Miss Universe 1952 - Present vol. 2

THE HISTORY THE HISTORY

rse® is an annual inter rse® is an annual inter run by the United Sta run by the United Sta ization. It is one of th zation. It is one of the world with an estima world with an estima n viewers in over 190 t n viewers in over 190 t ® , Miss International®, ® , Miss International®, Miss Universe® is one of the Big Four international Miss Universe® is one of the Big Four international beauty pageants. The Miss Universe Organization® beauty pageants. The Miss Universe Organization® and its brand are currently owned by the WME/IMG and its brand are currently owned by the WME/IMG talent agency. Telemundo has the licensing rights to talent agency. Telemundo has the licensing rights to air the pageant for the next 5 years. The pageant's air the pageant for the next 5 years. The pageant's advocacy is “humanitarian issues and is a voice to advocacy is “humanitarian issues and is a voice to affect positive change in the world.” affect positive change in the world.”

The title "Miss Universe" was first used by the The title "Miss Universe" was first used by the International Pageant of International Pageant of Pulchritude Pulchritude in 1926. This contest was held annually until 1935, when the in 1926. This contest was held annually until 1935, when the Great Great Depression Depression and other events preceding and other events preceding World War II World War II led to its demise. led to its demise. The current Miss Universe pageant was founded in 1952 by Pacific Knitting The current Miss Universe pageant was founded in 1952 by Pacific Knitting Mills, a Mills, a California California-based clothing company and manufacturer of -based clothing company and manufacturer of Catalina Catalina Swimwear Swimwear. The company was the sponsor of the . The company was the sponsor of the Miss America Miss America pageant until pageant until 1951, when the winner, 1951, when the winner, Yolande Betbeze Yolande Betbeze, refused to pose for publicity pictures , refused to pose for publicity pictures wearing one of their swimsuits. In 1952, Pacific Knitting Mills organized the wearing one of their swimsuits. In 1952, Pacific Knitting Mills organized the Miss Miss USA USA and Miss Universe pageants, co-sponsoring them for decades to follow. and Miss Universe pageants, co-sponsoring them for decades to follow. The first Miss Universe Pageant was held in The first Miss Universe Pageant was held in Long Beach, California Long Beach, California in 1952. It in 1952. It was won by was won by Armi Kuusela Armi Kuusela ffrom rom Finland Finland, who gave up her title, though not , who gave up her title, though not officially, to get married shortly before her year was completed. Until 1958, officially, to get married shortly before her year was completed. Until 1958, the Miss Universe title, like that of Miss America, was dated by the year the Miss Universe title, like that of Miss America, was dated by the year following the contest, so at the time Ms. Kuusela's title was Miss Universe 1953. following the contest, so at the time Ms. Kuusela's title was Miss Universe 1953. Since its founding by Pacific Mills, the pageant has been organized and Since its founding by Pacific Mills, the pageant has been organized and conducted by the Miss Universe Organization. Eventually, Pacific Mills and its conducted by the Miss Universe Organization. Eventually, Pacific Mills and its subsidiaries were acquired by the subsidiaries were acquired by the Kayser-Roth Corporation Kayser-Roth Corporation, which was in turn , which was in turn acquired by acquired by Gulf and Western Industries Gulf and Western Industries. .

THE PAGEANT about THE PAGEANT

The pageant was first televised in 1955. The pageant was first televised in 1955. CBS CBS began began broadcasting broadcasting the combined Miss USA the combined Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants in 1960, and as separate contests in 1965. More than 30 years and Miss Universe pageants in 1960, and as separate contests in 1965. More than 30 years llater, ater, Donald Trump Donald Trump bought the pageant in 1996 from bought the pageant in 1996 from ITT Corp ITT Corp, with a broadcasting , with a broadcasting arrangement with CBS until 2002. During this time, in 1998, Miss Universe, Inc. changed its arrangement with CBS until 2002. During this time, in 1998, Miss Universe, Inc. changed its name to the Miss Universe Organization, and moved its headquarters from name to the Miss Universe Organization, and moved its headquarters from Los Angeles Los Angeles tto o New York City New York City. By late 2002, Trump entered into a joint venture with By late 2002, Trump entered into a joint venture with NBC NBC which in 2003 which in 2003 outbid the other markets for the TV rights. From 2003 to 2014, the pageant was broadcast outbid the other markets for the TV rights. From 2003 to 2014, the pageant was broadcast in the United States on in the United States on NBC NBC. In June 2015, NBC cancelled all business relationships with Trump and the Miss Universe In June 2015, NBC cancelled all business relationships with Trump and the Miss Universe Organization in response to Organization in response to controversial statements controversial statements about illegal immigrants who about illegal immigrants who crossed the border from Mexico As part of the legal settlement, in September 2015, Trump crossed the border from Mexico As part of the legal settlement, in September 2015, Trump bought out NBC's 50% stake in the company, making him the company's sole owner. Three bought out NBC's 50% stake in the company, making him the company's sole owner. Three days later, he sold the whole company to days later, he sold the whole company to WME WME//IMGIMG..] ] Following the change of ownership, Following the change of ownership, in October 2015, in October 2015, Fox Fox and and Azteca Azteca became the official broadcasters of the Miss Universe and became the official broadcasters of the Miss Universe and Miss USA pageants. The current president of the Miss Universe Organization is Paula Miss USA pageants. The current president of the Miss Universe Organization is Paula Shugart, who has held this position since 1997 Shugart, who has held this position since 1997. During the CBS telecast era, During the CBS telecast era, John Charles Daly John Charles Daly hosted the Miss Universe Pageant from hosted the Miss Universe Pageant from 1955 to 1966, 1955 to 1966, Bob Barker Bob Barker from 1967 to 1987, from 1967 to 1987, Alan Thicke Alan Thicke in 1988, in 1988, John Forsythe John Forsythe in 1989, in 1989, Dick Dick Clark Clark from 1990 to 1993, from 1990 to 1993, Bob Goen Bob Goen from 1994 to 1996, and from 1994 to 1996, and Jack Wagner Jack Wagner in 1998 and 1999. in 1998 and 1999. During the NBC telecast era, multiple hosts shared the duties During the NBC telecast era, multiple hosts shared the duties—Billy Bush Billy Bush hosted the Miss hosted the Miss Universe Pageant from 2003 to 2005 and 2009, Universe Pageant from 2003 to 2005 and 2009, Mario Lopez Mario Lopez in 2007, in 2007, Andy Cohen Andy Cohen in 2011 in 2011 and 2012, and and 2012, and Thomas Roberts Thomas Roberts in 2013 and 2014. in 2013 and 2014. Daisy Fuentes Daisy Fuentes, , Nancy O'Dell Nancy O'Dell, , Mel B Mel B and and Natalie Morales Natalie Morales are currently the only females to have hosted the event multiple times are currently the only females to have hosted the event multiple times (from 2002 to 2004, 2005 and 2006, 2008 and 2013, and from 2010 to 2011 and 2014, (from 2002 to 2004, 2005 and 2006, 2008 and 2013, and from 2010 to 2011 and 2014, rrespectively). espectively)

