Archives December 2021

Paraguay welcomes Nadia Ferreira Miss Universe 2021 first runner-up

by admin Miss Universe

The Miss Universe organization hosted the 70th edition of the international pageant on 12th December 2021 in Eilat, Israel where Harnaaz Sandhu of India was crowned as Miss Universe 2021.

At the end of the event, Paraguay’s Nadia Ferreira was also crowned as the first runner-up to Miss Universe 2021 after a successful and highly appreciated journey at the competition and giving her country the highest placement at Miss Universe in history.

Welcomed by a massive crowd at the airport arrival Nadia joined some traditional dancers to celebrate her achievement and was overwhelmed with emotions looking at the sea of people present to receive the queen with warm hearts, cheering her name out loud.

The model then headed to a small ceremony organized for her homecoming where she was honoured and presented with some gifts including a large portrait of the stunning queen. She also interacted with the media and shared her gratitude towards all the love and support.

“What advice would you give to young women watching on how to deal with the pressures they face today?” Nadia answered, “I have been through so many hard situations in my life, but I overcame them, so I want all women, all people who are watching in this moment to join forces and do what you are meant to do, because you can do it. No matter the situation, you can overcome it and always be victorious.”

Nadia’s performance throughout the competition was highly commendable and was definitely a strong contender for the crown since the beginning of the competition. For the final question round, the model gave a strong answer as the finalists were asked, “What advice would you give to young women watching on how to deal with the pressures they face today?”

Nadia answered, “I have been through so many hard situations in my life, but I overcame them, so I want all women, all people who are watching in this moment to join forces and do what you are meant to do, because you can do it. No matter the situation, you can overcome it and always be victorious.”

Miss World 2021 temporarily postponed due to covid outbreak

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The coronation ceremony of the 70th edition of the Miss World pageant that was scheduled to be held on 16th December 2021 has been temporarily postponed due to the Covid-19 cases amongst the contestants and other staff. The organization has to postpone the global broadcast finale due to the safety interests of its staff and contestants.

Reportedly, 17 people, including the contestants and crew of the organization contracted the coronavirus. These contestants also include India’s Manasa Varanasi, Indonesia’s Carla Yules and Malaysia’s Lavanya SIvaji among others. The Miss World Organisation announced the news of the COVID-19 outbreak which led to the postponement of the show. The organisation released an official statement via their social media.

The official statement read, “Miss World 2021 temporarily postpones global broadcast finale in Puerto Rico due to health and safety interest of contestants, staff, crew and general public. The finale will be rescheduled at Puerto Rico Coliseum Jose Miguel Agrelot within the next 90 days.”

 “As of yesterday, additional safety measures were implemented in the best interest of the contestants, production team and spectators, understanding the event increased risks on the stage and in the dressing room. However, after additional positive cases were confirmed this morning after consulting with health officials and experts, the postponement decision was made. The next step according to the medical experts is immediate quarantine, pending observation and further testing according to best practices in situations like this. Once and only when contestants and staff are cleared by health officials and advisors, will contestants and related staff return to their home countries.” they added.

Julia Morley, Miss World chairman, also addressed the situation to share, “We are very much looking forward to the return of our contestants, (who we have grown to know and love), to compete for the Miss World crown.” After meeting with the virologists and medical experts hired to oversee the Miss World 2021 event and discussing with the Puerto Rico Health Department, the decision was made by the organizers of the event to postpone the globally broadcast finale at the Puerto Rico Coliseum Jose Miguel Agrelot to be held within the next 90 days.

Andrea Meza Miss Universe 2020 joins Telemundo as host

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Mexican Miss Universe 69th edition, Andrea Meza, announces her new role as a host for Telemundo Network during the 70th edition of Miss Universe.

Andrea Meza told Steve Harvey, who is hosting the international beauty pageant, she is looking forward to this new life-changing opportunity.

“I am very happy to announce that I am a new host of Telemundo. I am very grateful to the organization of Miss Universe because all the incredible things that have happened to me in my life is thanks to this decision I made a few years ago to participate”, Meza said.

It was in May 2021 when Andrea Meza was crowned Miss Universe, becoming the winner with the shortest reign, since the contest had to be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I am a little moved. It was only seven months, but it was something very intense in my life, which changed me completely”, said the Mexican beauty queen, who also indicated what stood out to her the most during her reign.

