Special Awards Miss Universe 2023, Who won the Miss Universe 2023?
by Rubaditsha
Updated Nov 20, 2023
Special Awards Miss Universe 2023
The 72nd Miss Universe pageant took place at the José Adolfo Pineda Arena in San Salvador, El Salvador, on November 18, 2023. Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua made history by winning the title, being the first contestant from her country to do so.
R'Bonney Gabriel of the United States, the outgoing Miss Universe, crowned Palacios at the conclusion of the event. A total of 84 contestants from various countries and territories participated in the competition. The pageant was hosted by Jeannie Mai and Olivia Culpo, the latter being Miss Universe 2012, for the second consecutive time, along with Maria Menounos.
Backstage correspondents included Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray and Zuri Hall. The event featured a performance by John Legend, adding to the glamour of the evening. This year's Miss Universe was a remarkable celebration of beauty, diversity, and international representation.
Who won the Miss Universe 2023?
Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua emerged victorious as Miss Universe 2023, making history as the first Nicaraguan woman to claim the prestigious title. The crowning ceremony took place on November 18, 2023, at the José Adolfo Pineda Arena in San Salvador, El Salvador.
R'Bonney Gabriel of the United States, the outgoing Miss Universe, passed on the crown to her successor, marking a momentous occasion for Nicaragua. The 72nd Miss Universe pageant featured 84 contestants from around the world, showcasing a dazzling spectacle of beauty, intelligence, and cultural diversity.
Shweta Sharda, representing India, secured a spot among the top 20 finalists. The event underscored the global celebration of women's empowerment, and John Legend's performance added to the grandeur of the evening. Congratulations to Sheynnis Palacios for her remarkable achievement in the Miss Universe 2023 competition.
Who is Sheynnis Palacios?
Sheynnis Alondra Palacios Cornejo is a Nicaraguan model and beauty pageant titleholder who achieved a historic milestone by being crowned Miss Universe 2023. Her journey to this victory began with winning the Miss Nicaragua 2023 title, setting the stage for her groundbreaking success on the global stage.
She not only became the first Nicaraguan to win Miss Universe but also secured the distinction of being the first from her country to win any of the prestigious Big Four international beauty pageants.
Before her triumph at Miss Universe, Palacios showcased her beauty and grace on the international platform by representing Nicaragua as Miss World Nicaragua 2020 in the Miss World 2021 competition, where she achieved recognition by placing in the Top 40. Sheynnis Palacios' historic win reflects her resilience, beauty, and the pride of Nicaragua in the world of beauty pageants.
Name
Sheynnis Alondra Palacios Cornejo
Born
30 May 2000 (age 23)
Birthplace
Managua, Nicaragua
Alma mater
Central American University
Height
1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)
Sheynnis Palacios Career
In 2016, Sheynnis Alondra Palacios Cornejo entered the world of pageantry by winning the title of Miss Teen Nicaragua. Her journey continued as she represented Nicaragua at the Teen Miss Universe 2017 pageant, securing a spot in the Top 10.
Taking a hiatus, Palacios returned to the pageant scene in 2020, winning Miss World Nicaragua and representing her country at Miss World 2021. Despite challenges, including the postponement due to COVID-19, she reached the top 40 but didn't advance further in the competition.
In 2023, Palacios competed in Miss Nicaragua, triumphing in August and earning the opportunity to represent Nicaragua at Miss Universe 2023. The event, held in San Salvador, saw Palacios make history by advancing through the Top 20, 10, 5, and 3.
Answering the final question, she was crowned Miss Universe, becoming the first Nicaraguan to win any of the Big Four international beauty pageants. In her role, Palacios has since embarked on travels, including a visit to El Salvador.
Special Awards Miss Universe Winner List
Placement
Contestant
Miss Universe 2023
Nicaragua – Sheynnis Palacios
1st Runner-up
Thailand – Anntonia Porsild
2nd Runner-up
Australia – Moraya Wilson
Top 3
Thailand – Anntonia Porsild
Australia – Moraya Wilson
Nicaragua – Sheynnis Palacios
Top 5
Australia – Moraya Wilson
Puerto Rico – Karla Guilfú
Nicaragua – Sheynnis Palacios
Thailand – Anntonia Porsild
Colombia – Camila Avella
Top 10
Puerto Rico – Karla Guilfú
Thailand – Anntonia Porsild
Peru – Camila Escribens
Colombia – Camila Avella
Nicaragua – Sheynnis Palacios
Philippines – Michelle Dee
El Salvador – Isabella García-Manzo
Venezuela – Diana Silva
Australia – Moraya Wilson
Spain – Athenea Pérez
Top 20
Nicaragua – Sheynnis Palacios
Spain – Athenea Pérez
Puerto Rico – Karla Guilfú
Namibia – Jameela Uiras
Venezuela – Diana Silva
India – Shweta Sharda
Thailand – Anntonia Porsild
Chile – Celeste Viel
Jamaica – Jordanne Levy
USA – Noelia Voigt
Nepal – Jane Garrett
Peru – Camila Escribens
Cameroon – Issie Princesse
Colombia – Camila Avella
Pakistan – Erica Robin
Australia – Moraya Wilson
Philippines – Michelle Dee
Portugal – Marina Machete
South Africa – Bryoni Govender
El Salvador – Isabella García-Manzo
Special Awards Miss Universe 2023: FAQs
Sheynnis Palacios entered the pageantry scene in 2016 when she was crowned Miss Teen Nicaragua.
She represented Nicaragua at the Teen Miss Universe 2017 pageant, securing a place in the Top 10.
Sheynnis Palacios became the first Nicaraguan to win Miss Universe and the first from Nicaragua to win any of the Big Four international beauty pageants.
Palacios advanced through the Top 20, 10, 5, and 3, ultimately winning the crown.
She was Miss World Nicaragua before winning Miss Universe.
Palacios has traveled to El Salvador in her capacity as Miss Universe.