Vanessa Ponce of Mexico was crowned Miss World 2018 on December 8, 2018. She will pass on her title at the Miss World 2019 pageant on December 14 in London, featuring 111 contestants from around the globe. Only a select few from each region advanced to the Top 12 during the previous competition.
England’s Helen Harper: MMA saved my life
Helen "Hellraiser" Harper, 32, of England made her professional mixed martial arts debut at "Malaysian Fighting Championship 6" in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on May 25, 2013. It was the first ever female MMA fight in the country. On November 15, 2019, Harper will fight Luana Pinheiro, 26, of Brazil at "BRAVE 29" at the Khalifa … Continue reading England’s Helen Harper: MMA saved my life
South Africa claims 3rd Rugby World Cup title, beats England in Yokohama, Japan
Also known as The Springboks or the Boks, South Africa's national rugby union team won the Rugby World Cup final for the third time. The most recent victory took place in Yokohama, Japan. The first time The Springboks won the Rugby World Cup final was on June 24, 1995. The team won over New Zealand … Continue reading South Africa claims 3rd Rugby World Cup title, beats England in Yokohama, Japan
Pierre, South Dakota’s Emmy Cuvelier to represent US at Miss World 2019 in London
Emmy Rose Cuvelier, 23, from Pierre, South Dakota, will represent the U.S. at Miss World 2019 in London. A performer and child advocate, she was crowned Miss World America 2019, defeating 41 contestants. Cuvelier aims to support critically ill children through her entertainment company and is passionate about singing.
Kingston’s Toni-Ann Singh to represent Jamaica at Miss World 2019 in London
Toni-Ann Singh, 23, from Jamaica, was crowned Miss World Jamaica 2019 on September 21, besting 15 candidates. A Florida State University student aspiring to be a doctor, she also won the Talent challenge and several other awards. Singh will represent Jamaica at Miss World 2019 in London on December 14.
Chitré’s Agustina Ruiz to represent Panama at Miss World 2019 in London
Agustina Ruiz, a 25-year-old from Chitré, Panama, will represent her country at the 69th Miss World pageant. A certified marketer nearing her bachelor's in business administration, she previously won the Miss World Panama title in 2019, excelling in talent and purpose challenges. The event is set for December 14, 2019.
Chihuahua’s Ashley Alvídrez to represent Mexico at Miss World 2019 in London
Ashley Alvídrez Estrada, a 20-year-old from El Paso, Texas, represents Mexico at Miss World 2019 as the 55th contestant for the country. She previously won Miss World Mexico 2019, excelling in modeling and participating in basketball and volleyball. Alvídrez competes on December 14, 2019, in London.
Ardee’s Chelsea Farrell to represent Ireland at Miss World 2019 in London
Chelsea Farrell, a 19-year-old midwifery student from Ardee, County Louth, will represent Ireland at Miss World 2019. Crowned Miss Ireland 2019 after winning the title among 32 contestants, she aims to secure Ireland's second Miss World crown on December 14, 2019, in London, following the success of Rosanna Davison in 2003.
South Korea’s Lim Ji Yeon to compete at Miss World 2019 in London
Lim Ji Yeon, 20, will represent South Korea at Miss World 2019, being the 49th contestant from her country. A Cornell University student, she was crowned Miss World Korea 2019 after ranking second in Miss Queen Korea. Lim aims to be the first South Korean to win the Miss World title.
Serra, Espirito Santo’s Elís Miele to represent Brazil at Miss World 2019 in London
Elís Miele, a 20-year-old model from Serra, Espirito Santo, will represent Brazil at the 69th Miss World in London. She is the 49th Brazilian contestant, having previously won titles such as Miss Mundo Brasil 2019. Miele aims to follow in Lucia Petterle's footsteps as the second Brazilian to win the title.
