6 days Ago By Owolabi Ayobami
Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, Miss Denmark, has been named Miss Universe 2024 during a stunning ceremony in Mexico on November 16. She won the crown in the 73rd edition of the pageant, defeating 124 competitors from around the world. Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua is the 2023 Miss Universe, and Theilvig succeeds her.
Following her historic victory as Miss Universe Nigeria earlier this year and despite being turned down by South Africa, Chidinma Adetshina continued her incredible journey by finishing first runner-up. This represents the deepest progression a Nigerian contestant has ever achieved in the pageant’s history. This year’s Miss Universe promoted diversity, with 18 mothers among the contenders, as well as debut performances from Iran, the United Arab Emirates, Moldova, and Somalia.
READ MORE: South Africa’s Miss Universe Representative Withdraws From Competition Due To Health Reasons The competition began with a record-breaking 125 entrants, and the number of semifinalists increased from 20 to 30. Following the swimsuit parade, the group was reduced to 12, who then moved on to the evening gown stage, when the final five competitors were chosen. Nigeria, Denmark, Thailand, Mexico, and Venezuela made up the list of finalists.
Before being announced as the winner, the contenders went through two rounds of questions and a final parade. Mexico, Thailand, and Venezuela finished third, fourth, and fifth, respectively. Theilvig, the 2024 Miss Universe, will not only wear the coveted crown, but will also go on a 30-country global tour.
She will also be given a year’s supply of cosmetics and jewellery, and for the first time in Miss Universe history, the winner will host a travel show. Taking to their Instagram page, the organizers wrote, “A new era begins! Congratulations to Denmark, our 73rd Miss Universe. May your reign inspire and empower women worldwide.
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