50 Most Influential Beauty Queens of 2019

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Zozibini Tunzi Miss Universe 2019

Zozibini Tunzi from South Africa was crowned Miss Universe 2019 on 8th December 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia making her the first black woman to win the crown after Leila Lopes was crowned in 2011. With her win, all major pageant titles were held in the hands of black women, creating history with her impeccable performance. Undoubtedly, she is an epitome of perfection, confidence and fierce beauty. Her winning answer won her the most appreciation as she was asked what is the most important thing, we should teach young girls today to which she replied, “I think the most important thing we should be teaching young girls today is leadership. It's something that has been lacking in young girls and women for a very long time, not because we don't want to but because of what society has labelled women to be. I think we are the most powerful beings in the world and that we should be given every opportunity and that is what we should be teaching these young girls, to take up space, nothing is as important as taking up space in society and cementing yourself.”

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Madison Anderson Berrios Miss Universe Puerto Rico 2019

Madison Sara Anderson Berríos represented Puerto Rico at Miss Universe 2019 where she was adjudged the title of 1st runner-up on 8th December 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. A Puerto Rican-American model, she feels immensely proud that she was able to show the beautiful culture, traditions and teachings of her country. Her advocacy of helping victims of domestic abuse garnered her a lot of appreciation and said she wants to help non-profit organizations such as Hogar Ruth in Puerto Rico. She now is a proud owner of an online boutique, ‘Madison Sara Couture’. During the competition she was asked if social media platforms respect free speech, or regulate what people post to which she answered that she believes that social media can be a positive impact on the people. We can use social media to share knowledge, information however she also believes that sometimes social media can be used to spread negativity to hurt people. So, they should identify people who are spreading negativity and make sure that they are not abusing the platform as well as the people on social media. Madison definitely has had an incredible journey in 2019.

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Sofia Aragon Miss Universe Mexico 2019

Sofía Aragón represented Mexico at Miss Universe 2019 where she was adjudged 2nd runner-up on 8th December 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. A Mexican beauty queen, model and author, the diva was one of the most loved and applauded contenders during the competition. She is a writer who has committed her life to help others suffering from mental health issues. Since she has herself dealt with depression, she wants to help the ones who go through the same. She is passionate about the importance of mental and emotional health and will continue to fight for those who suffer from mental health issues. During the finale night, Sofía also spoke about it as she quoted, “it is very important to teach little girls the importance of their value, we see a lot of perfection on social media, perfect lives, perfect bodies, perfect faces, perfect relationships, nothing is real. We should teach them that they are wonderful and worthy because of who they are. I think a girl is worthy because of what she has to offer to the world, not because of the way they look.”

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Paweensuda Drouin Miss Universe Thailand 2019

Paweensuda Drouin from Thailand made it to Top 5 at Miss Universe 2019 at the conclusion of the pageant. She was born and raised in Montreal and moved to Thailand to work as a model and a DJ. The Thai-Canadian beauty first came to pageant fans' attention when she competed in Miss Thailand 2013, in which she was placed as first runner-up. After undergoing extensive training to improve herself, she returned this year a stronger contender than ever, coming in as the crowd's favourite and front-runner the moment she appeared in the competition. She used the platform to launch adapted physical education for disabled children. She volunteered in the programme at the University of Calgary, where she graduated with a degree in kinesiology, and intends to see similar programmes being implemented in Thailand. "The reason why I'm here is because I really want to be able to make a difference. I tried that before. I went out and volunteered. I noticed that, nowadays, in order to be a volunteer, you must be able to help financially, which is something I didn't have at the time. And I realised that by being in a beauty pageant, we're able to go out, help other people and inspire them to be the best that they can be”, she explained.

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Birta Abiba Porhallsdottir Miss Universe Iceland 2019

Birta Abiba Þórhallsdóttir from Iceland represented the country at Miss Universe 2019 who became a fan favourite and was placed in Top 10. Birta learned to love herself and be proud of her racial heritage, and decided to join Miss Universe Iceland 2019, but even then, she had to endure discrimination and was told that the competition is ‘only for Icelandic girls.’ She had to face a lot of bullying for being biracial but the diva overcame all the troubles and shined bright like a diamond during the pageant. Birta's relaxed manner stood out in a sea of perfectly polished pageant contestants and, many also called attention to her resemblance to Daenerys Targaryen's loyal interpreter Missandei from Game of Thrones. Birta has already written a full-length novel and dreams of being an international author. As a volunteer for the Icelandic Red Cross Study Aid program, Birta tutors’ kids in English and Icelandic language comprehension and mathematics, and helps them prepare for standardized testing. She also teaches them about cultural awareness and diversity, which she advocates for in Icelandic schools. She definitely deserves a top spot in the most influential beauty queens!