Between 2015 and 2019, Miss Universe is televised live by Between 2015 and 2019, Miss Universe is televised live by FOX FOX and hosted annually by and hosted annually by Steve Harvey Steve Harvey The backstage correspondents include . The backstage correspondents include Roselyn Sanchez Roselyn Sanchez in 2015, in 2015, Ashley Ashley Graham Graham from 2016 to 2018, from 2016 to 2018, Olivia Culpo Olivia Culpo in 2019. In 2020, the in 2019. In 2020, the Miss USA Miss USA and and Miss Teen USA Miss Teen USA brands were split from the Miss Universe Organization into their independent organization, brands were split from the Miss Universe Organization into their independent organization, run by run by Crystle Stewart Crystle Stewart, while the broadcast rights to the Miss Universe Pageant was , while the broadcast rights to the Miss Universe Pageant was temporarily split between temporarily split between Telemundo Telemundo and and FYI FYI. Due to uncertainties related to the 2020 . Due to uncertainties related to the 2020 pageant, Harvey could not present this edition. It was presented again by Mario Lopez, but pageant, Harvey could not present this edition. It was presented again by Mario Lopez, but this time accompanied by Culpo. The contract with FOX and Harvey was resumed for the this time accompanied by Culpo. The contract with FOX and Harvey was resumed for the 2021 edition, with 2021 edition, with Cheslie Kryst Cheslie Kryst as the main correspondent. as the main correspondent. On October 26, 2022, On October 26, 2022, Thailand Thailand-based -based JKN Global Group JKN Global Group acquired Miss Universe acquired Miss Universe Organization (MUO) from Organization (MUO) from Endeavor Group Holdings Endeavor Group Holdings-owned -owned IMG Worldwide IMG Worldwide at $14 million, at $14 million, making making Anne Jakapong Jakrajutatip Anne Jakapong Jakrajutatip the first the first ttransgender ransgender woman to own the organization woman to own the organization and marking the first time the organization expands its headquarters outside the U.S. From and marking the first time the organization expands its headquarters outside the U.S. From the 2022 edition onwards, NBC has re-acquired broadcast rights for the competition as a the 2022 edition onwards, NBC has re-acquired broadcast rights for the competition as a result of the ownership changes. result of the ownership changes.

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Crowns of Miss Universe Crowns of Miss Universe

The crown of Miss Universe has changed nine times over the course of its 70-year history. The crown of Miss Universe has changed nine times over the course of its 70-year history.

Romanov Imperial Nuptial Crown (1952) as the first crown, was previously owned by the now-defunct Russian Romanov Imperial Nuptial Crown (1952) as the first crown, was previously owned by the now-defunct Russian monarchy. It was used by Armi Kuusela in 1952. monarchy. It was used by Armi Kuusela in 1952.

Romanov Diadem Crown or Metal Bronze Crown (1953) When Christiane Martel of France became Miss Universe Romanov Diadem Crown or Metal Bronze Crown (1953) When Christiane Martel of France became Miss Universe

1953, the nuptial crown was replaced by a metallic bronze crown. She was the only Miss Universe titleholder to 1953, the nuptial crown was replaced by a metallic bronze crown. She was the only Miss Universe titleholder to wear this crown. wear this crown.

Star of the Universe (1954–1960) This crown was used from 1954 to 1960. It was named as such due to the star Star of the Universe (1954–1960) This crown was used from 1954 to 1960. It was named as such due to the star shape at the top of the crown. It is made up of approximately 1,000 Oriental cultured and black pearls set in shape at the top of the crown. It is made up of approximately 1,000 Oriental cultured and black pearls set in solid gold and platinum and only weighed 1.25 pounds. It was insured for US$500,000. solid gold and platinum and only weighed 1.25 pounds. It was insured for US$500,000.

