Diana Spotarenko is a Moldovan model and beauty queen, born in 2002. She advocates for children with disabilities and is multilingual. Standing at 5'10", she became the first Miss Moldova from Găgăuzia in 2023 and represented her country at Miss World 2024, while studying psychology.
Krystyna Pyszkova biography: 13 things about Miss World 2023
Krystyna Pyszková is a Czech model and Miss World 2023 advocate for sustainable development. Fluent in multiple languages, she has a background in law and business administration. Born in Třinec, she has traveled extensively for modeling and philanthropic efforts, including teaching English in Tanzania and representing her country internationally.
Darcey Corria biography: 10 things about Miss World Wales 2023
Darcey Lauren Corria is a Welsh model and beauty queen from Barry, Wales. Born in 2002, she won Miss Wales 2022 and represented her country at Miss World 2023, finishing in the Top 40. She speaks Welsh and English, has engaged in anti-racism efforts, and survived a severe car accident in early 2023.
Kaiane Aldorino biography: 13 things about Miss World 2009
Kaiane Aldorino is a Gibraltarian politician, dancer, and beauty queen, known for being the first Miss World from Gibraltar. She worked in human resources before her pageant success. Aldorino served as Gibraltar's mayor and has been involved in various community roles, including judging international beauty contests. She speaks English and Spanish.
Deepika Padukone biography: 13 things about Indian actor born in Copenhagen, Denmark
Deepika Padukone, an Indian actress and entrepreneur, was born in Copenhagen and raised in Bangalore. Initially a model, she transitioned to acting, debuting in 2006. She gained international fame with "xXx: Return of Xander Cage." Deepika is also known for her advocacy work in mental health and holds the title of India's highest-paid actress in 2023.
Cormac Murphy biography: 24 things about Mister Universe 2024 first runner-up
Cormac Murphy is an Irish-American health and fitness coach and model based in New York City. Originally from Ennis, Ireland, he has diverse experiences, including rugby, modeling, and reality TV. He rose to prominence as Mister New York USA 2024 and competed in Mister Universe 2024, finishing as runner-up.
Matteo Dall’Osto biography: 20 things about Mister Universe Italy 2024
Matteo Dall’Osto, an Italian actor and model from Pian Camuno, was born in 2000 and is multilingual. He gained recognition by winning Mister Terme di Boario 2022 and represented Italy at Mister Universe 2024, finishing in the Top 7. His travels span multiple countries, reflecting his global presence.
10 things about Miss Universe Latvia 2024 Maria Vicinska
Maria Vicinska, a Latvian model, won the fourth edition of Miss Universe Latvia in 2024, representing her country at the Miss Universe pageant. Born in 1998 in Riga, she is an advocate for animal rights and held the title of Miss Charity World Ambassador 2024. She has traveled extensively, including visits to Egypt and Thailand.
Eve Gilles crowns Miss France 2025 Angelique Angarmi-Filipon in Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Eve Gilles, representing Nord-Pas-de-Calais, won the Miss France 2024 title on December 16, 2023. She later crowned her successor, Angélique Cindy Marie Denise Angarni-Filopon, on December 14, 2024. The event took place at the Futuroscope Arena, featuring 30 candidates and notable judges, with various special awards presented.
Serbia’s Ahmet Gashi extradited from Kosovo to Bronx, New York City
Ahmet Gashi, 42, has been arrested for the murder of boxer Kemal Kolenovic, who was killed during a bar brawl in the Bronx in 2006. Gashi fled to Europe but was apprehended in Kosovo in December 2024. He now faces second-degree murder charges in the U.S. for Kolenovic's death.