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Frederika Alexis Cull Puteri Indonesia 2019

Frederika Alexis Cull was crowned Puteri Indonesia 2019 on 8th March 2019 and went on to represent Indonesia at Miss Universe 2019 and became the first Indonesian delegate to be placed at Top 10. She performed with confidence and was applauded for her eloquence and elegance. Frederika was the only Miss Universe finalist from outside the USA who was invited to the Sherri Hill fashion show in New York. Frederika’s intelligence and compassion, no doubt, also helped her into the top 10 women of Miss Universe’s choice. As for her advocacy, Frederika also has stated, “There are so many people in this world who are left voiceless to the fact that they don’t have a birth certificate – a basic human right. My charity Voice for the Voiceless is working hard to ensure that all Indonesians have that right. I aspire to be a woman who not only stands for herself but also stands for those who cannot stand on their own.”

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Toni Ann Singh Miss World 2019

Toni-Ann Singh from Jamaica was crowned Miss World 2019 on 14th December 2019 at the ExCeL London in London, United Kingdom. Toni is the fourth woman from Jamaica to win the title. Toni-Ann shifted to the US at the age of nine and settled in Florida. The 23-year-old graduated from the Florida State University in Tallahassee with a degree in women's studies and psychology. Toni-Ann aspires to be a doctor and has previously worked as president of the Caribbean student’s association. Toni-Ann spends her free time singing, cooking, vlogging, volunteering and singing. She’s all about women’s empowerment, “I think I represent something special, a generation of women that are pushing forward to change the world”, she believes. Toni breezed through Miss World confident in her message of self-belief and purpose. Asked about the value of beauty contests in today’s world of MeToo# and the drive for equality and respect for women, she said beauty for her was the least important aspect of her achievement. “I want to make a change that’s sustainable. So, if we’re talking women, it needs to be something that will make sure that their children and their children’s children have a different value of life”, she has quoted. Describing herself as a ‘changed woman’ after the experience of taking part in the Miss World, Toni also believes there’s no way she could chalk it up to just being about beauty, because that’s the last on the list.

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Suman Rao Miss World India 2019

Suman Rao was crowned Femina Miss India 2019 on 15th June 2019 after which she represented India at Miss World 2019 stage where she was placed as the 2nd runner-up by the end of the event finale as Miss World Asia 2019. She is also a trained Kathak dancer. Suman started a discussion on gender equality among her community and in the global circuit as well. She is an ardent admirer of Deepika Padukone and aspires to be an actor. She has been busy with modelling assignments and her studies since the past few months. This talented contestant also feels immensely about gender equality. In Miss World 2019's Beauty with A Purpose segment, she showcased her advocacy where she took initiatives to help tribal women to realise their dreams through financial independence. Her campaign was titled ‘Project Pragati’. She helped these women manufacture the shampoos, gels and other products and earn their livelihood from within their village. Princess Divya Kumari Foundation rallied behind her project and helped the women train in producing handlooms, decorative handicrafts, accessories and jewellery. The products made by them are sold near the Jaipur City palace and can also be bought online. She is also associated with the Bharat Sevashram Sangha, a non-profit organization backed by the United Nations, for an even wider reach of their products.

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Anushka Shrestha Miss World Nepal 2019

Anushka Shrestha was crowned Miss Nepal World 2019 on 9th May 2019 and represented Nepal at Miss World 2019 where she was placed at Top 12. She was also announced as the winner for Multimedia Award and Beauty with a Purpose award. Shrestha left the job of the bank to participate in Miss Nepal 2019. During her stint at Miss Nepal World 2019, Shrestha was asked a question “If we focus more on our duties and responsibilities rather than focusing just on our rights and freedom, can we make this world a better place?” Her answer definitely gained her a lot of points as she said, “Focusing on our responsibilities more than our rights will certainly change things for the better. Rights and responsibilities are two parts of a coin… but it is high time we asked ourselves: what am I doing to be able to look ourselves in the mirror and say that I have fulfilled all my responsibilities... To be able to that, one surely needs to fulfil responsibilities as a citizen, as a person, as a friend, as a partner. Only when we fulfil all our responsibilities can we ask for our rights.”