Lady Rhinestone Crown or Coventry Crown (1961–2001) — This crown was purely made from rhinestones, Lady Rhinestone Crown or Coventry Crown (1961–2001) This crown was purely made from rhinestones, debuting in 1961 as part of the 10th anniversary of the Miss Universe pageant. Only Marlene Schmidt from debuting in 1961 as part of the 10th anniversary of the Miss Universe pageant. Only Marlene Schmidt from Germany and Norma Nolan from Argentina wore this crown. In 1963, renowned jeweler Sarah Coventry Germany and Norma Nolan from Argentina wore this crown. In 1963, renowned jeweler Sarah Coventry reinvented the rhinestone crown which featured a female figure (holding a scepter) as its main centerpiece. The reinvented the rhinestone crown which featured a female figure (holding a scepter) as its main centerpiece. The cheaper cost of its rhinestone design made it possible to create exact replicas of the crown to be given to cheaper cost of its rhinestone design made it possible to create exact replicas of the crown to be given to outgoing titleholders. The design was slightly modified in 1973 for the wearer's convenience, and was dubbed as outgoing titleholders. The design was slightly modified in 1973 for the wearer's convenience, and was dubbed as The Lady Crown. This was used until 2002, when Denise Quinones became its last crown holder before The Lady Crown. This was used until 2002, when Denise Quinones became its last crown holder before relinquishing her role as Miss Universe, and the Mikimoto Pearl company accepted the offer to sponsor a relinquishing her role as Miss Universe, and the Mikimoto Pearl company accepted the offer to sponsor a commemorative crown for the Miss Universe Organization during the same year's 50th overall edition for the commemorative crown for the Miss Universe Organization during the same year's 50th overall edition for the ppageant. ageant. Mikimoto Crown (2002–2007; 2017–2018) — used from 2002 to 2007 for the 50th commemorative anniversary of Mikimoto Crown (2002–2007; 2017–2018) used from 2002 to 2007 for the 50th commemorative anniversary of the Miss Universe organization, this crown was designed by Tomohiro Yamaji for the Mikimoto Company, the the Miss Universe organization, this crown was designed by Tomohiro Yamaji for the Mikimoto Company, the official jewel sponsor of the Miss Universe Organization. The crown depicted the phoenix rising, signifying official jewel sponsor of the Miss Universe Organization. The crown depicted the phoenix rising, signifying status, power and beauty, as stipulated in their sponsorship deal. The crown has 500 natural colorless diamonds status, power and beauty, as stipulated in their sponsorship deal The crown has 500 natural colorless diamonds of almost 30 carats (6.0 g), 120 South Sea and Akoya pearls, ranging in size from 3 to 18 mm diameter and is of almost 30 carats (6.0 g), 120 South Sea and Akoya pearls, ranging in size from 3 to 18 mm diameter and is valued at US$250,000. The crown was designed for the pageant on Mikimoto Pearl Island in Japan with the valued at US$250,000. The crown was designed for the pageant on Mikimoto Pearl Island in Japan with the Mikimoto crown and tiara being first used for Miss Universe 2002, which was unveiled by former proprietor Mikimoto crown and tiara being first used for Miss Universe 2002, which was unveiled by former proprietor Donald Trump. Among pageant connoisseurs, the Mikimoto crown is reputedly the most sought among beauty Donald Trump. Among pageant connoisseurs, the Mikimoto crown is reputedly the most sought among beauty titleholders, before finally being retired for use after Catriona Gray became the last Miss Universe winner to ever titleholders, before finally being retired for use after Catriona Gray became the last Miss Universe winner to ever use the crown on her reign until 2019. use the crown on her reign until 2019. CAO Crown (2008) In 2008, Dayana Mendoza of Venezuela was crowned with a tiara designed by a tandem of CAO Crown (2008) In 2008, Dayana Mendoza of Venezuela was crowned with a tiara designed by a tandem of Rosalina Lydster and Dang Kim Lien of CAO Fine Jewelry. The crown was valued at US$120,000, was made of an Rosalina Lydster and Dang Kim Lien of CAO Fine Jewelry. The crown was valued at US$120,000, was made of an 18 karat combination of white and yellow gold and composed of over 1,000 precious stones, including 555 white 18 karat combination of white and yellow gold and composed of over 1,000 precious stones, including 555 white diamonds (30 carats), 375 cognac diamonds (14 carats), 10 smoky quartz crystals (20 carats) and 19 morganite diamonds (30 carats), 375 cognac diamonds (14 carats), 10 smoky quartz crystals (20 carats) and 19 morganite gemstones (60 carats). The yellow lustre of the gold represents the prosperous thriving economy in Vietnam as gemstones (60 carats). The yellow lustre of the gold represents the prosperous thriving economy in Vietnam as symbolized by a Vietnamese Crane heron. However, Mendoza declined to use this crown and thus insisted on the symbolized by a Vietnamese Crane heron. However, Mendoza declined to use this crown and thus insisted on the Mikimoto crown when she crowned her compatriot, Stefanía Fernández as her successor. Mikimoto crown when she crowned her compatriot, Stefanía Fernández as her successor.

Diamond Nexus Crown (2009–2013) From 2009 to 2013, Diamond Nexus Labs made the Miss Universe crown. Diamond Nexus Crown (2009–2013) From 2009 to 2013, Diamond Nexus Labs made the Miss Universe crown. The crown is set with 1,371 gemstones, weighing a total of 416.09 carats (83.218 g). It contains 544.31 grams of The crown is set with 1,371 gemstones, weighing a total of 416 09 carats (83 218 g) It contains 544 31 grams of 14k and 18k white gold as well as platinum.[citation needed] The crown features synthetic rubies to represent 14k and 18k white gold as well as platinum.[citation needed] The crown features synthetic rubies to represent Miss Universe's HIV/AIDS education and awareness platform. Diamond Nexus Labs is the first ever eco-friendly Miss Universe's HIV/AIDS education and awareness platform. Diamond Nexus Labs is the first ever eco-friendly Official Jeweler of Miss Universe and was selected as part of NBC Universal's "Green is Universal" initiative. Official Jeweler of Miss Universe and was selected as part of NBC Universal's "Green is Universal" initiative.

DIC Crown (2014–2016) From 2014 to 2016, Paulina Vega, Pia Wurtzbach and Iris Mittenaere were decorated DIC Crown (2014–2016) From 2014 to 2016, Paulina Vega, Pia Wurtzbach and Iris Mittenaere were decorated with the DIC Crown, estimated to be worth US$300,000 and produced by Czech company Diamonds International with the DIC Crown, estimated to be worth US$300,000 and produced by Czech company Diamonds International Corporation (DIC). The whole production process took approximately four months and required the work of ten Corporation (DIC). The whole production process took approximately four months and required the work of ten artisans. The crown is reminiscent of the Manhattan Skyline and is composed of 311 diamonds, 5 pieces of blue artisans. The crown is reminiscent of the Manhattan Skyline and is composed of 311 diamonds, 5 pieces of blue topaz, 198 pieces of blue sapphire, 33 pieces of heat fired crystals, and 220 grams of 18k karat white gold. The topaz, 198 pieces of blue sapphire, 33 pieces of heat—fired crystals, and 220 grams of 18k karat white gold. The grand total weight of the crown is 411 grams. This crown was retired in 2017 due to a copyright infringement and grand total weight of the crown is 411 grams. This crown was retired in 2017 due to a copyright infringement and subsequent payment issues between DIC and the Miss Universe Organization. subsequent payment issues between DIC and the Miss Universe Organization. Mouawad Power of Unity Crown (2019–present) On December 5, 2019, the new jeweler of the Miss Universe Mouawad Power of Unity Crown (2019–present) On December 5, 2019, the new jeweler of the Miss Universe Organization, Mouawad Jewelry, revealed the Mouawad Crown that is estimated to be worth US$5 million, Organization, Mouawad Jewelry, revealed the Mouawad Crown that is estimated to be worth US$5 million, making it the world's most expensive beauty pageant crown on record. The crown consists of Golden Canary making it the world's most expensive beauty pageant crown on record. The crown consists of Golden Canary Diamond that weighs 62.83 carat. According to Pascal Mouawad, the crown symbolizes Ambition, Diversity, Diamond that weighs 62.83 carat. According to Pascal Mouawad, the crown symbolizes Ambition, Diversity, Community, and Beauty. Community, and Beauty.