“I would say that it was being able to work with vulnerable groups of women, because you realize that you have the power to inspire others with your actions, and that is a great responsibility. I think what gives me the most satisfaction is that”, Meza assured.

India’s Harnaaz Sandhu wins Miss Universe 2021

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India’s Harnaaz Sandhu is the new Miss Universe, 21 years after Lara Dutta won the title in 2000.

The 21-year-old from Punjab claimed the crown edging out Paraguay’s Nadia Ferreira and South Africa’s Lalela Mswane.

Before the Chandigarh-based model, only two Indians have won the title of Miss Universe – actors Sushmita Sen in 1994 and Lara Dutta in 2000.

On being asked what advice she would give to young women on how to deal with the pressures they face, a composed Ms Sandhu said, “The biggest pressure the youth of today is facing is to believe in themselves, to know 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’s happening worldwide.”

“This is what you need to understand. Come out, speak for yourselves because you are the leader of your life, you are the voice of your own. I believed in myself and that’s why I am standing here today,” Sandhu said with aplomb.

Miss Earth USA to be crowned in Orlando, Florida

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Televised national competition presented by AquaGoat will be attended by three most recent Miss Earth winners on January 8, Includes presentation of new national crown

Washington, D.C. – A new USA representative for Miss Earth will be crowned on Saturday, January 8 at the Linda Chapin Theater located in the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida. Nearly 150 state and regional delegates will attend pageant activities hosted by the Rosen Centre Hotel.

Known as Beauties for a Cause®, Miss Earth® empowers women through community leadership, eco-tourism, and environmental education. Miss Earth is known as the planet’s most relevant beauty event, drawing nearly 100 national representatives each year to compete at international festivities based in the Philippines.

Presented by AquaGoat, the Miss Earth USA® final coronation will broadcast live on the VIP Pageantry channel available on mobile devices worldwide, Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. Additional events during the week include a charity gala, preliminary competitions, pageant finals of Teen Miss Earth USA and Mrs. USA Earth, and presentation of a new national crown designed by Andrew Ibos.

The charity gala takes place on January 6, with proceeds benefiting wildlife conservation organizations including Save the Manatee, Central Florida Animal Reserve and Seal Society of San Diego. Scholarship finalists will be honored and a presentation by Rosen Hotels scholarship recipient Marisa Paige Butler, 2021 Miss Earth USA.

A unique meeting will also take place that is special to the pageant industry. In attendance will be the reigning Miss Earth Destiny Wagner of Belize, who was most recently crowned on November 21 through a virtual format due to COVID-19 restrictions impeding international travel. Wagner will meet for the first time the two most recent Miss Earth winners Lindsey Coffey of the United States and Nellys Pimentel of Puerto Rico.

Wagner is a 25-year-old entrepreneur and author. She said, “We’ve endured so much this year. This is a moment in which we can take pride. We’ve been divided for so long, this is a moment that will bring us together.”

Miss Earth USA is recognized as a charitable organization with 501(c)3 tax exempt status. Each of the state delegates conducts her choice of community environmental projects. On January 5-7, delegates will take part in a community clean up in partnership with Garbo Grabber and The Clean Earth Project. A select group will visit the Central Florida Animal Reserve and enjoy an eco tourism manatee sighting in Blue Spring Park.

In its 21st year, Miss Earth USA will partner for the first time with newly founded company AquaGoat. AquaGoat is a sustainable, yield-generating social cryptocurrency dedicated to ocean protection and clean beaches. Additional major partners include Rosen Hotels, HOTWORX, Queenly, Beauty Queens Galore Prom & Pageant and Nic B Cosmetics.

Visit missearthusa.com for press passes, ticket reservations and additional event details.

Meet Elle Smith Miss USA 2021

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Elle Smith, a Louisville TV reporter, was crowned 2021 Miss USA.

Elle is no stranger to the limelight, having worked as a full-time reporter for WHAS, the ABC affiliate in Louisville, Kentucky, a position which has adequately prepared her for the prestigious platform of Miss USA. Understanding her role as a journalist to be such an essential part of our society, she took on the challenge each day as an opportunity to connect with her community and share new perspectives. Being raised surrounded by all forms of arts, with her father a photographer and her mother a classically trained pianist, Elle sees herself as a true creative person, currently zoning in on her passion for photography, videography and modeling! Inspired by her late grandmother, Elle has taken up the mantle to advocate for cervical cancer awareness and prevention in her current reign.