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Andrea Isabel Toscano Miss International Mexico 2019

Andrea Toscano, from the state of Colima, was appointed Miss International Mexico 2019 in June 2019 by the Mexicana Universal Organization and went onto represent Mexico at Miss International 2019. At the end of the event finale, as was anticipated, she was adjudged the first runner-up. Prior to that, in 2018, Andrea was crowned winner of Mexicana Universal 2018 after which she represented Mexico at Miss Universe 2018. She is studying nutrition major at the prestigious University of Colima. She has been utilizing her field of expertise to promote nutrition awareness in rural Mexico. Even though, Toscano was unplaced at Miss Universe 2018, she continued with her nutrition awareness advocacy which is currently being supported by the Mexican government. Andrea helped in promoting the Tourism Promotion Campaign of the State of Colima ‘Del Mar a la Montaña’.

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Evelyn Namatovu Kironde Miss International Uganda 2019

Evelyn Namatovu Kironde represented Uganda at Miss International 2019 where she was placed as the second runner-up. With Evelyn’s delegation, this was the second time Uganda was represented in Miss International. The gorgeous beauty is 23 years of age and is a graduating student at Makerere University. She is majoring in entrepreneurship and business management. She is flawless and beautiful and extremely effortless when she walks the ramp. Evelyn was just bestowed the honor of being received by His excellency Kazuaki Kameda, the Japanese ambassador to Uganda in Kampala to din with him and his family at his residence.

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Sireethorn Leearamwat Miss International 2019

Sireethorn Leearamwat represented Thailand at Miss International 2019 and was crowned the new queen at the end of the event finale. With Bint’s crowning, history was made as she was the first Thai woman to hold the title. With her stunning beauty and fierceness, Sireethorn definitely deserved her win. During the Miss International pageant, Bint said she was criticized when she won the Miss International Thailand title. Despite the criticism, she never gave up. "I dared to dream to become a beauty queen, even if there's nothing really related to my career as a pharmacist. I used critic as power to make myself improve to be the best representative and make my nation proud," she said.

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Valentina Figuera Miss Grand International 2019

Valentina Figuera represented Venezuela at Miss Grand International 2019 and was crowned as the winner on 25th October 2019 at the Poliedro de Caracas located in the city of Caracas, Venezuela. She is an architecture student and works as a model. Her hobbies are modelling, reading, yoga and teaching methodology classes. She is also the CEO of Fundación Ni Una Sonrisa Menos. She had a lot riding on her sleeves as she was the host country delegate but even then, she managed to impress everyone with her brilliant performance. Valentina is also the first ever Venezuelan beauty to win the title.

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Yana Haenisch Miss Supranational Namibia 2019

Yana Haenisch represented Namibia at Miss Supranational 2019 where she ended up being placed as the first runner-up. She has a vast experience of various cultures as she has travelled to various countries to pursue her career as a model. Currently, she is pursuing her graduation while working in the real estate industry. Yana wishes to focus on the impact and seriousness of the high unemployment rate of the Namibian youth in our country, which is currently at a high of 46.10 %.

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Jesica Fitriana Martasari Miss Supranational Indonesia 2019

Jesica Fitriana represented Indonesia at Miss Supranational 2019 on 6th December 2019 where she was placed as the 2nd runner-up. Jesica’s placement is marked as a historic one as it is the highest placement for Indonesia in the pageant. She is aware about the situation of women in the world but feels comfortable and confident in her own skin and her intelligence in undeniable. She has a warm and kind attitude that makes her stand out in the group of people. Jesica is an activist and focused on ADHA, children infected with HIV or AIDS who were passed on by their parents. She has incorporated in a seminar campaign to remove the stigma against people with HIV that can make ADHA become depressed and hamper the healing process. She was a victim of body shaming in her initial days and since then she started to work on herself as well as advocating about body shaming. Jesica Fitriana encourages to those who are currently still under pressure to get up and believe in themselves.

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Anntonia Porsild Miss Supranational 2019

Anntonia Porsild from Thailand was crowned Miss Supranational 2019 on 6th December 2019 at International Congress Centre in Katowice, Silesia. She is the first woman from Thailand to win the title. She is currently a student of Advertising and Public Relations in Bangkok. Anntonia is proud of having developed a sense of self-love and self-belief, which she sees as key qualities for personal development. She enjoys traveling, playing sports and doing community and volunteer work. Annotnia aspires to open an Advertising and PR firm which would help her change the perspective of beauty in the industry. She wants to start a foundation that focuses on educating children in difficult situations on importance of health and environmentally friendly living. She is very optimistic and has a great desire to change the world for good.