Miss Universe Creed Miss Universe Creed

1960s:

We, representing the countries of the world in the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant, In order to further the cause of peace, justice and mutual understanding, Do solemnly dedicate ourselves to the highest ideals of sportsmanship, friendship and goodwill among the people of the Universe

1970s:

We, the women of the Universe, believe young people everywhere, Are seeking justice, tolerance and mutual understanding. We pledge to spread this message in every way we can, where ever we go.

1980s:

We, representing the countries in the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant, In order to further the cause of international peace, justice and mutual understanding, Do solemnly dedicate ourselves to the highest ideals of sportsmanship, friendship and goodwill.

1980 Shawn Nichols Weatherly - U S A 1980 Shawn Nichols Weatherly - U S A

Q: What would you tell someone who asked you why you wanted to be Miss Universe?

Q: What would you tell someone who asked you why you to be Miss Universe?

A: “Well I’m from a small town in South Carolina and being on a student’s budget I didn’t have much chance to travel My A: “Well I’m from a small town in South Carolina and being on a student’s budget I didn’t have much chance to travel My father was from the Air Force and did most of his travelling before I was born. And I’d love to see the world and all the father was from the Air Force and did most of his travelling before I was born And I’d love to see the world and all the people and the cultures that are included in it and I think without the opportunity to be in the Miss Universe would not be people and cultures that are included in it and I without the opportunity to be in the Miss Universe would not be able to see the many countries that are opening up to me now ” able to see the many countries that are up to me now ”

1981 Irene Lailin Sáez Conde - VENEZUELA 1981 Irene Lailin Sáez Conde - VENEZUELA

Q: If the Miss Universe pageant could offer you the right to have one wish come true not for the world, but for you personally

Q: If the Miss Universe pageant could offer you the right to have one wish come true not for the world, but for you personally what would it be? what would it be?

A: “I would like to enjoy everything that the world has to offer I would like to make friends with all the 80 girls that are here

A: “I would like to enjoy everything that the has to offer. I would like to make friends with all the 80 girls that are here and to enjoy all of the good things that I’ve had here ” and to enjoy all of the good things that I’ve had here.” 1982 1982

1984 Yvonne Agneta Ryding - SWEDEN 1984 Yvonne Agneta Ryding - SWEDEN

Q: Should you be the new Miss Universe; you will become a symbol to young women and girls all over the world. What Q: Should you be the new Miss Universe; you will become a symbol to women and girls all over the world What would you like to tell them? would you like to tell them?

A: “I think I wanted to tell them that have their own personality, always try to stand at the both feet on the floor And try to, A: “I think I wanted to them that have own personality, always try to stand at the both feet on the floor. And try to, well, I think the most important is to stand at the both feet on the floor and try to do other people happy and help ” well, I think the most important is to stand at the both feet on the floor and try to do other people happy and help ”

1985 Deborah Fatima Carthy-Deu - PUERTO RICO 1985 Deborah Fatima Carthy-Deu - PUERTO RICO

Q: From your friends at home and your sister contestants here at the pageant, you have an idea of what today’s young

Q: From your friends at home and your sister contestants here at the pageant, you have an idea of what today’s young women want to say to the world. What message as Miss Universe would you want to give on their behalf? women want to say to the world What message as Miss Universe would you want to give on their behalf?

A: “I would like to tell everybody that they should really work hard to achieve anything that they want to pursue And that A: “I would like to tell everybody that they really work hard to anything that they want to pursue. And that always be very faithful and keep on working ” always be very faithful and on working ”

1986 1986 Bárbara Palacios Teyde - VENEZUELA Bárbara Palacios Teyde -

No Final Question No Final Question No Final Answer No Final Answer

1987 1987 Cecilia Carolina Bolocco Fonck - CHILE Cecilia Carolina Bolocco Fonck - CHILE No Final Question No Final Question No Final Answer No Final Answer

1988 1988 Porntip Nakhirunkanok - THAILAND Porntip Nakhirunkanok - THAILAND

1989 1989 Angela Visser Angela Visser HOLLAND HOLLAND

1990 Mona Grudt - NORWAY 1990 Mona Grudt - NORWAY

No Final Question No Question No Final Answer No Final Answer

No Final Question No Final Question No Final Answer No Final Answer

Q: If you were a judge in tonight’s contest, who would you give your vote for Miss Universe and why?

Q: If you were a judge in tonight’s contest, who would you give your vote for Miss Universe and why?

A: “I think it is very difficult to answer on that but I think it’s Miss Finland, because she’s always in a good mood, always kind A: “I it is very difficult to answer on that but I think Miss Finland, because she’s always a good mood, always kind to everybody and cheering everybody up when they’re down.” to everybody and cheering everybody up when they’re down ”

Q: What is the most difficult problem facing your country today and what should be done about it?

Q: What is the most difficult problem facing your country today and what should be done about it?

A: “Well, I think the most recently thing we have at hand is the Free Trade we are working on it. And I think it will be hard for A: “Well, I think the most recently thing we have at hand is the Free Trade we are working on it And I think it will be hard for my country because we have to compete with very advance technology from other countries that are richer than we are my country because we have to compete with very advance technology from other countries that are richer than we are. But I know we’re gonna make it, I know we are a big country, and our people is great So I feel hope with my people ” But I know we’re gonna make it, I know we are a big country, and our people is great So I feel hope with my people

1992 Michelle McLean - NAMIBIA 1992 Michelle McLean - NAMIBIA

Q: If you became leader of your country tomorrow, what would be the first thing you would do?

