Victoria Theilvig of Denmark has been crowned the 2024 Miss Universe after beating over a hundred other contestants to the coveted title in the early hours of Sunday, November 17, in Mexico.
In the final moments of the competition, fans of the prestigious event were treated to an electrifying face-off between Nigeria and Denmark, as the two women vied for the crown of the competition described as one of the most thrilling in recent years.
Ngeria’s Chidimma Adetshina was named the first runner-up, while Maria Fernanda Beltran of Mexico was second runner-up, Thailand’s Opal Suchata Chuangs and Venezuela’s Ileana Marquez Pedroza as third and fourth runner-ups, respectively.
The international pageant was graced by a record-breaking 125 equally beautiful contestants from across the globe.
The 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico featured 125 contestants vying for a spot among the 30 finalists, with five advancing to compete for the coveted crown.
Miss Universe describes itself as an inclusive and safe platform for women to share their stories to a global audience and amplify their personal, professional, and philanthropic impact.
Participants serve as inspiring leaders, and role models for their communities and global audiences, embodying the spirit of empowerment and representation.