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Nellys Pimentel Miss Earth 2019

Nellys Pimentel who represented Puerto Rico was crowned Miss Earth 2019 on 26th October 2019. Nellys is a Psychology student who is pursuing a second course in Marketing, is also the first Puerto Rican to win the title. Nellys is focused on her advocacy during her reign which focuses on promoting small changes in daily lives to protect the Mother Earth. “Switching to different products that we use, our routines, and also combining them with what the productions have ongoing now which is the hashtag “me and my tree” for this year, which encourages us to plant more because green equals clean, which is a bridge for better environment, better quality for air and water.” With her great initiatives, Nellys surely has come a long way with her reigning responsibilities and trying to create an impact in the world.

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Vickie Marie Rushton Binibining Pilipinas 2019 Top 15

Vickie Rushton participated in Binibining Pilipinas 2019 and placed in the Top 15 held on 9th June 2019 in Araneta Coliseum. Vickie, who is currently part of Binibining Pilipinas 2020, became a household name when she participated in the reality TV show- Pinoy Bog Brother where she finished at 4th place. Vickie’s major achievement was also when she participated in Binibining Pilipinas 2018 where she was crowned the first runner-up. Vickie, at an early age was weighed down by the family responsibilities, which is why she participated in various pageants to be able to earn money as she was the breadwinner in her household. The diva did no let any obstacle stand in her way and emerged victorious from every challenging situation in her life. She has great speaking skills and will focus on being prepared for the interview round better and stronger than before. Vickie is and advocate for the people with Down Syndrome and people with disabilities. She wants to raise awareness about the want to urge people to be considerate towards the people who deal with it.

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Bea Patricia Magtanong Binibining Pilipinas International 2019

Bea Patricia Magtanong was crowned Binibining Pilipinas International 2019 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, Philippines on 9th June 2019. She went onto represent Philippines at Miss International 2019 where she was placed at Top 8. She is a registered lawyer and was one of the crowd’s favourite during the entire competition. Bea emphasized the importance of women empowerment in a world that seems to be lacking respect, compassion, and tolerance. "To cheer all women means to support all women regardless of the race, religion or background. But not only this, it also means to remove the barriers that prevent women from realizing their full potential," she quipped.

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Alejandra Gonzalez Miss New Mexico USA 2019

Alejandra Gonzalez who represented New Mexico at Miss USA 2019 was placed as the first runner-up. She's originally from south Texas and said New Mexico has been her home for the past year. She started her pageant career when she was 20 years old. She shares her passion for education by teaching students about the importance of financial literacy. Gonzalez uses her love for animals to advocate for various animal causes. Through her life challenges, Gonzalez has realized that sometimes things do not always work out as they are planned. Rather, if you are open and willing to walk down a path different than from what you originally expected, sometimes it leads you right where you should be. She sure was a crowd’s favourite for Miss USA 2019 crown and after she lost by an inch, the pageant lovers are waiting for her to participate again and represent USA globally.

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Cheslie Kyrst Miss USA 2019

Cheslie Kyrst is an American television presenter and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss USA 2019. She represented USA at Miss Universe 2019 where she was placed at Top 10. Kryst is a licensed attorney and has served as a correspondent for Extra since October 2019. She finds competing in swimsuits ‘empowering’. Her dad was a bodybuilder and her mom competed in pageants (she was Mrs. North Carolina US), so fitness and healthy eating were important in her home growing up. “My entire life, all I’ve done is be proud of my body,” Kryst told. Kryst addressed the debate over whether to wear her black hair natural to work in her fashion blog, White Collar Glam.

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Katrina Llegado Reina Hispanoamericana Filipinas 2019

Katrina Llegado was crowned Reina Hispanoamericana Filipinas 2019 at the finale of Miss World Philippines 2019 and represented her country at Reina Hispanomericana 2019 where she finished as 5th runner-up. Katrina is graduated cum laude with a Finance degree from the De La Salle University. She was one of the favourite contestants during the pageant. Her facial features such as her perfectly V-shaped jawline and gorgeous almond eyes are so captivating that she became the crowd’s favourite in the blink of an eye.

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Kim Docekalova Miss Universe Thailand 2019 Top 5

Kim Docekalova who hails from Bangkok was placed at the Top 5 of Miss Universe Thailand 2019. The beauty queen has been performing with elegance and grace at every pageant and performing well at all the events being organized by the organization. She was also the winner of Elite Model Look Thailand 2017 and thus has the international exposure to represent Thailand with sincerity and dedication. Kim definitely made a mark at the national contest and became one of the most sought after contestants.

