Emma Leigh Broyles, a Korean-American from Anchorage, Alaska, made history as the first Miss America from her state in 2022. A former Miss Alaska and Miss America's Outstanding Teen contestant, she graduated from Arizona State University in 2024 with a degree in biomedical sciences, continuing her legacy of achievement.
13 things about Miss District of Columbia USA 2018 Bryce Armstrong
Bryce Ariel Armstrong is a Washington, D.C.-based entrepreneur and beauty queen. Standing 5'9", she has participated in several pageants, including Miss District of Columbia USA 2018. An avid baker, she owns Cakes By Ariel and has traveled extensively since becoming Miss USA 2018 candidate. She turns 28 in July 2024.
13 things about Miss Universe Americas 2024 Tatiana Calmell
Tatiana Calmell del Solar is a Peruvian actor, model, and beauty queen from Talara, Peru, known for her work in modeling and pageantry. She was a contestant on "Peru's Next Top Model," Miss International Peru 2022, and Miss Universe Americas 2024. Calmell has acted in various television series and films.
13 things about Miss Universe Serbia 2024 Ivana Trišić
Ivana Trišić Relić is a Serbian lawyer, presenter, actor, and beauty queen, originally from Belgrade. Fluent in Serbian, English, and Spanish, she studied law and later founded a cosmetic company in Miami. She has participated in Miss World and Miss Universe, representing Serbia and recently winning Miss Universe Serbia 2024.
10 things about Miss Universe Latina 2025 finalist Andrea Bazarte
Andrea Paola Martínez Bazarte is a Mexican-American beauty queen, model, and television host born in Texas. She earned recognition by representing Mexico in Reina Hispanoamericana 2021, winning the title. With a background in marketing, she has held various internships and founded Limitless Creations, while also competing in Nuestra Belleza Latina 2018.
10 things about Miss Universe Latina 2025 first runner-up Genesis Davila
Génesis María Dávila Pérez, a Puerto Rican model and beauty queen, has competed in multiple pageants, including Miss Intercontinental and Miss World. Born in Bayamón, she won Miss World Puerto Rico 2014 and has been a finalist in various competitions. Dávila, now 34, resides in Puerto Rico and Miami Beach.
13 things about Miss Louisiana USA 2021 Tanya Crowe
Tanya Lea Crowe Wade, representing Louisiana, competed in the 70th Miss USA, won by Elle Smith. An entrepreneur and former NFL cheerleader, she has held multiple titles in the Miss Louisiana USA pageant, culminating in her win in 2021. Tanya is married to Cody Wade and turned 31 in 2025.
13 things about Miss Universe Costa Rica 2025 second runner-up Kristell Ruiz
Kristell Angelik Ruiz Freeman, a Costa Rican journalist and beauty queen, has represented her country in multiple beauty pageants, including Miss Eco International and Miss Grand International. Born in San Jose and raised in Limon, she holds degrees in journalism and audiovisual production. Her notable placements include runner-up in Miss Costa Rica 2022 and second runner-up in Miss Universe Costa Rica 2025.
13 things about Miss Universe Puerto Rico 2023 Karla Guilfu
Karla Inelisse Guilfú Acevedo is a Puerto Rican model, yoga instructor, and beauty queen from Patillas. She has competed in Miss Supranational and Miss Universe, winning significant titles. Guilfu holds a degree in psychology and is also pursuing a master's degree. She is known for her vegan lifestyle and advocacy work.
13 things about Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios
Sheynnis Alondra Cornejo Palacios, the first Miss Universe from Nicaragua, has a diverse background as a television host, model, and beauty queen. Born in Managua, she won multiple beauty titles including Miss Teen Nicaragua 2016 and Miss World Nicaragua 2020 before her Miss Universe victory in 2023. She speaks three languages and has a passion for volleyball.
