Raegan Amelia Rutty, the first Olympic gymnast from the Cayman Islands, represented her territory in Miss Universe 2024. Born on January 14, 2002, she is a Caymanian-American athlete and beauty queen. Rutty began gymnastics in 2006 and earned a psychology degree from the University of Florida before competing internationally.
13 things about Miss Universe 2023 second runner-up Moraya Wilson
Moraya Wilson, an Australian athlete and model, represented Australia in the 72nd Miss Universe, securing second runner-up. Born in Melbourne, she has a background in athletics and snow sports. A graduate in business marketing, she has worked as a model and in customer experience roles. Wilson turned 23 in September 2024.
13 things about Miss Universe Japan 2024 Kaya Chakrabortty
Kaya Chakrabortty, a Bangladeshi-Japanese emergency medical technician and figure skater, won Miss Universe Japan 2024 and competed in Miss Universe 2024. She graduated from Michigan State University with degrees in human biology and neuroscience. Fluent in four languages, she has held various roles, including figure skating coach and research fellow, showcasing her diverse skills.
13 things about Miss Universe USA 2023 Noelia Voigt
Noelia Voigt is an American esthetician, certified lash technician, and beauty queen born in Sarasota, Florida. She made history as the first Miss Utah USA of Venezuelan descent and resigned as Miss USA 2023. Notable for her pageant success, she has held various titles and advocated against bullying through her published work.
10 things about Miss Universe Turks and Caicos 2024 Raynae Myers
Raynae Myers, a 24-year-old entrepreneur and beauty queen from Grand Turk, won Miss Universe Turks and Caicos Islands 2024. She has an extensive educational background and has served as a legal apprentice. An advocate for gun violence prevention and bullying, she participated in various international events and recently became an investigative officer.
13 things about Miss Universe Switzerland 2022 Alia Guindi
Alia Guindi, a Ukrainian-Egyptian-Swiss beauty queen from Valais, Switzerland, competed in the 71st Miss Universe representing her country. A dancer and model, she has reached finals in several pageants, winning Miss Universe Switzerland 2022. Guindi has traveled extensively and celebrated her 21st birthday in 2024.
10 things about Miss Universe Chile 2024 Emilia Dides
Emilia Ignacia Dides Maffei, a trilingual Lebanese-Italian-Chilean singer and beauty queen, represented Chile at Miss Universe 2024, finishing in the Top 12. Born on June 29, 1998, in Santiago, she has released multiple singles through Warner Music Chile and won "Rojo, el Color del Talento" in 2019, earning a scholarship.
10 things about Miss Universe Albania 2023 Endi Demneri
Endi Demneri is an Albanian model and beauty queen from Tirana, an advocate for endometriosis awareness, and a multilinguist. She has represented Albania in Miss Universe and participated in prestigious fashion shows, including Dolce & Gabbana during Milan Fashion Week. She was crowned Miss Universe Albania 2023 and is related to prominent figures in fashion.
10 things about Miss Universe Belgium 2024 Kenza Ameloot
Kenza Johanna Ameloot, a Rwandan-Belgian model from Sint-Amandsberg, won the 91st Miss Belgium title and represented the country at Miss Universe 2024. Born on July 29, 2002, she pursued international business management while modeling. Ameloot has traveled extensively and was a judge at Mister World Belgium 2024.
13 things about Miss Universe Ecuador 2024 Mara Topić
Mara Stefica Topić Verduga is an Ecuadorian-Croatian actor, writer, model, and beauty queen who holds a master's degree in screenwriting. She participated in several beauty pageants, including Miss Universe and Miss Grand International. Raised in Los Angeles, she has starred in multiple films and completed training in comedy and improvisation.
