Dana Almassova, crowned Miss Qazaqstan in 2025, represented Kazakhstan at Miss Universe 2025. A model and television host from Kostanay, she studied public relations at Anadolu University. Born on September 2, 2004, she has traveled extensively and is fluent in Kazakh and English. Almassova remains an influential figure in the pageant world.
13 things about Miss Universe Israel 2025 Melanie Shiraz
Melanie Shiraz, an Israeli entrepreneur from Caesarea, won Miss Universe Israel 2025 and represented her country in the Miss Universe 2025 competition. Born in 1999, she holds two bachelor's degrees, launched a startup, and has traveled extensively. She proudly embraces her Israeli identity and participated in various international events.
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13 things about Miss Universe Iraq 2025 Hanin Al Qoreishy
Hanin Al Qoreishy, an Iraqi-American entrepreneur and beauty queen, represented Nevada in Miss Grand USA 2024 and Iraq in Miss Universe 2025. She is a Houston resident, founder of Legacy Insurance Advisors, and Uplifted Hearts nonprofit. Al Qoreishy has held various professional roles and faced significant challenges in her life.
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13 things about Miss Universe Indonesia 2025 Sanly Liu
Sanly Liu Hendrawati, a beauty queen and entrepreneur from Jakarta, represented Bali in Miss Universe Indonesia 2025, winning the title. An alumnus of Tarumanagara University, she is also a makeup artist and model, known for her international travels and experiences. Liu participated in the Miss Universe 2025, but did not place.
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10 things about Miss Universe Hong Kong 2025 Lizzie Li
Li Shi Yi, also known as Lizzie Li, is a Chinese athlete, actress, model, and beauty queen who represented Hong Kong in Miss Universe 2025. A UCLA alumna with degrees in economics and mathematics, she has worked in finance and is an advocate for women in STEM. She won Miss Universe Hong Kong 2025.
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10 things about Miss Universe Palestine 2025 Nadeen Ayoub
Nadeen Ayoub represents Palestine in international beauty pageants as Miss Palestine 2022, Miss Earth-Water 2022, and Miss Universe Palestine 2025. A model, teacher, and entrepreneur from Ramallah, she has notable experiences in fitness and humanitarian work. She placed as second runner-up in Miss Earth 2022 and reached the Top 30 in Miss Universe 2025.
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10 things about Miss Universe Japan 2025 Kaori Hashimoto
Kaori Hashimoto, a bilingual kendoka from Tochigi, Japan, won the 28th Miss Universe Japan title and competed in the 74th Miss Universe. Born in 2004, she is pursuing a business degree and has shown success in various beauty competitions while maintaining interests in dancing and lifesaving courses.
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13 things about Miss Universe India 2025 Manika Vishwakarma
Manika Suthar, an Indian visual artist, model, and beauty queen, competed in Miss Universe India twice and won the title in 2025. Acknowledged for her advocacy of neurodivergence, she is pursuing degrees in psychology and political science. Born in 2003, she has also participated in various internships and founded NeuroNova.
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13 things about Miss Universe 2025 first runner-up Praveenar Singh
Praveenar "Veena" Singh Thakral, an Indian-Thai entrepreneur and beauty queen from Thailand, has competed in Miss Universe Thailand four times, making history as the first married contestant. She has an impressive educational background and career, including being a runner-up in Miss Universe Thailand 2020 and 2025, and winning Miss Universe Saraburi 2025.
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13 things about Miss Universe 2025 third runner-up Ahtisa Manalo
Maria Ahtisa Rodriguez Manalo is a multi-talented entrepreneur and beauty queen from the Philippines. She has participated in various beauty pageants, winning titles including Miss Universe Philippines 2025 and achieving runner-up positions in Miss International 2018 and Miss Universe 2025. In addition, she owns food businesses in Australia.
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