Pia Theissen, a German social worker, occupational therapist, and model, was born in Cologne. She speaks German, English, and Spanish. A Miss Universe Germany 2024 winner, she has traveled to 24 countries from 2021 to 2024. Pia also competed at Miss Universe 2024 but did not place.
13 things about Miss Universe 1969 Gloria Diaz
Gloria Diaz, the first Filipina Miss Universe, was born in La Union, Philippines. She has two daughters and an adopted son. Diaz began her acting career after winning beauty pageants and has received multiple awards for her roles. She turned 73 in April 2024 and continues to participate in pageants.
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13 things about Miss Universe Myanmar 2020 Candy Thuzar
Thuzar Wint Lwin, known as Candy Thuzar, represented Myanmar in Miss Universe 2020, becoming the first from her country to place. A model and activist, she advocates for breast cancer awareness after her own health battle. Following her reign, she sought asylum in the U.S. and later moved to London, pursuing modeling.
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13 things about Miss Universe 2020 second runner-up Janick Maceta
Janick Alexandra Maceta del Castillo is a Peruvian-American model and beauty queen, noted for her participation in major pageants. She founded Little Heroes Peru and co-founded a record label. Maceta was Miss Peru 2020 and a top contender in Miss Universe and Miss Supranational, actively supporting causes for children and engaging in travel worldwide.
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10 things about Miss Grand Argentina 2020 Mariana Varela
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.
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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.
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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.
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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."
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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.
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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.
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