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Klara Vavruskova Miss Earth Water 2019

Klára Vavrušková was crowned Miss Earth Czech Republic 2019 as represented the Czech Republic at the Miss Earth 2019 and was crowned Miss Earth - Water 2019. After winning the crown she stated, “Being part of Miss Earth is an experience no one can take away from you. I have friends all over the world and countless experiences. And of course, the title of the third most beautiful woman on the planet.” She also placed 3rd in the swimsuit competition and 2nd in the national costume competition.

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Mia Rkman Miss Universe Croatia 2019

Mia Rkman, who is from the island of Korcula, Croatia was one of the quarterfinalists in the Miss Universe 2019 pageant and ended in the Top 20. Mia studies sanitary engineering in Zagreb, is a keen sportswoman and enjoys swimming, handball, teakwondo, latin-american dancing, marching and tennis. Mia's question was about her only fear, which was falling. Steve asked her if she thinks she will stay on her feet now. She replied with an answer no one expected saying, "Two days ago we saw our queens fall, but they stood up with a gorgeous smile, with the confidence they kept walking. They showed me and the whole world even when you fall you got to stand up and keep going."

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Maeva Coucke Miss Universe France 2018

Maëva Coucke represented France at Miss Universe 2019 where she placed in the Top 10. Coucke was a first-year law student and wanted to become an in-house counsel. During the swimsuit competition she slipped and fell right in front of the photographers. The incident was widely reported in the Francophone media but it did not prevent her to place in the top 10. She surely was a sight to behold winning over everyone’s hearts at the Miss Universe 2019 competition.

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Danica Joy Acuna Miss Philippines Earth 2019 Runner up

Danica Joy Acuña was one of the runners-up at Miss Philippines Earth 2019 which was held on 10th July 2019 in The Cove, Metro Manila. Danica wants to spread and help implement the cause of the pageant. She wants to challenge herself to become a better version of herself and to become a better consumer. As a national delegate, she wants to advocate for responsible tourism, promoting awareness, cleanliness, and the conservation of the nature’s bounty. Also, as an environmental advocate, she wants to remind the people the importance of growing and taking care of the flowers while also teaching them to conserve and protect not only the plants but also the ecosystem that they are growing in.

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Sasha Lee Olivier Miss World South Africa 2019

Sasha-Lee Olivier, who was the first runner-up in the 2019 Miss South Africa pageant, took over the reign from Zozibini Tunzi as new Miss South Africa after Zozibini became Miss Universe 2019. She wants to raise awareness against the sexual abuse survivors. Born in Alberton, one of Olivier's more unusual hobbies includes climbing whichever tall buildings she can to take in views of the city at night. Olivier was sexually abused by a close relative between the ages of seven and 11. “I carried a deep sense of shame, believing for years that the constant attacks on me were my fault. I want men, women and children to know that they are not to blame for their abuse.” This is the inspiration behind her #ItsNotYourFault campaign, which distributes rape comfort packs to those who have survived rape or sexual assault. Each pack costs R120 and includes a selection of hygiene products, a teddy bear and a note reassuring the survivor that what happened to them was not their fault.

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Eloise van der Westhuizen Miss South Africa 2019 Finalist

Eloïse van der Westhuizen was one of the finalist Miss South Africa 2019. Eloïse van der Westhuizen is a 24-year-old merchandise planner from Panorama in Cape Town. She has a BCom honours degree from the University of Stellenbosch. Eloïse lists outgoing Miss SA Tamaryn Green as her role model – Tamaryn’s #MissSA2018 campaign, Break the Stigma, and opening about her journey with TB helped Eloïse open about her own TB battle. She definitely is a strong woman who wishes to raise awareness about causes that impact the whole world.

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Regina Peredo Reina Hispanoamericana 2019

Regina Peredo of Mexico was crowned Reina Hispanoamericana 2019 on 8th February 2020 at Salon Siriono de Fexpocruz in Sta. Cruz, Bolivia. She has a degree in marketing from University of the Americas Puebla (Udlap). She works as a professional model. She is a member of the UPEC association, which focuses on the problem of women’s empowerment and promotion of proper nutrition and human development. She describes herself as an altruistic, generous, charismatic and innovative person. After winning the title, Regina expressed her happiness saying, “This crown means showing the world what we Mexicans are made of. I feel very proud of being the winner because it has been a very long preparation path and a lot of discipline, where I have learned to mature and grow.”