Words are extremely powerful, so choose what you say carefully. Beyond this however, listen more than you speak. When you’re speaking you’re only repeating what you know but when you’re listening you’re absorbing other perspectives which in turn benefits us all.

Self identifying as a musical theater junkie, Elle has been on stage from the ages 8 to 18, making her no stranger to the spotlight. Her rich childhood meanderings in playing the viola, the piano and mastering the instrument of voice, has steeped Elle in her power seat as the all-round creative and ultimate performer.

Growing up in a household surrounded by creativity has definitely shaped Elle’s openness and passion for life. It also happened that her mom was her teacher for four years of her high school tenure – an experience which she wouldn’t trade for the world! Also during her high school stint, Elle was first introduced to the world of pageants as she saw another girl from her school win the Miss Teen USA title! This opened her eyes to the power of confidence and not letting anything hold you back, while also shedding light on the vast opportunities that the world of pageantry could open up for her.

It wasn’t until 2020 though that she let the competition bug bite her hard enough to push her to pursue the title of Miss Kentucky USA, which she won on her first try, then catapulting her right onto the main stage of Miss USA. Elle cites the expertise of her coaches as well as her own commitment to excellence as the secret to her success!

Understanding her position as a journalist in America today as an honor, and an essential part of society, Elle took great pride in making her daily contributions to Kentucky in this way. Now she takes this passion onto the larger platform of Miss USA with the same energy and vigor that she channeled into her daily reporting. In this vein, she is keen on honoring her late grandmother and matriarch of her family, by spreading awareness on cervical cancer prevention and treatment as she wants all women across America to have access to more equitable healthcare, regardless of their status in society.

Puerto Rican Fernando Esquivel Padin was crowned Mister Grand International 2021

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Puerto Rican Fernando Esquivel Padin was crowned as the Mister Grand International 2021- fifth edition of the annual men’s pageant on Saturday in Panama City, Panama.

Suveer Ramsook, a model and actor from Trinidad & Tobago became the first runner-up,

Cardiff Cayman of the United States of America was declared the second runner-up, Cedric Cabane of France, third runner-up, and Jacob Ondrus of Canada was the fourth runner-up.

Venezuela, Mexico, Ecuador, Panama, and the Philippines completed the top ten.

Vietnamese Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien wins Miss Grand International 2021

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Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien received the crown from Abena Appiah, Miss Grand 2020

Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien of Vietnam has won the Miss Grand International 2021 title, one of the top six major international beauty pageants for women.

Tien, 23, finished ahead of 59 contestants at the grand finale held Saturday evening in Bangkok, Thailand.

Tien beat the Ecuador contestant in a Top 2 final-question round, where they were asked why they think should win the title.

“I have to be honest that I didn’t think I would be standing here. I’m very nervous right now… I’m ready to work. I’m ready to be in Thailand for one year,” the Vietnamese contestant said.

Earlier that night, she had been asked: “With the current world situation there are many problems such as those related to human rights and economy, if you choose one person to discuss the problem in order to make the change, who will you choose and why?”

Tien said she would talk to the woman who invented the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine.

“She doesn’t need money from her invention and I’m grateful for that. Sometimes you just need to work and don’t care what you get.”

Her answer was applauded by the judges and the audience.

Tien is the first Vietnamese contestant to win the Miss Grand International title.

The contest’s organizers also awarded first and second runners-up titles to the contestants from Ecuador and Brazil.

Miss Grand International was founded in 2013. It’s one of the six major global beauty contests held annually, the others being: Miss World, Miss Universe, Miss International, Miss Earth and Miss Supranational.

Veronica Maurera is Miss Teen Venezuela 2021

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Veronica Maurera, 16 years old, from El Tigre, Anzoátegui state, was crowned as Miss Teen Venezuela 2021 at the Margarita Island, where the pageant was held.

Maurera, who represented the Capital District, was preparing for a long time, with all the support of her family to win the title as the most beautiful teen in Venezuela.

The new Miss Teen Venezuela will represent internationally next year.

The stunning Veronica is a potential Miss Venezuela. ¡Congratulations!