Mariana Jesica Varela is an Argentine beauty queen and journalist, known for representing her country in prestigious competitions such as Miss Universe and Miss Grand International. Born in Buenos Aires, she won Miss Universo Argentina 2019 and Miss Grand Argentina 2020. Varela married Fabiola Valentin in 2022 and is bilingual.
13 things about Miss Universe Chile 2021 Antonia Figueroa
Antonia Cristal Figueroa Alvarado, a Chilean environmental engineer, model, and beauty queen, has represented Chile in multiple Miss pageants, including Miss World and Miss Universe. With achievements like winning Miss Universo Chile 2021 and Miss Earth Chile 2018, she is also a contestant on MasterChef Chile and works in environmental projects.
13 things about Miss Universe 2020 first runner-up Julia Gama
Julia Gama is a Brazilian host, model, actress, and beauty queen fluent in multiple languages. She gained prominence after winning titles such as Miss Brasil Mundo 2014 and Miss Universe Brazil 2020, where she was also a first runner-up. Gama has appeared in films, reality shows, and continues to pursue her career in entertainment.
13 things about Miss Universe 2019 Zozibini Tunzi
Zozibini Tunzi, a South African model, actress, and beauty queen, gained fame by winning Miss Universe 2019, becoming the third South African to do so. Born in Tsolo and raised in Eastern Cape, she holds a degree in public relations. Tunzi has hosted various events and made her acting debut in "The Woman King."
13 things about Miss USA 2020 Asya Branch
Asya Danielle Branch is a prominent American beauty queen and prison reform advocate from Mississippi. Born in Detroit and raised in Booneville, she has achieved notable titles, including Miss Mississippi 2018 and Miss USA 2020. Branch also holds a degree in integrated marketing communication and has a strong commitment to community service and the arts.
13 things about Miss Universe Argentina 2023 Yamile Dajud
Yamile Dajud is an Argentine-Colombian model and beauty queen from Buenos Aires. She is fluent in Spanish, French, and English, and enjoys extreme sports. In 2023, she competed in Miss Universe representing Argentina. She has an educational background in communication and has traveled extensively, showcasing her diverse experiences and achievements.
10 things about Miss Universe Croatia 2023 Andrea Erjavec
Andrea Erjavec, a Croatian beauty queen, represented Croatia in Miss Universe 2023 after winning Miss Universe Croatia 2023. She is an advocate for children's mental and physical health and is pursuing education at the University of Zagreb. Erjavec had earlier participated in Miss Universe Croatia 2020 and is the youngest of three siblings.
Swelia da Silva Antonio biography: 13 things about Miss Angola Universo 2022
Swelia da Silva Antonio is an Angolan-Dutch sociologist and beauty queen born in The Hague. She represented both the Netherlands and Angola in various pageants, notably winning Miss Angola Universo 2022. With degrees in public administration, she has combined her beauty pursuits with activism and education initiatives.
13 things about Miss Universe 1973 Margie Moran
Margie Moran, born Maria Margarita Roxas Moran Floirendo, is a renowned Filipino peace advocate, beauty queen, and author, recognized as the second Miss Universe from the Philippines. She has a rich family heritage and has held various roles, including TV host, resort manager, and president of Ballet Philippines, contributing significantly to Filipino culture and arts.
13 things about Miss Universe Somalia 2024 Khadija Omar
Khadija Omar is a Somali-Canadian entrepreneur, model, and beauty queen based in Toronto. Born in a refugee camp in Kenya, she became Miss World Somalia 2021 and advocated for climate refugees. She participated in Miss Universe 2024 and is the founder of K-Amani Beauty, empowering women and promoting diversity.
