When is the Miss Universe Pageant 2023? Miss Universe Pageant Contestants, Format, Where to Watch and More
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
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
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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.
When is the Miss Universe Pageant 2023? - FAQs
The Miss Universe Pageant 2023 is scheduled for November 18, 2023.
It's the 72nd edition, held in San Salvador, El Salvador, featuring inclusivity for married women and mothers.
There are 84 contestants from various countries and territories.
The committee includes notable figures like Halima Aden, Giselle Blondet, and Iris Mittenaere.
The pageant can be watched on platforms like Telemundo, The Roku Channel, and Miss Universe's YouTube channel, with Live Bash livestreaming the competitions.