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A total of 35 finalists from across the country have been revealed to take part in the upcoming Miss Universe Great Britain 2023. The biggest celebration in British pageantry will take place this July 8 from 7 p.m. at The Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre in Newport, Wales. At the end of the much-awaited event, last year's winner Noky Simbani will crown her successor who will represent Great Britain at Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador this December. Who will be the next Miss Universe Great Britain? Meet the contestants: Alissa King-Underwood Amber Hardy Anesu Noelle Mande Anjana Varghese Audrey Ward Caitlyn Grant Cameroon Joseph Cheraleigh Van Zanten Chloe Lara Lake Claudia Francesca Todd Danielle Adewusi Ella Baker-Roberts Georgie Holland Harriotte Lane Italia-Marie Thomson Jasmine Singh Jessica Page-Lennon Jordan-Louise Smith Kelsey Poulton Maria Mwene Melissa Kerr Michelle Appeah Paida Mangi Paige Ashton Pooja Manivannan Rachel Teresa Wilson Rajnie Kaur Uppal Sharon Gaffka S

From the 30 semifinalists revealed on March 25, only the Top 10 will now proceed to the grand final on July 8 at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund. The official announcement of the finalists came after the preliminary show held on Saturday, May 13 at the Droombos Vineyard Country Lodge in Windhoek. Meet the Top 10 finalists: Aina Nghipuilepo Albertina Haimbala Ausha Abrahams Biolla Uzera Jameela Uiras Jenica Engelbrecht Lency Kuhanga Lidia Simon Martha Kautanevali Shasmida Eiases The winner and runners-up are expected to represent Namibia at Miss Universe 2023, Miss World 2024, and Miss Earth 2023. Last year's titleholder, Cassia Sharpley, who went on to participate in Miss Universe 2022 in New Orleans last January, will relinquish her reign at the end of the event. The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) announced in March its acquisition of full ownership of the Miss Namibia organization. Photo: Miss Namibia

Miss Palm Harbor, Caroline Dixon was crowned Miss Florida USA 2023 on Sunday, May 14 at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts in Coral Springs, Florida. The 25-year-old alumna of the Florida State University succeeded last year's winner Taylor Fulford and will now represent the sunshine state of Florida at Miss USA 2023 in Reno, Nevada. Victoria DiSorbo of South Palm Beach County, Narissa Adside of North Holmstead, Samantha Washington of East Miami, Christiana Dinardo of South Boca Raton, and Aileen Cerchiara of Belleaire Beach were announced as runners-up. Rounding out the Top 13 semifinalists were Erika Feazell, Breauna Washington, Briona Jones, Alayzia Christopher, Kelsey Fagan, Katia Gerry, and Juliandra De Jesus. Miss Florida Teen USA 2023 was also held at the same venue and Sharlysse Nelson was announced the winner. She was crowned by her predecessor Alyssa Khan and will now proceed to Miss Teen USA 2023. Her runners-up include Loni Barnes, Savannah Young, Kadance Frederickse

Miss Sheridan County, Beck Bridger was crowned Miss Wyoming USA 2023 on Saturday, May 13 at the CAM-PLEX Heritage Center Theater in Gillette. The 27-year-old US Army soldier and vocalist from Sheridan will now represent the state of Wyoming at Miss USA 2023 pageant in Reno, Nevada this fall. Grace Turner of Jackson, Olivia Moretti of Uinta County, Katherine Welniak of Albany County, and Baylee Drewry of Big Horn County were announced as the first, second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. Miss Wyoming Teen USA 2023 was also held in conjunction with Miss Wyoming USA and the title went to Victoria Salas of Evanston. She will proceed to Miss Teen USA 2023 on a date yet to be announced. Her runners-up were Aubree Kruger of Washakie County, Alyssa Medina of Southeast Wyoming, Emma Welniak of Laramie County, and Asher Black of Cody. The new Miss Wyoming USA is no stranger to pageantry, having won Miss Wyoming 2018 and participated in Miss America 2019. She recently founded the Warr

Miss Glacier, Madyson Rigg was crowned Miss Montana USA 2023 in a state final held last Sunday, May 7 at the Fergus Center for Performing Arts in Lewistown. The 27-year-old marketing manager from Kalispell is a former Miss Montana Teen USA winner. She will now represent Montana at Miss USA 2023 in Reno, Nevada on a date yet to be announced. "Speechless. Honored. Shocked. Grateful," she wrote on social after winning her title. She added, "My love for this state and its people is so vast and integral to who I am — I hope that I bring pride to our Big Sky state in this role." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Madyson Rigg (@madyrigg) Megan Brewer of Melstone was named first runner-up while Olivia Brown of Billings, Cathlyn Hammond of Big Sky, and Anoush Keuylian of Flathead County. The title of Miss Montana Teen USA 2023 went to Ava Williams and she will proceed to Miss Teen USA 2023. Her runners-up include Shoei Davis, Brooke Burnett, K