Q: If you became leader of your country tomorrow, what would be the first thing you would do?

A: “I would speak to the children; tell them that I’m there for them. Because they are the foundation of our every nation. A: “I would speak to the children; tell them that I’m there for them Because they are the foundation of our every nation And I’d like them to know that I’m there for them ” And I’d like them to know that I’m there for them.”

1993 Dayanara Yari Torres Delgado - PUERTO RICO 1993 Dayanara Yari Torres Delgado - PUERTO RICO

Q: If you were to become Miss Universe, what is the single most important thing you would want to accomplish?

Q: If you were become Miss Universe, what is the single most important thing you would want to accomplish?

A: “I think we would have to work basing ourselves in our past, working hard in the present to provide for a better future I A: “I think we would have to work basing ourselves in our past, hard in the present to provide for a better future. I believe that we should turn our energies to the children of the world to provide for them a better future because that is believe that we should turn our energies to the children of the world to provide for them a better future because that is where our future lies ” where our future lies ”

Karen Dianne Baldwin - CANADA Karen Dianne Baldwin - CANADA No final Question No final Question No final Answer No final Answer 1983 1983 Lorraine Elizabeth Downes - NEW ZEALAND Lorraine Elizabeth Downes - NEW ZEALAND No final Question No final Question No final Answer No final Answer

1991 María Guadalupe "Lupita" Jones Garay - MEXICO 1991 María "Lupita" Jones Garay - MEXICO

2013 María Gabriela de Jesús Isler Morales – VENEZUELA 2013 María Gabriela de Jesús Morales – VENEZUELA

Q: What is your biggest fear and how do you plan to overcome it?

Q: What is your biggest fear and how do you plan to overcome it?

A: “We should overcome all our fears and this in turn would make us stronger As soon as we overcome our fears, we can A: “We should overcome all our fears and this in turn would make us stronger As soon as we overcome our fears, we can face any challenge” face any challenge”

2014 Paulina Vega Dieppa - COLOMBIA 2014 Paulina Vega Dieppa - COLOMBIA

Q: What is the greatest contribution from your country to the entire world? Q: What the greatest contribution from your country to the entire world?

A: “My country has been an example for the rest of the countries We are preserving people no matter what is in our way A: “My country has been an example for the rest of the countries We are preserving people no matter what is in our We continue fighting for what we want to accomplish.” We continue fighting for what we want to accomplish ”

2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach – PHILIPPINES 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach – PHILIPPINES

Q: Why should you be the next Miss Universe?

Q: Why should you be the next Miss Universe?

A: “To be a Miss Universe is both an honor and responsibility If I were to be Miss Universe, I will use my voice to influence the

A: “To be a Miss Universe is both an and responsibility. If I were to be Miss Universe, I will use my voice to influence youth and I would raise awareness to certain causes like HIV awareness that is timely and relevant to my country which is youth and I would raise awareness to certain causes like HIV awareness that is and relevant to my country which is the Philippines. I want to show the world, the universe rather, that I am confidently beautiful with a heart. Thank you.” the Philippines I want to show the world, the universe rather, that I am confidently beautiful with a heart Thank you ”

2016 Iris Mittenaêre - FRANCE 2016 Iris Mittenaêre - FRANCE

Q: Name something over the course of your life that you failed at, and tell us what you learned from that experience?

Q: Name something over the course of your life that you failed at, and tell us what you learned from that experience?

A: “I've failed several times in my life, so I thought that I failed the first time that I went out on a casting, because my name A: “I've failed several times in my life, so I thought that I failed the first time that I went out on a casting, because my name wasn't on the list The very next day, I found that I was in a new book So, I think that when you fail, you have to be elevated, wasn't on list. very next day, I found that I was in a new book. So, I think that when you fail, you have to be elevated, you have to try again, and keep going. If tonight, I'm not one of the winners, I will still have the great honor of being one of you have to try again, and keep going If tonight, I'm not one of the winners, I will still have the great honor of being one of the 3 finalists, so I think that I have failed before, but I think this is a great first opportunity ” the 3 finalists, so I think that I have failed before, but think this is a great first opportunity ”

2017 Demi Leigh Nel-Peters - SOUTH AFRICA 2017 Demi Leigh Nel-Peters - SOUTH AFRICA

Q: What quality in yourself are you most proud of and how will you apply that quality to your time as Miss Universe?

Q: What quality in yourself are you proud of and how will you apply that quality to your time as Miss Universe?

A: “As Miss Universe you have to be confident in who you are as an individual A Miss Universe is a woman [who] has A: “As Miss Universe you have to confident in who you are as an individual. A Miss Universe is a woman [who] has overcome many fears, and, by that, she is able to help other women overcome their fears. She is a woman that nothing is overcome many fears, and, by that, she is able to help other women overcome their fears She is a woman that nothing is ever too much to ask for, and I think that is exactly who I am.” ever too much to ask for, and I think that is exactly who I am ”

2018 Catriona Eliza Magnayon Grey – PHILIPPINES 2018 Catriona Eliza Magnayon Grey – PHILIPPINES

Q: What is the most important lesson

Q: What is the most important lesson you ' ve learned in your life, and how would you apply it to your time as Miss Universe? you ' ve learned in your life, how would you apply it to your time as Miss Universe?

A: "I worked a lot in the slums of Tondo, Manila; and the life there is very - it's poor, and it's very sad And I always taught A: "I worked a lot in the slums of Tondo, Manila; and the life there is very - it's poor, and it's very sad And I always taught myself to look for the beauty in it - to look for the beauty of the faces of the children; and to be grateful. And I would bring myself to look for the beauty in it - to look for the beauty of the faces of the children; and to be grateful And I would bring this aspect as a Miss Universe to see situations with the silver lining And to assess where I could give something, where I this aspect as a Miss Universe to see situations with the silver lining. to assess where I could give something, where I could provide something as a spokesperson And this I think if I could teach also people to be grateful we could have an could provide something as a spokesperson And this I think if I could teach also people to be grateful we could have an amazing world where negativity could not grow and foster, and children would have a smile on their face." amazing world where negativity could not grow and foster, and children would have a smile on their face "

Q: What is the most important thing we should teach young girls today?

