Congratulations to the new Miss USA 2021 Elle Smith from Kentucky. The Television News Reporter took home the Mouawad Miss USA Power of Positivity Crown on Monday, November 29th at the River Spirit Casino Resort in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Placing in fourth runner-up was Illinois' Sydni Bennett, second runner-up, was Miss Florida USA's Ashley Carino and placing as the First Runner Up was North Dakota's Caitlyn Vogel. Smith is a reporter for WHAS 11 News in Louisville, Kentucky and she won her state competition on her first try. She will be flown out to Israel to represent USA at the international Miss Universe 2021 competition to be held on December 15th.
Crystle’s Re-Imagination
le is showing out and understands the full assignment of what a prize package should look like for a national titleholder. Especially ones who do need to plan to dedicate their year to making appearances and traveling for the organization. First off...
What it’s like competing for Miss Earth USA?
On the latest episode of Pageants & Prosecco, The Podcast, our former two-time Miss Illinois Earth titleholder Kristina Dechev is joining us to talk about what it was like to compete at Miss Earth USA twice and . . .
22 Things to Know About Miss India USA Aaishwariya Gulani
https://open.spotify.com/show/0LoZIimLFRssI0geYGaVSm What did the journey to your crown look like? My interest in Miss India USA stemmed from my strong cultural roots. I have been dancing since I was six years old, and have always loved engaging with the Indian community back home through this. Going for Miss India USA was a way to meshContinue reading "22 Things to Know About Miss India USA Aaishwariya Gulani"
Miss Dominican Republic Calls Out Miss Global For Cheating During Competition
During a conversation with Pageants & Prosecco, she told us she overheard a man backstage with Van Pham the CEO and Founder of Miss Global. For safety reasons she chose not to disclose his name or position with the organization. She told Us it was this guy who told Van Pham, if Miss Mexico did not win, they would pull the plug on the entire televised show.
Remembering Kobe Bryant – Titleholders Share Their Love for the Legend
His drive, determination and motivation I am sure has been put in a few pageant contestants' journals and vision boards as we prepared for that next competition. Our timelines were flooded with love for the NBA Legend and his daughter GiGi.
Sisters By Blood and The Crown!
Things got even more serendipitous when Megan said the two even won their titles wearing the other sister’s gown! Megan explained how this was not done on purpose, but “out of the sheer fact it was what we had!”
Miss Black America Ryann Richardson Endorses Mayor Pete Buttigieg for President
In what's otherwise considered a taboo topic, not just in pageantry but at the Thanksgiving dinner table, Richardson decided to share her thoughts on who she believed should be next in line for the Presidency.
Miss Earth USA 2018, Yashvi Aware, Sets Sights on Miss D.C.USA Crown
The reason for Yashvi’s late announcement was due to recovering from surgery, “I decided really last minute to compete because I was healing from my ankle surgery.”
Former Miss Teen USA Named New Catfish CoHost
The world of social media & pageantry combine on MTV tonight as former Miss Teen USA, Kamie Crawford makes her debut as the newest cohost of the popular MTV docu-series, Catfish. Crawford announced the news to her followers on Wednesday. She will cohost all episodes of the new season with longtime host and founder, NevContinue reading "Former Miss Teen USA Named New Catfish CoHost"
Miss America Fans Drag Org For Sharing Negative Article On Their Facebook Page
No doubt the Leadership team at Miss America are scrambling right now after Miss America fans (and critics) gave the MAO front office the read of their lives on Sunday after someone on their social media team shared an article from The List...
What it means to be Black, Beautiful & A Queen in a 2020 Beauty Pageant
2019 is Year of #BlackGirlMagic in the world of Pageantry. Almost every major national and international title or runner up is being held by a woman of color. What a time to be alive! But how long did it take for us to get here? And why are the Blacks overly excited about Zozibini's win when 5 other Black women previously won Miss Universe in the last 67 years? The concept of beauty is slowing changing in the pageant world and South Africa just proved it.
South Africa wins Miss Universe!
YAY!!! Like many people of color, watching South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi compete all night was a breath of fresh air as she easily graced the stage and dominated each question and phase of competition that came her way. With this historic win, Tunzi is the third South African to take the crown since Demi Leigh-NelContinue reading "South Africa wins Miss Universe!"
Nebraska wins Miss USA 2025
and she leaves in ONE week to head to Miss Universe in Thailand. Audrey Eckert was Nebraska in early April and has been assisted by Vanbros on her journey to the national stage. The Top 5 consisted of 4th Runner Up - Nevada 3rd Runner Up - Texas 2nd Runner Up - Oregon 1st RunnerContinue reading "Nebraska wins Miss USA 2025"
Alabama wins Miss America 2025
Abbie beat out 51 other women for the coveted title.
Denmark wins 73rd Miss Universe Crown!
Denmark wins 73rd Miss Universe Competition!!
Panama’s Italy Mora Not Competing in Miss Universe
Just a few days after arriving to Mexico City, Mexico, news was just released that Panama's Italy Mora will NOT be competing in the 73rd Miss Universe Competition.
Miss Nicaragua wins Miss Universe
Sheynnis Palacios is the current 72nd Miss Universe. A first for the Central American country. She was crowned Miss Nicaragua on August 5, 2023 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel and Convention Center in Managua, Nicaragua. Palacios is a model, community developer, and beauty pageant titleholder. She was also crowned Miss World Nicaragua 2020. https://youtube.com/live/QqwuN3R1_Aw?feature=share ForContinue reading "Miss Nicaragua wins Miss Universe"
Miss Universe Selection Committee Announced
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pageantsandprosecco/episodes/Judges-Announced-for-Miss-Universe-e2btah0 Meet the Judges of the Super Bowl Pageantry The anticipation is building up as the Super Bowl of pageantry approaches. The highly-esteemed selection committee, comprised of nine brilliant individuals, has been announced. This year's panel is truly impressive, with each judge bringing a unique set of strengths and expertise to the table. Their diverseContinue reading "Miss Universe Selection Committee Announced"
Miss Universe files for BANKRUPTCY
Miss Universe file for bankruptcy
2024 Miss Universe TV Hosts Revealed
To witness the glitz, glamour, and extraordinary beauty as the countdown begins for the highly-anticipated 72nd Annual Miss Universe competition! The stage is set, the delegates from all around the world have arrived in El Salvador, and the excitement is palpable. As the spotlight shines brighter than ever, the anticipation reaches its peak with theContinue reading "2024 Miss Universe TV Hosts Revealed"
Miss Universe Organization drops it’s age eligibility requirement
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0pPx65tg5hknwixTTXPCXz?si=iCuY6vXEQS2ki7Hhzj_lfg Listen now on Pageants & Prosecco, The Podcast, available on all major streaming platfoms The world of fashion never fails to surprise us, especially during the highly anticipated New York Fashion Week! From jaw-dropping looks to glamorous displays, this event never disappoints. However, this new shocking development from the Miss Universe Organization is havingContinue reading "Miss Universe Organization drops it’s age eligibility requirement"
Cheslie Kryst, Miss USA 2019, Emmy Nominated TV Host & Lawyer, Passes Away at 30
"In devastation and great sorrow, we share the passing of our beloved Cheslie," her family said in a statement posted online. "Her great light was one that inspired others around the world with her beauty and strength. She cared, she loved, she laughed and she shined."
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