of Centre-Val de Loire, Sandra Bak of Corse, and Nadine Benaboud of Midi-Pyrénées. The new Miss France hails from Quaëdypre, a village near Dun...

Dr Claude Mashego was crowned Miss World South Africa 2023 during the inaugural edition of the national pageant held on Saturday, October 28 at The South African State Theatre in Pretoria. The 24-year-old medical doctor bested 11 other finalists to win the national title. She is now expected to represent South Africa at the 71st Miss World competition. Alyssa Joan Smith and Zoalize Jansen Van Rensburg were named the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Motheo Mokoto and Asande Mchunu rounded out the Top 5 finalists. Reigning Miss World Karolina Bielawska from Poland graced the event with the chairman and CEO of the Miss World Organization Julia Morley. Former South African Miss World Rolene Strauss was also present as one of the distinguished judges. The new Miss World South Africa hails from Acornhoek, Bushbuckridge in Mpumalanga. She holds a degree in medicine and surgery from the University of Pretoria. Claude founded her nonprofit Young Leaders Network to advocate for y...

Jane Shauny Knoester was crowned Miss World Nederland 2023 (Miss World Netherlands 2023) on Tuesday, October 24 at the De Koning Party & Events in Amsterdam. The 18-year-old figure skater from The Hague bested 11 other finalists to win the national title. She succeeds last year's winner Amber Koelewijn. Buket Bengisu Ünal, 20, from Rotterdam, and Cheyenne den Dikkenboer, 25, from Schiedam, were announced as first and second runners-up, respectively. The new Miss World Netherlands is expected to represent her country in the 72nd Miss World pageant. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss World Nederland (@missworldnederland) Photos: Wim van Wel, Miss World Nederland / Instagram

Miss World national directors were recently informed via email that the 71st Miss World (Miss World 2023) final has been moved to March 2024. No reason was given. According to several news outlets, the decision to change the dates for the competition from December 2023 was due to the upcoming elections in the host country. Over 100 contestants are expected to arrive in New Delhi, India on February 3 for a month-long activities leading to the final on March 2. The Miss World Organization (MWO) has yet to make an official announcement confirming the new schedules. Considering some changes made previously, we can't be sure if the dates will change again. The MWO had earlier announced the competition to take place in Dubai in May before it was shifted for unknown reasons to India for later this year. Photo: Miss World

Togo, a West African nation on the Gulf of Guinea, is set to debut at Miss World 2023 later this year Miss Togo 2023 Chimène Moladja officially announced on Monday, October 16 her upcoming participation in the Miss World 2023 competition. In a statement on social media, the 24-year-old who now holds the title Miss World Togo 2023 shared: "I consider this opportunity to be so much more than just a beauty contest. This is a platform that will allow me to carry a message close to my heart, a message of hope, unity, and change." "My goal in participating in Miss World 2023 is to raise awareness worldwide on issues affecting our society, such as education, women empowerment, environmental protection, and the fight against inequality," she added. "As a young Togolese woman, I am convinced that we all have a role to play in building a better world. Together, we can break down barriers, promote equal opportunities, and encourage solidarity between peoples." Chimèn...

Margarita Golubeva was crowned Miss Russia 2023 in a glittering national competition held on Sunday, October 8 in Moscow. The 22-year-old model and student from St. Petersburg received her crown from last year's titleholder  Anna Linnikova . She is now expected to represent Russia at both Miss Universe and Miss World pageants. Elizaveta Dudina from Togliatti and Lyubov Khokholova from the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) were the first and second runners-up, respectively. The new Miss Russia is currently studying at the Russian Customs Academy (Faculty of Customs Affairs) and Moscow State Institute of Culture (Faculty of Musical Arts). She is a former contestant on "The Voice" and is passionate about singing, dancing, and sports. No stranger to pageantry, she previously won the title Miss Student of Russia 2021 and also participated in Miss Europe 2023 where finished as first runner-up. A total of 50 finalists have been selected to take in this year's Miss Russia competit...

Victoria DiSorbo was crowned Miss World America 2023 in a national competition held on Thursday, October 5 at the Meydenbauer Center Theatre in Bellevue, Washington. The 25-year-old representing the state of Tennessee will now prepare to compete on behalf of the United States of America at Miss World 2023 in India this December. She succeeds Shree Saini, Miss World America 2020 who placed first runner-up at the 70th Miss World. Athenna Crosby of Utah, Jade Lin Glab of the District of Columbia, Nkechi Okorie of Minnesota, and María Cepero Jimenez of Connecticut were the first, second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. The rest of the Top 10 finalists were Jeevisha Shukla of Kentucky, Sophia Ortiz of Texas, Samantha Vocatura of Vermont, Alondra de la Torre of Washington, and Leikyn Bravo of Wisconsin. Natalie De Ferrari of the East Coast, Jocelyn Torres of Florida, Clarissa Ren of Maryland, Carolina Cooney of Massachusetts, Monica Aguilar of Nevada, Victoria Ababio of New ...

Yoon Theint Theint Nway bested 13 other competitors to be crowned Miss World Myanmar 2023 on Sunday, October 1 at the Hexagon Complex in Yangon. The 19-year-old Danu ethnic beauty from Pindaya in the Southern Shan State will now prepare to represent Myanmar at Miss World 2023 in India this December. In addition to the national title, she also bagged several awards including the Media's Choice, the People's Choice, and the Beauty With A Purpose. Thandar Soe was named first runner-up while Zan Htate Htar, May Mon, and Thet Htar Khin were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. The new Miss World Myanmar succeeds Khit Lin Latt Yoon, the winner from 2019 who took part in the 69th Miss World pageant in London. Road to the 72nd Miss World: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Yoon theint theint nway (@aerial_nway) Photos: Miss World Myanmar