Mister Pilipinas Worldwide 2023, the inaugural edition of the newest national male pageant in the Philippines, was held last Saturday, May 6 at Cove Manila. Hosted by Miss Charm 2023 first runner-up Annabelle McDonnell and Mister Pilipinas Ambassador Ralph De Leon, the event featured 19 Filipino men from different provinces and cities in the Philippines, and from various countries worldwide. Meet the winners: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mister Pilipinas Worldwide (@misterpilipinasworldwide) Mister Pilipinas Supranational (Mister Supranational Philippines 2023) - Johannes Rissler of Davao del Norte Mister Pilipinas International Ambassador (Mister International Philippines 2023) - Jefferson Bunney of the UK Mister Pilipinas Manhunt Supermodel (Manhunt Philippines Male Supermodel 2023) - Kenneth Stromsnes of Mandaluyong City Mister Pilipinas Global (Mister Global Philippines 2023) - John Tanting of Cebu City Mister Pilipinas Cosmopolitan (Mister

The Miss Czech Republic 2023 national final was held on Saturday, May 13 at Forum Karlín in the Czech capital city of Prague. Five of the Top 11 finalists went home with national titles and will represent the Czech Republic at Miss World 2024, Miss Grand International 2023, Miss Supranational 2023, Miss International 2023, and Miss Intercontinental 2023. Meet the winners: View this post on Instagram A post shared by FINAL NIGHT 13th of May (@missczechrepublic) Miss World Czech Republic 2023 - Justýna Zedníková Miss Grand Czech Republic 2023 - Sophia Maria Osako Miss Supranational Czech Republic 2023 - Marie Jedličková Miss International Czech Republic 2023 - Dominika Nemečková Miss Intercontinental Czech Republic 2023 - Anna Benešová The glittering event was attended by reigning Miss Grand International Isabella Menin of Brazil and Miss International Jasmin Selberg of Germany. Photos: Arthur Koff, Miss Czech Republic / Instagram

Miss Bohol, Pauline Amelinckx was officially crowned Miss Supranational Philippines 2023 following Saturday's final of the Miss Universe Philippines 2023 pageant in Pasay City. The 27-year-old Filipino-Belgian and a proud Boholana beauty will now represent the Philippines at Miss Supranational 2023 in Nowy Sącz, Poland this July. No stranger to pageantry, she won Miss Bohol 2017 and went on to participate in Mutya ng Pilipinas 2018 where she clinched the title Mutya ng Pilipinas Global Beauty Queen 2018. Pauline joined Miss Universe Philippines three times. She was third runner-up during her first attempt in 2020 and was proclaimed Miss Universe Philippines Charity (third place) when she returned last year. The new Miss Supranational Philippines holds a degree in international studies from Cebu Doctors’ University (CDU) in Mandaue City. She is an event host and a freediver. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pauline C. Amelinckx (@paulineamelinckx) Ph

Miss Makati, Michelle Marquez Dee bested 37 other competitors to win Miss Universe Philippines 2023 on Saturday, May 13 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. The 28-year-old actress and model won the national title in her second attempt. She will now prepare to represent the Philippines at Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador later this year. Christine Juliane Opiaza of Zamables was named first runner-up while Mary Angelique Manto of Pampanga finished as second runner-up. Following the show, Top 5 finalists Krishnah Marie Gravidez of Baguio and Pauline Amelinckx of Bohol were awarded the titles Miss Charm Philippines 2024 and Miss Supranational Philippines 2023, respectively. No stranger to pageantry, the new Miss Universe Philippines was last year second to her predecessor Celeste Cortesi and was awarded the title Miss Universe Philippines Tourism. In 2019, she was crowned Miss World Philippines and went on to compete in the 69th Miss World edition in London where she placed in the

After weeks of pre-pageant events and activities, the grand coronation night of the prestigious Miss Universe Philippines 2023 is happening tonight at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena in Pasay City, Metro Manila. One deserving Filipina will emerge from a field of 38 contestants the ultimate winner who will represent the Philippines at Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador later this year. The much-awaited show live streaming on ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube channel will be hosted by Filipino actors Xian Lim and Alden Richards, TV presenter Tim Yap, former Miss Globe from the Philippines, Maureen Montagne, and former Miss Universe from South Africa Zozibini Tunzi. Tonight's star-studded edition themed "Inspirational Filipina" will feature musical performances from Filipino group SV Squad, South Korean singer Nam Woo-hyun and "American Idol" runner-up Jessica Sanchez. Reigning Miss Universe from the USA, R'Bonney Gabriel, and Miss Universe 1973 from the Philippine