Miss Universe Winners 2024 (1952-2024): Miss Universe 2024 will be the 73rd edition of the Miss Universe pageant, scheduled to take place on November 16, 2024, at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico. This event marks Mexico’s first hosting of the pageant since 2007, following an announcement made during the Miss Universe 2023 pageant. Let us have a look at the complete list of Miss Universe from 1952 to 2024.
Miss Universe Winners (1952-2024): Miss Universe is an annual international beauty pageant that showcases contestants from over 190 countries, promoting beauty, confidence, and humanitarian advocacy. Established on June 28, 1952, in Long Beach, California, it has evolved into one of the most prestigious beauty competitions globally.Among these 190 countries, India has been an active participant in Miss Universe pageants since 1952, with several Indian contestants winning the coveted title along the way.
Rhea Singh was recently crowned Miss Universe India 2024 and will now represent India in the international Miss Universe pageant. Previously, Harnaz Sandhu was the last Indian contestant to win the Miss Universe title in 2021, bringing pride and recognition to India on the global stage.
JKN Global Group currently owns the pageant, which is run by the Miss Universe Organisation, based in Thailand and Mexico. Contestants participate in various segments, including evening gown and swimsuit competitions, as well as interviews.
The judging criteria focus not only on physical beauty but also on intelligence, personality, and social awareness. The reigning Miss Universe crowns her successor at the end of each event. The current titleholder is Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua, who was crowned on November 18, 2023.
Key Details
Date: November 16, 2024
Venue: Arena CDMX, Mexico City
Crowning: The reigning Miss Universe, Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua, will crown her successor at the end of the event.
Preliminary Rounds: Scheduled for November 14, 2024, which will include swimsuit and evening gown segments along with closed-door interviews.
Complete list of Miss Universe winners from 1952 to 2024
Here’s the complete list of Miss Universe winners from 1952 to 2024. The list includes notable winners such as Olivia Culpo, Pia Wurtzbach, and Catriona Grey. Each winner represented their respective countries with grace and poise on the international stage.
Year
Winner
2024
TBD
2023
Sheynnis Palacios (Nicaragua)
2022
R’Bonney Gabriel (USA)
2021
Harnaaz Sandhu (India)
2020
Andrea Meza (Mexico)
2019
Zozibini Tunzi (South Africa)
2018
Catriona Gray (Philippines)
2017
Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters (South Africa)
2016
Iris Mittenaere (France)
2015
Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach (Philippines)
2014
Paulina Vega Dieppa (Colombia)
2013
Gabriela Isler (Venezuela)
2012
Olivia Culpo (USA)
2011
Leila Lopes (Angola)
2010
Ximena Navarrete (Mexico)
2009
Stefanía Fernández (Venezuela)
2008
Dayana Mendoza (Venezuela)
2007
Riyo Mori (Japan)
2006
Zuleyka Riviera Mendoza (Puerto Rico)
2005
Natalie Glebova (Canada)
2004
Jennifer Hawkins (Australia)
2003
Amelia Vega Polanco (Dominican Republic)
2002
Justine Pasek (Panama)
2002
Oksana Fyodorova (Russia)
2001
Denise M. Quiñones (Puerto Rico)
2000
Lara Dutta (India)
1999
Mpule Kwelagobe (Botswana)
1998
Wendy Fitzwilliam (Trinidad & Tobago)
1997
Brook Lee (USA)
1996
Alicia Machado (Venezuela)
1995
Chelsi Smith (USA)
1994
Sushmita Sen (India)
1993
Dayanara Torres (Puerto Rico)
1992
Michelle McLean (Namibia)
1991
Lupita Jones (Mexico)
1990
Mona Grudt (Norway)
1989
Angela Visser (Holland)
1988
Porntip Nakhirunkanok (Thailand)
1987
Cecilia Bolocco (Chile)
1986
Barbara Palacios Teyde (Venezuela)
1985
Deborah Carthy–Deu (Puerto Rico)
1984
Yvonne Ryding (Sweden)
1983
Lorraine Downes (New Zealand)
1982
1981
Irene Saez (Venezuela)
1980
Shawn Weatherly (USA)
1979
Maritza Sayalero (Venezuela)
1978
Margaret Gardiner (South Africa)
1977
Janelle Commissiong (Trinidad & Tobago)
1976
Rina Messinger (Israel)
1975
Anne Marie Puhtamo (Finland)
1974
Amparo Munoz (Spain)
1973
Margie Moran (Philippines)
1972
Kerry Anne Wells (Australia)
1971
Georgina Rizk (Lebanon)
1970
Marisol Malaret (Puerto Rico)
1969
Gloria Diaz (Philippines)
1968
Martha Vasconcellos (Brazil)
1967
Sylvia Hitchcock (USA)
1966
Margareta Arvidsson (Sweden)
1965
Apasra Hongsakula (Thailand)
1964
Corinna Tsopei (Greece)
1963
Idea Maria Vargas (Brazil)
1962
Norma Nolan (Argentina)
1961
Marlene Schmidt (Germany)
1960
Linda Bement (USA)
1959
Akiko Kojima (Japan)
1958
Luz Marina Zuluaga (Colombia)
1957
Gladys Zender (Peru)
1956
Carol Morris (USA)
1955
Hellevi Rombin (Sweden)
1954
Miriam Stevenson (USA)
1953
Christiane Martel (France)
1952
Armi Kuusela (Finland)
Beyond beauty standards, the Miss Universe pageant aims to empower women and address humanitarian issues. Contestants often engage in advocacy work that reflects their personal missions and cultural backgrounds.
The upcoming Miss Universe 2024 will be held on November 16, 2024, in Mexico City at the Arena CDMX. This edition will feature an increased number of semifinalists (30) and has removed age restrictions for contestants over 18. The selection committee includes Emilio Estefan (music producer), Lele Pons (singer and actress), and other notable figures.
This year’s competition promises to be a vibrant showcase of beauty and talent, reflecting diverse cultures and backgrounds worldwide. According to reports, the total prize money for Miss Universe, including perks and benefits, is approximately $250,000.
Fast Facts About Miss Universe Pageant
- The Miss Universe pageant was established on June 28, 1952.
The inaugural title was won by Armi Kuusela from Finland.
The event attracts approximately one billion viewers worldwide each year.
It is held annually, with the next edition scheduled for November 16, 2024.
The 2024 pageant will take place at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, marking Mexico’s first hosting since 2007.
Contestants are evaluated on beauty, intelligence, personality, and social awareness.
As of 2023, there are no age limits for contestants over 18 years old.
The number of semifinalists has been raised to a record 30 for the upcoming pageant.
The 2024 edition will see debuts from countries like Belarus and Eritrea and returns from Cuba and Fiji.
The reigning Miss Universe crowns her successor at the end of each event, currently held by Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua.
In addition to the main winner, four continental queens will also be named.
The pageant emphasises humanitarian advocacy and social issues through its contestants
Notable figures often serve as judges; for instance, Emilio Estefan and Lele Pons are part of the selection committee for 2024.
Countries hold their own national competitions to select representatives for Miss Universe.
The inaugural Miss Universe India pageant crowned Rhea Singha on September 22, 2024, who will compete in the upcoming global event.