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Chaiyenne Huisman Miss Asia Pacific International 2019

Chaiyenne Huisman of Spain was crowned the new Miss Asia Pacific International 2019 on 9th October 2019 at the Newport Performing Arts Theatre in Resorts World Manila. Everyone was mesmerized with her talent and beauty. The stunning beauty was a strong contender ever since the beginning of the competition. Before the queen went home to her country for homecoming, she made a visit to the Malacañang Palace and met the president of the Philippines. She is the prettiest diva, who performed really well in the competition.

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Gabriela De La Cruz Miss Supranational Venezuela 2019

Gabriela Isabel de la Cruz, representing Carabobo, was crowned Miss Supranational Venezuela 2019 in a special ceremony held August 22 at the Centro Cultural Chacao in Caracas. “It’s amazing that they gave me this crown. All my companions knew this was the one I wanted,” De la Cruz said in a press conference held after the contest. “I want to show what we are made of, and that we have values ​​and principles. Respect and humility are the values ​​that characterize me. I want to be myself and demonstrate that beauty is not only physical, but integral”, revealed the miss, who wishes to continue the social work that began with the organization. At Miss Supranational 2019, Gabriela was adjudged the fourth runner-up at the end of the event finale.

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Janick Maceta Del Castillo Miss Supranational Peru 2019

The Peruvian beauty queen Janick Maceta was named the third runner-up at the 11th edition of the Miss Supranational in Poland held on 6th December 2019. The young businesswoman based in the United States was a participant in the reality show "Esto es Guerra" and contestants in other beauty pageants. She is fluent in English, currently living in New York, a city where she has undertaken ambitious projects. Janick has an enviable gateway handling; every time she walks, she shows off her elegant catwalk. Janick’s beautiful coloured eyes can surely make any heart melt. She has a gorgeous figure and a charming personality, making her an exceptionally well loved pageant queen all over the world.

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Emanii Davis Miss Earth USA 2019

Emanii Davis from Georgia was crowned Miss Earth USA 2019 on 26th October 2019 at Cove Manila at Okada Manila, Parañaque City, Philippines. She represented USA at Miss Earth 2019 and was crowned Miss Earth-Air 2019 at the end of the event finale. Davis is a law program graduate of DePaul University and is attending graduate school at Valdosta State University where she is pursuing a Master’s in School Counseling She is co-chair of the Greenhouse Project and the founder of her own non-profit called Modern Enlightenment. Davis aims to change the lives of children worldwide. Throughout her reign, she will travel extensively to visit schools, undergo Climate Reality leadership training with Al Gore, and aid rebuilding efforts in Puerto Rico. Additionally, she will model for corporate partners such as AshleyLauren and Pixton Design, and she will walk in New York Fashion Week. Davis says the reason she competes in pageants is because “I love women empowerment. Being able to meet and learn from so many strong and amazing women is so impactful.”

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Luong Thuy Linh Miss World Vietnam 2019

Luong Thùy Linh represented Vietnam at Miss World 2019 where she was placed in the Top 12 at the event held on 14th December 2019. Luong is a Vietnamese model and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss World Vietnam 2019 on 3rd August 2019 at Cocobay, Danang, Vietnam. “The greatest value I learned from the last journey was respect and gratitude. Thank you for making the right decision, thanks for giving me the title that not everyone has. Thank you for the missed flight, so I have the "blood-bone" experience when flying ". At the same time, the beauty said that she treasured that because it helped herself to make better efforts in the future.

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Ngoc Chau Miss Supranational Vietnam 2018

Nguyễn Thị Ngọc Châu represented Vietnam at Miss Supranational 2019 and was placed at the Top 10 at the end of the event finale. She was also adjudged the title of Miss Asian Supranational 2019 title. Ngoc Chau received the question at the finale from Miss Vietnam 2010 Ngoc Han, asking if God offered a choice between wisdom, charm or compassion which she would choose. Ngoc Chau said she would choose kindness, tolerance, and generosity, which will bring people closer and give them a better life. She sure is a compassionate queen and knows how to keep everyone around her together in unison.

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Maria Alejandra Vengoechea Miss International Colombia 2019

Maria Alejandra Vengoechea represented Colombia at Miss International 2019 where she was placed as the third runner-up at the end of the event finale. María Alejandra Vengoechea is 20 years of age and is a seventh semester student of Law at the Universidad del Norte and a model. She feels that many positive things can be done through social networks, and let her vibrate, dream and work harder every day for my country. “Being the image of Colombia before the world was the greatest responsibility and at the same time the greatest pleasure I have experienced” she stated. She describes herself as a woman grateful to God, aware of her commitment to what life has given her. In her free time, she likes to practice ballet, boxing and other physical activities, she enjoys the company of her family and friends. What stands out most in its Atlantic department is that it is considered the gateway to Colombia and receives through its port culture, music, sports, fashion and commerce, and highlights the characters that have left Colombia high as Shakira worldwide, Edgar Renteria, many more entered.

