From Latin America to Asia, the confirmed candidates are already preparing to compete for the Miss Universe 2025 crown.
The world’s most important beauty pageant returns to Thailand. The 74th edition of Miss Universe will be held on November 21, 2025 at the Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, a stage that has already witnessed unforgettable coronations. The current queen, Victoria Theilvig of Denmark, will present the crown at a gala that promises elegance, diversity and a renewed vision of what it means to be a queen of beauty in the 21st century.
Thailand was chosen as the venue after overcoming proposals from countries such as Argentina, Morocco, South Africa and Spain. This will be the fourth time that the Asian country hosts the contest and the third in this iconic venue, where the 2005 and 2018 editions were already held.
In addition to the main gala, the cities of Phuket and Pattaya They will be the epicenter of cultural activities, parades and previous events that will fill the week of the contest with glamor and tourism.
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This edition will allow the participation of women of all ages, marital statuses and conditions, including mothers, wives and professionals, marking a decisive step towards inclusion and global representation. This year new countries are also joining, such as Miss Universe Latina, Mayotte, Niger and Palestine. Likewise, Iraq, Slovenia, Ghana, Haiti, Sweden and Panama They return to the competition after several years of absence, while Iran confirmed its withdrawal.
Delegates such as Déborah Djema (Congo) and Sihlé Letren (Trinidad and Tobago) were replaced after resignations and disagreements with the organization. However, the excitement remains intact with more than 119 contestants confirmed so far. Among the favorites are Olivia Yacé (Ivory Coast)Ahtisa Manalo (Philippines), Ève Gilles (France), Gabriela Lacerda (Brazil) and Praveenar Singh (Thailand), who arrive with strong messages of empowerment, education and sustainability.
A luxury jury
The jury will bring together figures such as Andrea Meza (Miss Universe 2020), the artist Romero Britto, the model Sharon Fonseca and the businessman Omar Harfouch, reflecting the contest’s commitment to valuing social impact and authenticity as much as beauty. With an impressive staging, a record number of participants and an inclusive message, Miss Universe 2025 promises to be a historic edition that will celebrate diversity, culture and the transformative power of women.
This is how Miss Universe 2024 was experienced
The last edition, held in Mexico, marked a before and after in the history of the contest. With a high-level production and a message focused on inclusion, Victoria Theilvig of Denmark He won the crown, surprising the public and critics.
Her speech, focused on mental health and authenticity, positioned her as a symbol of a new era in beauty pageants. Miss Universe 2024 also stood out for the participation of married women, mothers and of different ages, consolidating the paradigm shift that the organization has promoted in recent years.
