When is the Miss Universe Pageant 2023? Miss Universe Pageant Contestants, Format, Where to Watch and More

The Miss Universe Pageant 2023 is scheduled for November 18 in San Salvador, El Salvador, featuring 84 contestants from around the world.

by Preethi | Updated Nov 17, 2023

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Miss Universe Pageant 2023

The Miss Universe Pageant 2023 is the 72nd edition, set to happen in San Salvador, El Salvador, on November 18, 2023. R'Bonney Gabriel, the reigning Miss Universe from the United States, will pass on her crown to the winner. A notable aspect of this year's pageant is its inclusivity, allowing married women and those with children to participate for the first time since 1957.

The diverse roster of contestants includes individuals breaking barriers, such as Rikkie Kollé and Marina Machete, who are the second transgender women in the pageant's history. Additionally, married women and mothers like Camila Avella, Michelle Cohn, and Lorena Santen are participating, challenging traditional norms. The pageant promises an exciting evening of entertainment, with John Legend performing and a format that introduces changes to increase inclusivity.

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When is the Miss Universe Pageant 2023?

The Miss Universe Pageant 2023 is scheduled for November 18, 2023, at the José Adolfo Pineda Arena in San Salvador, El Salvador. This edition marks a return to El Salvador, announced by Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele during the Miss Universe 2022 pageant in January 2023.

The Miss Universe Organization later confirmed the date on July 27, 2023. The pageant will feature contestants from 84 countries and territories, showcasing a diverse group of women competing for the coveted title. This event will be a spectacle of beauty, talent, and positive changes, with a heightened focus on diversity.

Miss Universe Pageant 2023 Contestants

Contestant

Age

Country/Territory

Endi Demneri

25

Albania

Ana Coimbra

23

Angola

Yamile Dajud

27

Argentina

Karol Croes

27

Aruba

Moraya Wilson

22

Australia

Melissa Ingraham

26

The Bahamas

Lujane Yacoub

19

Bahrain

Emilie Vansteenkiste

22

Belgium

Estefany Rivero

26

Bolivia

Maria Brechane

19

Brazil

Ashellica Fahie

28

British Virgin Islands

Yuliia Pavlikova

30

Bulgaria

Sotima John

23

Cambodia

Issie Princesse

22

Cameroon

Madison Kvaltin

25

Canada

Ileann Powery

26

Cayman Islands

Celeste Viel

24

Chile

Camila Avella

28

Colombia

Lisbeth Valverde

28

Costa Rica

Andrea Erjavec

23

Croatia

Kim Rossen

26

Curaçao

Vanesa Švédová

20

Czech Republic

Nikoline Hansen

21

Denmark

Mariana Downing

27

Dominican Republic

Delary Stoffers

23

Ecuador

Mohra Tantawy

21

Egypt

Isabella García-Manzo

20

El Salvador

Diana Hinestrosa

25

Equatorial Guinea

Paula Joukanen

22

Finland

Diane Leyre

26

France

Helena Bleicher

24

Germany

Jessica Page

28

Great Britain

Marielia Zaloumi

20

Greece

Michelle Cohn

28

Guatemala

Lisa Narine

26

Guyana

Zuheilyn Clemente

23

Honduras

Tünde Blága

27

Hungary

Lilja Pétursdóttir

19

Iceland

Shweta Sharda

23

India

Fabiënne Groeneveld

23

Indonesia

Aishah Akorede

24

Republic of Ireland

Carmen Panepinto

24

Italy

Jordanne Levy

27

Jamaica

Rio Miyazaki

21

Japan

Tomiris Zair

20

Kazakhstan

Arbesa Rrahmani

22

Kosovo

Phaimany Lathsabanthao

28

Laos

Kate Alexeeva

29

Latvia

Maya Aboul Hosn

25

Lebanon

Serena Lee

26

Malaysia

Ella Portelli

25

Malta

Tatiana Beauharnais

24

Mauritius

Melissa Flores

25

Mexico

Namuunzul Batmagnai

24

Mongolia

Amara Bo

23

Myanmar

Jameela Uiras

23

Namibia

Jane Garrett

23

Nepal

Miss Universe Pageant 2023 Format

The Miss Universe Pageant 2023 introduces changes to its format, increasing the number of semifinalists to twenty. Preliminary competition results, including swimsuit and evening gown segments, and closed-door interviews held on November 15, 2023, will determine the first nineteen semifinalists. Additionally, online voting by the public will contribute to selecting the twentieth delegate to advance into the semifinals.

The twenty semifinalists will compete in the swimsuit segment, narrowing down to ten, who will then participate in the evening gown competition. From there, five delegates will be chosen as finalists, proceeding to the interview questions, and finally, three contestants will compete in the final question, leading to the announcement of Miss Universe 2023 and her two runners-up. This revamped format aims to enhance inclusivity and viewer engagement.

Miss Universe Pageant 2023 Selection Committee

  • Halima Aden – Somali-American model

  • Giselle Blondet – Puerto Rican actress and television host

  • Janelle Commissiong – Miss Universe 1977 from Trinidad and Tobago

  • Connie Mariano – Filipino-American physician

  • Iris Mittenaere – Miss Universe 2016 from France

  • Denise White – American businesswoman and Miss Oregon USA 1994

  • Carson Kressley – American actor, designer, and television personality (serving solely as the final telecast judge)

  • Mario Bautista – Mexican singer (serving solely as the final telecast judge)

  • Sweta Patel – Vice President of Growth Marketing & Merchandising at Roku (serving solely as the final telecast judge)

  • Avani Gregg – American social media personality (serving solely as the final telecast judge)

  • Nadia Ferreira – Paraguayan model, Miss Universe Paraguay 2021, and Miss Universe 2021 1st runner-up (serving solely as the final telecast judge)

Where to Watch Miss Universe Pageant 2023?

The Miss Universe Pageant 2023 could be watched through various platforms. The national costume competition was scheduled for November 16 at 9:00 p.m. EST, following the preliminary competition on November 15 at 8:00 p.m. EST. This year, Live Bash livestreamed both competitions. Telemundo broadcasted the pageant in Spanish in the U.S., while The Roku Channel offered streaming access.

Indian viewers can watch the final competition on Miss Universe's YouTube channel and X account starting at 6:30 am on November 19, according to Indian Standard Time. The pageant promises a captivating experience for viewers worldwide, with a blend of glamour, talent, and groundbreaking moments.

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When is the Miss Universe Pageant 2023? - FAQs

1. When is the Miss Universe Pageant 2023?

The Miss Universe Pageant 2023 is scheduled for November 18, 2023.

2. What's notable about Miss Universe Pageant 2023?

It's the 72nd edition, held in San Salvador, El Salvador, featuring inclusivity for married women and mothers.

3. How many contestants in Miss Universe 2023?

There are 84 contestants from various countries and territories.

4. Who is part of the Miss Universe 2023 Selection Committee?

The committee includes notable figures like Halima Aden, Giselle Blondet, and Iris Mittenaere.

5. Where to watch Miss Universe Pageant 2023?

The pageant can be watched on platforms like Telemundo, The Roku Channel, and Miss Universe's YouTube channel, with Live Bash livestreaming the competitions.