Manshika Prasad, the first Miss Universe Fiji, advocates against domestic violence, a cause stemming from personal experience. Born in Fiji, she moved to Australia for education, holding various executive roles. Prasad won Miss Universe Fiji 2024 but faced dethronement amid controversy; her title was later reinstated. She competed in Miss Universe 2024.
13 things about Miss Universe 1983 Lorraine Downes
Lorraine Downes is a New Zealand style and wellness consultant, dancer, and former beauty queen. Born in Auckland, she became the first Miss Universe from New Zealand in 1983. Downes has experienced significant life events, including two marriages, motherhood, and the loss of her partner, Martin Crowe. Her memoir was published in 2018.
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13 things about Miss Universe Australia 2021 Daria Varlamova
Daria Varlamova, a Russian-Australian beauty queen, represented Australia in Miss Universe 2021, won by India's Harnaaz Sandhu. Raised in Western Australia, she pursued degrees in commerce and counseling. Varlamova is known for her work in mental health advocacy and was named a leading health influencer in 2021.
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5 most beautiful Miss Universe New Zealand 2025 candidates
Victoria Velasquez Vincent is an alumna of the University of Auckland in Auckland, New Zealand. She was born in Auckland to an Irish father and a Filipino mother. On September 7, 2024, Vincent turned 29. On September 29, 2024, she competed against 15 other Miss Universe New Zealand 2024 candidates at the Dorothy Winstone Centre Performing Arts Centre … Continue reading 5 most beautiful Miss Universe New Zealand 2025 candidates
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13 things about Miss World Oceania 2025 Jasmine Stringer
Jasmine Stringer, an Australian model and teacher, has a notable beauty pageant history, including winning Miss Teenager Australia and Miss Universe Australia. She represented Australia in Miss World 2023 and is a candidate for Miss World 2025. Stringer was born in Queensland in 1998 and graduated in education from Griffith University.
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13 things about UFC fighter Navajo Stirling from Upper Hutt, New Zealand
Rongotehengia Navajo Hunter Stirling is a Māori mixed martial artist from New Zealand, currently with the UFC. Based in Auckland and training at City Kickboxing, he has a perfect MMA record of 5-0. He became WKBF K-1 World Heavyweight Champion in September 2022 and remains active in the light heavyweight division.
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13 things about 8th US director of national intelligence Tulsi Gabbard
Tulsi Gabbard, born in American Samoa, is an American politician and military officer. Notably, she was the first female combat veteran to run for U.S. president in 2019. Gabbard has served in various political roles and held military positions, including lieutenant colonel. She recently endorsed Donald Trump and became the U.S. director of national intelligence.
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10 things about Miss Universe Australia 2022 Monique Riley
Monique Riley, an Australian actress, model, and Miss Universe Australia 2022 winner, represented Australia at the 71st Miss Universe, finishing in the Top 16. Born in Sydney, she pursued creative industries and developed an interest in boxing. She has appeared in various films and traveled internationally for modeling and advocacy.
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10 things about UFC fighter Steve Erceg from Perth, Australia
Stephen Erceg, an Australian mixed martial artist known as Astro Boy, fights in the flyweight division and has a professional record of 12 wins and 4 losses. He made his UFC debut on June 10, 2023, achieving notable victories and some losses over the years, showcasing his skills across multiple competitions.
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13 Miss Universe New Zealand 2025 candidates competing in Auckland
Victoria Velasquez Vincent is Miss Universe New Zealand 2024, born in Auckland to an Irish father and Filipino mother. On June 24, 2025, she will crown her successor amidst 13 competitors for five beauty titles. Vincent represented New Zealand at Miss Universe 2024 but did not place. The national pageant boasts a history of five Miss Universe placements.
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