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Maria Malo Miss Grand Mexico 2019

María Malo represented Mexico at Miss Grand International 2019 where she was placed as the first runner-up. She is a model and student of marketing and fashion design. She loves to spend time with friends and family. Mexico has yet to have a Miss Grand International. Malo is the beauty pageant’s first ever runner-up from the country.

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Hana Vagnerova Miss Supranational Czech Republic 2019

Hana Vágnerová represented Czech Republic at Miss Supranational 2019 where she was placed at Top 6 at the end of the event finale. The 25-year-old beauty queen has been working as a model since she was 15 years old. Hana stands 175 cm tall and currently splits her time between Czech Republic and Monaco and is originally from Brno, the second largest city in the country. Being an avid traveller, Hana has travelled to more than 40 countries in the world and never gets tired of exploring new places. She definitely has gained an insight into various cultures and traditions through her endeavours.

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Resham Ramirez Saeed Miss Supranational Philippines 2019

Resham Saeed represented Philippines at Miss Supranational 2019 where she was placed at Top 25 held in Silesia, Poland. The eldest and only daughter among a brood of four, she was raised to be one of the boys. Over the years, she realized this upbringing shaped her to become the strong and outspoken woman she is today. Her childhood was defined by memories of her traveling and playing sports. “I was raised in six different countries because my dad was a businessman. I also learned to speak five languages because of that,” she shares. “Both Pinoy and Pakistani cultures are in my house and the norm was the importance will be given to the eldest son, and I feel like my parents treated me like the eldest son which made me very independent and bold.” An embodiment of a modern woman, Resham stands to fight for gender equality and women empowerment. She’s currently working with SPARK (Samahan ng mga Pilipina Para sa Reporma at Kaunlaran) which is a non-profit organization that focuses on the development of women and women’s organizations as full partners in national development. “I feel like equality needs to be pushed more than ever. Not only in terms of gender that is my advocacy, but in terms of backgrounds and diversity. There’s so much to learn from one another.”

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Priya Serrao Miss Universe Australia 2019

Priya Serrao represented Australia at Miss Universe 2019. She is the first Indian-Australian to be crowned Miss Universe Australia. She currently works as a Policy Adviser for the Victorian government and has tertiary degrees in Politics, International Studies, and Law. She was born in Belmannu, Karnataka, but spent most of her early childhood in Oman and the United Arab Emirates. Serrao moved to Australia when she was 11. When she won the title, she mentioned, “I absolutely didn’t expect it. I didn’t even have my parents there or any family or friends because I was so sure I was not going to be placed anywhere,” said the pageant winner who recognises herself as an Indian-Australian. She works as a full-time policy adviser with the Government of Victoria’s Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions in Melbourne and is due to become a certified lawyer in August this year.

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Marijana Radmanovic Miss Universe Australia 2019 Finalist

The gorgeous diva, Marijana Radmanovic is a multitalented model, who is making a name for herself in the fashion industry as a down to earth girl with big dreams. This diverse beauty has worked extensively with many reputable Australian brands such as Just Jeans, Review, Seed Heritage, Forever New and many more. Moreover, she holds up the bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Marketing. She aims to inspire her readers to follow their dreams and stay true to themselves. She participated in Miss Universe Australia 2019 last year and placed as one of the finalists at the competition.

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Bhasha Mukherjee Miss World England 2019

Bhasha Mukherjee is an English-Indian doctor, model and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss England 2019 and represented England at the Miss World 2019 pageant and placed Top 40. The 23-year-old language resident of Derby has two degrees of graduation. Dr Bhasha started her own charity at the age of 17 called The Generation Bridge Project which connects the two generations of youth and elderly. She is also actively involved with various charities in UK and abroad. She is specially endorsing Diabetes UK for her Beauty with a Purpose project. She is also involved in Professor Gatrads WASUP charity and endorsing brands like Plastfree. Bhasha is a perfect example of ‘beauty with brain’ with an IQ of 146 and can speak five languages.