Q: What is the most important thing we should teach young girls today?

A: "I think the most important thing we should be teaching young girls today is leadership It’s something that has been A: "I think the most important thing we should be teaching young girls today is leadership It’s something that has been lacking in young girls and women for a very long time, not because we don’t want to but because of what society has lacking in young girls women a very long time, not because we don’t want to but because of what society has labelled women to be. I think we are the most powerful beings in the world and that we should be given every opportunity labelled women to be I think we are the most powerful beings in the world and that we should be given every opportunity and that is what we should be teaching these young girls, to take up space, nothing is as important as taking up space in and that is what should be teaching these young girls, to take up space, nothing is as important as taking up space in society and cementing yourself, thank you " society and cementing yourself, thank you."

2019 Zozibini Tunzi - SOUTH AFRICA 2019 Zozibini Tunzi - SOUTH AFRICA

Q: If you were the leader of your country. How would you have handled COVID-19 pandemic?

Q: If you were the leader of your country How would you have handled COVID-19 pandemic?

A: "I believe there's not a perfect way to handle this for situations, such as COVID-19. However, I

A: "I believe there's not a perfect way to handle this for situations, such as COVID-19 However, I believe that what I would have done was create a lockdown even before everything was that big. believe that what I would have done was create a lockdown even before everything was that big Because we lost so many lives and we cannot afford that, we have to take care of our people. Because we lost so many lives and we cannot afford that, we have to take care of our people That's why I would have taken care of them since the beginning." That's why I would have taken care of them since the beginning "

2021 Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu - INDIA 2021 Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu - INDIA

Q: What advice would you give to young women watching on how to deal with the pressures they

Q: What advice would you give to young women watching on how to deal with the pressures they face today? face today?

A: "Well, I think the biggest pressure the youth is facing today is to believe in themselves, to know A: "Well, I think biggest pressure the youth is facing today to believe in themselves, to know that you are unique and that’s what makes you beautiful. Stop comparing yourselves with others that you are unique and that’s what makes you beautiful. Stop comparing yourselves with others and let's talk about more important things that are happening worldwide I think this is what you and let's talk about more important things that are happening worldwide. I think is what you need to understand Come out, speak for yourself because you are the leader of your life You are need to understand. Come out, speak for yourself because you are the leader of your life. You are the voice of your own I believed in myself and that's why I'm standing here today " the voice of your own. I believed in myself and that's why I'm standing here today."

2022 2022 R'Bonney Gabriel - USA R'Bonney Gabriel - USA

Q: If you win Miss Universe, how will you work to demonstrate this is an empowering and Q: If you win Universe, how will you work to demonstrate this is an empowering and progressive organization? progressive organization?

A: "Well, I would use it to be a transformational leader As a very passionate designer, (having) A: "Well, I would use it to be a transformational leader. As a very passionate designer, (having) been sewing for 13 years, I use fashion as a force for good In my industry, I'm cutting down on been sewing for 13 years, I use fashion as a force good. In my industry, I'm cutting down on pollution through recycled materials when I make my clothing I teach sewing classes to women pollution through recycled materials when I make my clothing. I teach sewing classes to women that have survived from human trafficking and domestic violence And I say that because it is so that have survived from human trafficking and domestic violence. And I say that because it is so important to invest in others, invest in our community, and use your unique talent to make a important to invest in others, invest in our community, and use your unique talent to make a difference We all have something special, and when we plant those seeds (in) other people in our difference. We all have something special, and when we plant those seeds (in) other people in our life, we transform them, and we use that as a vehicle for change " life, we transform them, and we use that as a vehicle change."

2020 Alma Andrea Meza Carmona – MEXICO 2020 Alma Andrea Meza Carmona – MEXICO

First Latina to win Miss Universe: Gladys Zender (Peru, 1957)

First Latina to win Miss Universe: Gladys Zender (Peru, 1957)

First European to win Miss Universe: Armi Kuusela (Finland, 1952)

First European to win Miss Universe: Armi Kuusela (Finland, 1952)

Asian country with most number of wins in Miss Universe is the Philippines (1969, 1973, 2015 and Asian country with most number of wins in Miss Universe is the Philippines (1969, 1973, 2015 and 2018). 2018)

Longest reign for Miss Universe: Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa, who reigned for one year and five

Longest reign for Miss Universe: Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa, who reigned for one year and five months She was crowned on Dec 8, 2019 and relinquished it on May 16, 2021, or a total of 525 months. She was crowned on Dec. 8, 2019 and relinquished it on May 16, 2021, or a total of 525 days. days

Number of times the Miss Universe pageant was held in the US: 34 times (1952 - 1971,

Number of times the Miss Universe pageant was held in the US: 34 times (1952 - 1971, 1981, 1983- 1981, 19831985, 1990-1991, 1996-1998, 2006, 2010, 2012, 2014-2015, 2017, 2019-2020 and 2022) 1985, 1990-1991, 1996-1998, 2006, 2010, 2012, 2014-2015, 2017, 2019-2020 and 2022)

First time the pageant was held in Europe was in Greece (1973) Russia became the second First time the pageant was held in Europe was in Greece (1973). Russia became the second European nation to stage the beauty contest in 2013. European nation to stage the beauty contest in 2013.

