Miss Universe 2024 Preliminaries: 125 Countries Compete
Leading the Way: Venezuela, Thailand, and USA Stand Out
The 72nd annual Miss Universe pageant is underway, with representatives from 125 countries taking part in the preliminary competitions. The preliminaries kicked off with the swimsuit and evening gown competitions, where the contestants showcased their physical beauty and poise.Venezuela, Thailand, and the USA have emerged as early favorites, with their representatives delivering impressive performances. Amanda Dudamel, the reigning Miss Venezuela, mesmerized the judges with her elegant and confident walk. Anchilee Scott-Kemmis, Miss Thailand, stunned in a sparkling evening gown that highlighted her statuesque figure. R'Bonney Gabriel, Miss USA, exuded charisma and poise in both the swimsuit and evening gown competitions
Other Notable Contenders: Colombia, India, and the Philippines
Colombia, India, and the Philippines have also made a strong showing in the preliminaries. Miss Colombia, Maria Fernanda Aristizabal, showcased her natural beauty and grace. Divita Rai, Miss India, impressed with her intelligence and eloquence. Celeste Cortesi, Miss Philippines, turned heads with her captivating stage presence and stunning evening gown.
Competition Heats Up: Swimsuit and Evening Gown Scores
The swimsuit and evening gown competitions were the first opportunities for the judges to assess the contestants' physical attributes and presentation skills. Venezuela, Thailand, and the USA emerged as frontrunners, earning high scores from the panel. Other countries that performed well in the preliminaries include Curacao, Dominican Republic, Greece, Indonesia, and Mexico.
Next Steps: Interviews and National Costume Showcase
The preliminary competitions continue with the interview portion, where the contestants will be tested on their communication skills, personality, and intelligence. The national costume showcase will provide another opportunity for the contestants to showcase their cultural heritage and creativity. The top 16 finalists will be announced on January 12, followed by the grand finale on January 14.
