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Ndavi Nokeri: Aiming for South Africa’s 4th in the 71st Miss Universe

Posted by Norman on December 27, 2022
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In the past five editions of Miss Universe, South Africa holds the best record with two titleholders (2017 and 2019), a first runner-up (2018) and a second runner-up (2021). Thus, Miss South Africa 2022 Ndavi Nokeri is entering the next competition as representative of the highest-performing nation for the said period.

Ndavi is primed to draw strength from the collective efforts of Demi-Leigh and Zozibini plus the impressive finishes of Tamaryn and Lalela. Will she be able to face the onslaught of strong candidates from Asia, Latin America and Europe? Watch her most recent interview on South African TV (Newzroom Africa) below to size her up more clearly.

Andrea, Zozi and Pia for Miss South Africa 2021

Posted by Norman on October 15, 2021
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What a sight to behold!

Three of four Miss Universe titleholders are in South Africa for Miss South Africa 2021 that will have its finals this weekend.

In photos below are the reigning Andrea Meza, 2019’s Zozibini Tunzi and our very own Pia Wurtzbach from 2015.

They will be joined by Catriona Gray as well.

#misssouthafrica2021
#PiaWurtzbach
#AndreaMeza
#ZozibiniTunzi

Coronation Photos of the 69th Miss Universe Andrea Meza

Posted by Norman on May 17, 2021
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Your new Miss Universe – Andrea Meza of Mexico – in some of her crowning photos. Her victory marks the triumphant return of the crown to the Latinas.

When will the title be back to Asia?

#69thMissUniverse #AndreaMeza

HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA – MAY 16: Miss Universe 2021 Andrea Meza poses onstage at the Miss Universe 2021 Pageant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on May 16, 2021 in Hollywood, Florida. (Photo by Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images)

HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA – MAY 16: Miss Mexico Andrea Meza is crowned Miss Universe 2021 onstage at the Miss Universe 2021 Pageant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on May 16, 2021 in Hollywood, Florida. (Photo by Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images)

HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA – MAY 16: Miss Mexico Andrea Meza is crowned Miss Universe 2021 onstage at the Miss Universe 2021 Pageant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on May 16, 2021 in Hollywood, Florida. (Photo by Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images)

HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA – MAY 16: Miss Mexico Andrea Meza is crowned Miss Universe 2021 onstage at the Miss Universe 2021 Pageant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on May 16, 2021 in Hollywood, Florida. (Photo by Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images)

HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA – MAY 16: Miss Mexico Andrea Meza is crowned Miss Universe 2021 onstage at the Miss Universe 2021 Pageant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on May 16, 2021 in Hollywood, Florida. (Photo by Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images)

HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA – MAY 16: Olivia Culpo and Miss Universe 2021 Andrea Meza and Mario Lopez pose onstage at the Miss Universe 2021 Pageant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on May 16, 2021 in Hollywood, Florida. (Photo by Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images)

1-on-1: Miss Universe 2019 and the 65th Universe

Posted by Norman on April 30, 2021
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Here is the one-on-one between the still-reigning Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi and the 65th Miss Universe Iris Mittenaere.

Interestingly, both ladies were crowned by our two latest Miss Universe titleholders – Pia Wurtzbach for Iris and Catriona Gray for Zozi.

Rabiya Mateo: Relaxed Mode in Fort Lauderdale

Posted by Norman on April 29, 2021
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These are the days we can call the “calm before the storm”. Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo is spending her remaining time in Fort Lauderdale relaxing her mind and body before she gets all pumped up for Hollywood, Florida and Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino – the places where the 69th Miss Universe will happen starting early next week till May 17.

Let us wish her the best of health all the way through. She will need a second wave of our unstinting support very soon!

#69thMissUniverse #RabiyaMateo #MissUniversePhilippines

Nova Stevens will wear a Michael Cinco for the 69th Miss Universe

Posted by Norman on April 25, 2021
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With Miss Universe Canada 2020 Nova Stevens going to the 69th Miss Universe armed with the extra confidence that she will be wearing a competition gown by Michael Cinco, she is all set to wow everyone in all other segments – and hopefully do a Zozibini Tunzi in the process.

Some people are saying that the Women-of-Color-Phenomenon is still in place. I say that the best girl will always win in any pageant, regardless of skin color, race or country represented.

All solo shots in this entry were captured by Fadil Berisha.

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Zozibini Tunzi x Jojo Bragais

Posted by Norman on April 22, 2021
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Below is the video of the Instagram Live chat between Miss Universe 2019 Zozibini Tunzi and 69th Miss Universe Official Footwear Provider Jojo Bragais last night. It was moderated by Designer Bessie Besana and lasted for a little over half an hour.

The four pairs of classic Jehza heels were shown by Jojo himself. As far as I know, all the candidates will be receiving the silver-colored one, plus a choice of a second pair from the remaining shades – cream, mocha or cocoa.

Zozi with Jojo Bragais

Posted by Norman on April 21, 2021
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Tune in Wednesday at 9 am EST (9pm Philippine Standard Time) on Facebook as the reigning Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi sits down with Jojo Bragais to talk all things Miss Universe and how to “walk and win”.

Moderated by fashion designer Bessie Besana.

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The 69th Miss Universe Competition

Posted by Norman on April 9, 2021
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The National Directors have already been informed about a few important details that will be observed during the 69th Miss Universe Pageant in Hollywood, Florida:

1) The National Costume Show will be produced LIVE on location. While it is categorized as optional, everyone is encouraged to participate. It will be held 5-6 days before the Finals on May 16. Conditions are that the candidates themselves are responsible for unpacking, packing and removing* the costume from the venue after the show is finished.

2) There will be NO national gift auction for this edition. Delegates should no longer bring a national gift.

3) Due to COVID, the delegates should NOT bring gifts for the other contestants.

The Miss Universe Organization will be following all COVID guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone.

* – the heavier the ensemble, the harder it is to individually carry/pull/drag everything, I reckon. So will we see “lighter” costumes this year?

How do you like a Russian doll for the 69th Miss Universe?

Posted by Norman on April 3, 2021
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If Alina Sanko looks like these photos in person, then we will definitely have a head-turning doll-like delegate for the 69th Miss Universe.

This Russian beauty has already represented her country in Miss World 2019 where she finished in the Top 12 (along with our very own Michelle Dee).

Alina is an architecture student who would like to pursue charity work alongside children. In her free time Alina enjoys poetry, drawing and sports. If she could invite anyone to dinner dead or alive, it would be romantic painter Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky, so that he could discuss his work and give professional advice. Alina’s personal motto is ‘you can’t find happiness, you can only create it yourself’.

I reckon that Alina will make the European contingent stronger. At the moment, the Latinas are all set to dominate the competition in Hollywood, Florida. But in Miss Universe, you can never tell what they are looking for in the next winner following Zozibini Tunzi’s trail.