Number of times Miss Universe was held in Asia-Pacific region: 13 times. The Philippines, hosted Number of times Miss Universe was held in Asia-Pacific region: 13 times. The Philippines, hosted the contest three times (1974, 1994 and 2016), Thailand (1992, 2005, 2018), Hong Kong (1976), the contest three times (1974, 1994 and 2016), Thailand (1992, 2005, 2018), Hong Kong (1976), Australia (1979), South Korea (1980), Singapore (1987), Taiwan (1988), Vietnam (2008) and Israel Australia (1979), South Korea (1980), Singapore (1987), Taiwan (1988), Vietnam (2008) and Israel (2021). (2021)

Largest, heaviest national costume: Largest, heaviest national costume: Miss Paraguay Pamela Zarza’s costume, which also won for Miss Paraguay Pamela Zarza’s costume, which also won for her Best in National Costume during Miss Universe in 1992, holds the record It was 12-feet high her Best in National Costume during Miss Universe in 1992, holds the record. It was 12-feet high and seven-feet wide. and seven-feet wide

Apart from the US whose delegates sometimes win during the 34 times the contest was held Apart from the US whose delegates sometimes win during the 34 times the contest was held there, Puerto Rico, which witnessed Puerto Rican Denise Quiñones crowned in Bayamon, Puerto there, Puerto Rico, which witnessed Puerto Rican Denise Quiñones crowned in Bayamon, Puerto Rico in 2001, is the only host country with the distinction of seeing its girl win on native soil. Rico in 2001, is the only host country with the distinction of seeing its girl win on native soil.

US President Donald Trump, before winning the presidency, became the owner of the Miss US President Donald Trump, before winning the presidency, became the owner of the Miss Universe Organization in 1996 until he sold it to WME/IMG talent agency in September 2015 Universe Organization in 1996 until he sold it to WME/IMG talent agency in September 2015.

Weight problem: Miss Universe 1996 Alicia Machado was warned by the Miss Universe Weight problem: Miss Universe 1996 Alicia Machado was warned by the Miss Universe Organization, which was then led by Trump, for exceeding the required weight limit for Organization, which was then led by for exceeding the required weight limit for titleholders. Trump even called her “Miss Housekeeping” and “Miss Piggy” titleholders Trump even called her “Miss Housekeeping” and “Miss Piggy”

Miss Universe Guam 1999 Trisha Heflin was barred from participating in the pageant for being Miss Universe Guam 1999 Trisha Heflin was barred from participating in the pageant for being pregnant pregnant.

Kosovo joined Miss Universe for the first time in 2008, represented by Zana Krasniqi, the first-timer Kosovo joined Miss Universe for the first time in 2008, represented by Zana Krasniqi, the first-timer finished in the Top 10. finished in the Top 10

Miss Universe 1981 Irene Saez of Chacao, Venezuela became a mayor in 1992. She later ran for Miss Universe 1981 Irene Saez of Chacao, Venezuela became a mayor in 1992 She later ran for president of Venezuela, but lost president of Venezuela, but lost.

Miss USA 2016 Deshauna Barber is a member of the US Army Miss USA 2016 Deshauna Barber is a member of the US Army.

Miss British Virgin Islands 2016 Erika Creque, on her Instagram post, mistook former Miss British Virgin Islands

2016 Erika Creque, on her Instagram post, mistook former Ilocos Sur Gov. Chavit Singson for President Rodrigo Duterte. She immediately Ilocos Sur Gov. Chavit Singson for President Rodrigo Duterte. She immediately corrected her mistake. corrected her mistake.

Miss Brazil 2016 Raissa Santana, one of the current frontrunners in the contest, is Miss Brazil 2016 Raissa Santana, one of the current frontrunners in the contest, is the first black woman to be crowned in her home country in 30 years. the first black woman to be crowned in her home country in 30 years. A number of Miss Universe contestants popular among Filipinos have passed away A number of Miss Universe contestants popular among Filipinos have passed away over the decades, including Miss Universe 1974 Amparo Muñoz, who died in 2011 over the decades, including Miss Universe 1974 Amparo Muñoz, who died in 2011 from brain cancer, and Miss Universe Philippines 1980 Chat Silayan, who from brain cancer, and Miss Universe Philippines 1980 Chat Silayan, who succumbed to colon cancer in 2009. succumbed to colon cancer in 2009.

Other Miss Universe were: Hellevi Rombin, Miss Universe 1956 dies in 1996; Luz Other Miss Universe were: Hellevi Rombin, Miss Universe 1956 dies in 1996; Luz Marina Zuluaga, Miss Universe 1959 died in 2014; Sylvia Hitchcock, Miss Universe Marina Zuluaga, Miss Universe 1959 died in 2014; Sylvia Hitchcock, Miss Universe 1967 died in 2015 and Chelsi Smith, Miss Universe 1995 died in 2018 1967 died in 2015 and Chelsi Smith, Miss Universe 1995 died in 2018

Miss Universe Creed: Miss Universe Creed: 1960s: 1960s: We, representing the countries of the world in the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant, In We, representing the countries of the world in the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant, In order to further the cause of peace, justice and mutual understanding, Do solemnly order to further the cause of peace, justice and mutual understanding, Do solemnly dedicate ourselves to the highest ideals of sportsmanship, friendship and goodwill dedicate ourselves to the highest ideals of sportsmanship, friendship and goodwill among the people of the Universe among the people of the Universe

1970s: 1970s: We, the women of the Universe, believe young people everywhere, Are seeking We, the women of the Universe, believe young people everywhere, Are seeking justice, tolerance and mutual understanding. We pledge to spread this message in justice, tolerance and mutual understanding. We pledge to spread this message in every way we can, where ever we go. every way we can, where ever we go. 1980s: 1980s: We, representing the countries in the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant, In order to We, representing the countries in the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant, In order to further the cause of international peace, justice and mutual understanding, Do further the cause of international peace, justice and mutual understanding, Do solemnly dedicate ourselves to the highest ideals of sportsmanship, friendship and solemnly dedicate ourselves to the highest ideals of sportsmanship, friendship and goodwill. goodwill.

Miss Universe 2020: Miss Universe 2020: Final Word - MEXICO Final Word - MEXICO

On changing beauty standards: On changing beauty standards: "We live in a society that more and more is more in advanced, and as we advanced "We live in a society that more and more is more in advanced, and as we advanced as a society we ' ve also advanced with stereotypes. Nowadays beauty isn't only the as a society we ' ve also advanced with stereotypes. Nowadays beauty isn't only the way we look, for me beauty radiates not only in our spirit but in our hearts, and the way we look, for me beauty radiates not only in our spirit but in our hearts, and the way that we conduct ourselves. Never permit someone to tell you you are not way that we conduct ourselves. Never permit someone to tell you you are not valuable." valuable."

