Emilia Dobreva is a Kosovar-Serbian entrepreneur and beauty queen based in Dubai. Fluent in six languages, she has participated in numerous international beauty pageants, winning titles like Miss Friendship International 2019 and Miss Universe UAE 2024. Dobreva holds degrees in fashion design and journalism, and owns a clothing brand named Dashuri.
13 things about Miss Universe Ukraine 2024 Alina Ponomarenko
Alina Ponomarenko, a Ukrainian model and beauty queen from Odesa, participated in Miss Universe 2024. A former rhythmic gymnast, she earned a degree in international justice and law. In 2024, she won Miss Universe Ukraine. Ponomarenko also founded Tree of Love, assisting elderly residents of Odesa in need.
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13 things about Miss Universe Spain 2024 Michelle Jimenez
Michelle Jiménez, a Dominican-Ecuadorian-Spanish dancer and model, won the 13th Miss Universo España title and represented Spain at the 73rd Miss Universe. Born in Barcelona, she faced a challenging childhood in foster care and advocates for children's welfare. Jiménez also holds multiple titles, including Miss Universo lles Balears 2024.
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10 things about Miss Universe Russia 2024 Valentina Alekseeva
Valentina Alekseeva, a Russian model and beauty queen, won Miss Russia 2024 and represented her country at Miss Universe 2024, finishing in the Top 12. Born on August 11, 2006, in Cheboksary, she began her pageant journey in 2023, winning Miss Chuvashia. She is a medical student at Pirogov University.
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13 things about Miss Universe Persia 2024 Ava Vahneshan
Ava Vahneshan, an Iranian-Portuguese singer and beauty queen, represented Iran in the 73rd Miss Universe pageant, wearing a Miss Universe Persia sash. Born in Mashhad and based in Portugal, she has competed in "The Voice of Portugal" and held titles including Miss Persia USA 2023 and Miss Earth Persia 2024.
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13 things about Miss Universe Norway 2024 Lilly Sodal
Lilly Sødal is a Norwegian beauty queen and advocate for sustainability from Kristiansand. She has represented Norway in multiple beauty pageants, including Miss Earth and Miss Universe. While studying sustainable entrepreneurship, she founded the Greener Footprint platform to promote environmental awareness. She remains active in pageantry and advocacy.
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13 things about Miss Universe Netherlands 2024 Faith Landman
Faith Gennevieve Zawadi Landman, a Dutch photographer and model, won Miss Universe Netherlands in 2024 after previously claiming titles like Miss Beauty of the Netherlands and competing in Miss Earth. She has a diverse background in modeling, sales, and makeup artistry, and became a mother in 2021. Landman also appeared on a South Korean reality show.
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10 things about Miss Universe Montenegro 2024 Rumina Ivezaj
Rumina Ivezaj, a Montenegrin-German beauty queen, represented Montenegro in the 73rd Miss Universe. Born in Germany with roots in Tuzi, she enjoys yoga and dancing. Ivezaj won Miss Universe Montenegro 2024 and, despite competing against 124 candidates, she remained unplaced at Miss Universe 2024. She advocates for environmental conservation.
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10 things about Miss Universe Guadeloupe 2024 Coraly Desplan
Coraly Desplan, a French model and beauty queen, won Miss Universe Guadeloupe 2024 and represented Guadeloupe in the 73rd Miss Universe. Born in Pointe-Noire, she is pursuing a bachelor's in optometry and enjoys hiking. In addition to her modeling career, Desplan has participated in various events and competitions since 2023.
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10 things about Ungfru Island 2025 Helena O’Connor
Helena Hafþórsdóttir O'Connor, an Icelandic model from Viðey, won Ungfru Island 2025 and previously served as Miss Supranational Iceland 2024. She competed in multiple international beauty pageants and traveled extensively. Born on October 19, 2004, she is pursuing a psychology degree while working in a coffee house.
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