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Julia Horta Miss Universe Brazil 2019

Júlia Horta is a Brazilian model and a beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned represented Brazil at Miss Universe 2019 where she placed in the top 20. The 24-year-old journalist, and social media influencer from Juiz de Fora broke an eight-year title drought for the state of Minas Gerais, which last won the crown in 2010 with Débora Lyra. She is a very friendly communicative, trained in journalism and Digital influencer, fight for the cause Solitude the fight for women respect and unity. Being a crown favourite ever since the beginning of the competition, Julia surely has proven she has an influential spot in the pageantry.

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Melissa Jimenez Guevara Miss International Venezuela 2019

Melissa Jiménez represented Venezuela at Miss International 2019 where she was placed at top 15 along with winning best in evening gown award. She defines herself as a dreamy, charismatic and happy woman. A woman who besides having many dreams, she identifies herself by working for each one of them determinedly. She loves being able to help people find their dreams and live for them. She believes a lot in the power of the mind and that what one can dream, you create. She aspires to specialize in the area of ​​health coaching, start a group to help girl athletes and make her name as a model in Venezuela.

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Yaliza Burgos Miss Supranational Dominican Republic 2019

Yaliza Burgos represented Dominican Republic at Miss Supranational 2019 and with her incredible performance, she placed in the Top 25. Burgos holds a degree in business management from Berkeley College in New York. She had an internship with CNN and currently works as a financial analyst in the consumer industry. She is also pursuing a career in the entertainment industry as an actress and host. She spoke about her dream as she continued, “Since childhood I have dreamed of representing the beauty, culture and joy of my country, which fills me with a lot of pride. I count on your support in this journey that is just beginning, where the development and preparation to bring that international crown to the Dominican Republic continues.”

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Kaliegh Garris Miss Teen USA 2019

Kaliegh Garris is an American model and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Teen USA 2019. Garris had previously been crowned Miss Connecticut Teen USA 2019; she is the second entrant from Connecticut to have been crowned Miss Teen USA. Between preparing for her upcoming prom and graduation and entering her freshman year Southern Connecticut State University to study nursing, the new titleholder will continue to do her Miss Teen USA duties, including press events and volunteer work. “For the first time in a long time the crown has been placed in natural hair. It's something that people don't usually see on a regular basis or in these major pageant competitions. So, having that representation within the African American community has really opened up a lot of people’s eyes and has allowed people to see that people of color can accomplish really amazing things”, she says.

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Nia Franklin Miss America 2019

Nia Franklin was crowned Miss America 2019 on 9th September 2018 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. With her win, 2019 became the first year that all four major United States-based pageants were won by black women; other titleholders were Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa (as Miss Universe 2019), Kaliegh Garris (as Miss Teen USA 2019), Toni-Ann Singh as Miss World and Cheslie Kryst (as Miss USA 2019). “The platform of Miss America has given me a chance to use my voice to share the importance of arts in education from speaking in schools across the country to performing at the Lincoln Centre and to taking every media opportunity to continue expressing just how vital the arts are in schools,” she said in a social media post in December 2018. Advocating for arts education comes naturally for Franklin, a Winston-Salem native who has been surrounded by music throughout her life, even composing her first song at the age of six. Her education plan was nearly derailed when her father was diagnosed with a rare form of lymphoma. She underwent a stem cell transplant for her father, essentially saving his life.

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Taylor Marlene Miss Grand Australia 2019

Taylor Marlene Curry was crowned Miss Grand Australia 2019 on 8th June 2019 at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth. She went onto represent Australia at Miss Grand International 2019 and was placed at top 10. This beauty has a very charming personality and a toned figure, she always has her scintillating smile on. She is a perfect combination of beauty, brains & heart. She is an advocate of anti-violence and she thinks it is important that we address & eliminate the underlying cause of violence in our Australian nightclubs.

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Emma Mary Tiglao Binibining Pilipinas Intercontinental 2019

Emma Mary Tiglao represented Philippines at Miss Intercontinental 2019 where she was placed at the top 20 by the end of the event finale. Emma also bagged two special awards – Miss Sunrise Popularity and the May Care award. The diva shared her experiences and expressed her gratitude for the title she is now carrying, that is of Miss Intercontinental Philippines 2019. She further talked about the crown which she has been embracing and said, "Through it all, I realized that the sparkle of the crown is momentary. It's the purpose by which it was given that is far more important. To find a higher calling in this world, and act on it. To make a difference in the lives of others, no matter how small. In the end the true measure of fulfilment is not always in winning, but discovering the best in all of us”. The diva further talked about her life changing moment which was, when she saw the little children in the poor communities, abandoned by their parents because of poverty. The beauty then decided to help these children. Emma is best known for her benevolent nature. She lends her support to children in Nazareth, Pampanga who were suffering from mental disorder.