Pinoy Trivia In MISS UNIVERSE

First Miss Universe show in Asia: Philippines (July 19, 1974 at the Folk Arts Theater)

Year the Miss Universe pageant was first televised: 1955

First time Miss Universe was held outside the US: Dorado, Puerto Rico in 1972.

First Filipina contestant in Miss Universe: Teresita Torralba Sanchez, 1952.

First time PH bet to enter semifinals: Blesilda Ocampo, 1954

Years PH did not participate in Miss Universe:1958 to 1961

First time PH won Miss Universe: Gloria Diaz, 1969 Margie Moran won four years later in 1973 and Pia Wurtzbach, after a 42-year wait, won in 2015 Catriona Gray won in 2018 after a 3-year wait

Country with the most successive Top 5 finish: Finland (entered the Top 5 from 1965 to 1969.)

First time Miss Universe changes format to Top 3 finalists from the traditional Top 5-1990. Then it reverted back to Top 5 finalists in 2001. Finally, it went back again to the Top 3 format in 2015 during Pia’s time.

First time Miss Universe pageant announces 16 semifinalists: 1953.

First time Miss Universe pageant announces 20 semifinalists: 2006 In 2007, it reverted back to 15 semifinalists

First Filipino judge in Miss Universe: Carlos P Romulo, 1974 Other Filipino judges were fashion designer and businesswoman Josie Cruz Natori, 1989; singer Kuh Ledesma, 1991; philanthropist and former Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation chair Dr. Emilio T. Yap, 1994; Broadway star Lea Salonga, 2011; and boxing champ Sen. Manny Pacquiao, 2014, Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach, 2017, Designer Monique Lhuillier, 2018 and Architect Richelle Singson-Michaels 2018

Number of times the Philippines became semifinalist in Miss Universe: 21 times (Blesilda Ocampo, 1954; Lalaine Bennett, 3rd runner up, 1963; Louise Vail Aurelio, 1965; Maria Clarinda Soriano, 1966; Gloria Diaz, Miss Universe 1969; Armi Barbara Crespo, 1972; Margarita Moran. Miss Universe 1973; Guadalupe Sanchez, 1974; Rose Marie Brosas, 4th runner up, 1975; Chat Silayan, 3rd runner up, 1980; Desiree Verdadero, 3rd runner up, 1984; Geraldine Asis, 1987; Charlene Gonzales, 1994; Miriam Quiambao, 1st runner up, 1999; Venus Raj, 4th runner up, 2010; Shamcey Supsup, 3rd runner up, 2011; Janine Tugonon, 1st runner up, 2012; Ariella Arida, 3rd runner up, 2013; Mary Jean Lastimosa, 2014; Pia Wurtzbach, Miss Universe 2015; Maxine Medina, 2016; Rachel Peters, 2017 and Catriona Gray, Miss Universe 2018

First and so far only Best National Costume award for the Philippines: Charlene Gonzales in 1994 until 2019 when Gazini Ganados won.

First locally produced movie of Miss Universe 1969 Gloria Diaz: Ang Pinakamagandang Hayop Sa Balat ng Lupa, 1975

First locally produced movie of Miss Wales Helen Morgan, 1st runner-up, Miss Universe 1974: Isang Gabi sa Buhay ng Isang Babae, 1976

First locally produced movie of Miss Finland Johanna Raunio, 2nd runner-up, Miss Universe 1974: Lorelei, 1975.

First locally produced movie of Miss Aruba Maureen Ava Viera, 4th runner up, Miss Universe 1974: Miss Aruba Went to Town, 1975

First Miss Universe contestant embroiled in a local controversy—Miss Mauritius Viveka Babajee for allegedly taking part in the Manila Film Festival “scam” in 1994. She fled the country before authorities could question her. Babajee committed suicide in India in 2010.

Miss Universe contestants who married a Filipino : Miss Universe 1952 Armii Kuusela, who married businessman Virgilio Hilario, and Miss Australia Michelle Van Eimeren, who competed in Miss Universe 1994. She married Filipino singer Ogie Alcasid in 1996 and later separated with him in 2007. She now lives in Australia with their two children.

The Folk Arts Theater located at the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex in Pasay City was specifically built for the staging of the 1974 Miss Universe beauty contest in Manila. Spearheaded by then First Lady Imelda Marcos and designed by National Artist Leandro Locsin, it was built in 77 days.

Reigning Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach loves to eat freshly baked hopia, which she buys at Farmers Market in Quezon City.

It took three attempts before Pia Wurtzbach finally became the country’s official delegate to the Miss Universe contest.

First locally produced movie of Michelle Van Eimeren, Manolo and Michelle: Happy Together, in which she plays a mermaid: 1995

First and only locally produced movie of Miss Universe 1973 Margie Moran, Oh, Margie, Oh, in 1974.

Seven Filipinas were named Miss Photogenic: Vida Doria, 1971; Miss Universe 1973 Margie Moran; Ailleen Damiles, 1996; Abbygale Arenas, 1997; Gionna Cabrera, 2005; Lia Andrea Ramos, 2006, and Anna Licaros, 2007.

Miss Universe who gave up her crown for love: Miss Universe 1952 Armi Kuusela, who, in a whirlwind romance, fell in love with Filipino business tycoon Virgilio Hilario soon after she started her reign.

First locally produced movie of Miss Universe 1993 Dayanara Torres was Basta’t

Kita with Aga Muhlach in 1995 She also did Hataw Na in 1995 and Type Kita: Walang Kokontra in 1999.

Number of delegates during Miss Universe 1974 held in Manila: 65

Number of delegates during Miss Universe 1994, again held in Manila: 77

Number of delegates in the ongoing Miss Universe 2016 pageant: 86

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of times Colombian designer Alfredo Barraza dressed up a Miss Universe Philippines during the finals: Five times (Venus Raj, 2010; Shamcey Supsup, 2011; Janine Tugonon, 2012; Ariella Arida, 2013; and Mary Jean Lastimosa, 2014)

for Miss Universe Philippines: 2015, the year Albert Andrada designed the iconic blue gown Pia Wurtzbach wore to the finals

Universe Philippines 2022 Celeste Cortesi did not qualify in the semi-finals thus ending the 12 year streak as the longest active streak in Miss Universe