On Saturday, November 16, 2024, the long-awaited final gala of Miss Universe was held, a pageant that, beyond crowning the most beautiful woman in the world, is also a spectacle of glamour, intelligence and, above all, generosity in terms of prizes. In this 73rd edition, held in Mexico City, the big winner was Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, who represented Denmark and was crowned the new Miss Universe.
The pageant is not only a celebration of beauty, but also offers significant prizes for the lucky one who takes the crown. On this occasion, the winner will receive a total of 250 thousand dollars (more than 5 million Mexican pesos), which are intended to cover expenses related to her official commitments, such as trips, media interviews, charity events and other activities. .
In addition to this financial award, the new Miss Universe will receive a monthly salary of 50 thousand dollars (around one million Mexican pesos) for her personal expenses during the year of her reign. One of the most symbolic and highly valuable rewards is the crown, valued at 5 million dollars, which will accompany the beauty queen on her international journey.
The organization will also be responsible for providing luxury housing in New York, covering all related expenses, ensuring that the new Miss Universe enjoys a comfortable life while fulfilling her responsibilities.
The Finalists and the Participation of Mexico
This year’s contest was marked by the competitiveness of the participants, who paraded and answered questions in front of a panel of international judges. Apart from the winner, other finalists stood out, such as the representative of Mexico, María Fernanda Beltrán, who took second place. Fernanda had an outstanding participation, especially for the emotional story she shared about her mother, who overcame cancer. In one of the key questions of the pageant, Beltrán was asked about the legacy of Miss Universe and the message she would leave to the women who watched her. His response was clear and powerful: “Fight, control and adapt to this new situation with a lot of emotional intelligence, because we need it. With that emotion we can give the message of not fearing.”
María Fernanda Beltrán has an impressive career, with titles such as Miss Grand 2023, Sinaloense Ambassador 2022, and International Queen of the Pacific 2023, among others. In addition, she is a versatile woman, with two degrees in Marketing and Social Communication, and speaks several languages, including Spanish, English and French.
The third and fourth finalists were Suchata Chuangsri of Thailand and Ileana Márquez of Venezuela, respectively, reflecting the high quality and competition in this year’s contest.
A Musical Show to Remember
As is traditional in beauty pageants, the gala was accompanied by a musical show that included renowned artists. This year, the Miss Universe 2024 stage was illuminated with the performances of Taboo by the Black Eyed Peas, Richaelio, Nico Ruiz, Robin Thicke and Vikina, who delighted attendees and viewers with their music, making the night an unforgettable celebration .
The Meaning of Miss Universe 2024
Beyond the material prizes, Miss Universe 2024 represented an opportunity to highlight values such as emotional intelligence, resilience and female empowerment. In a world that often places women under superficial beauty standards, this pageant also seeks to highlight the importance of education, leadership and the social impact that women can generate.
With the coronation of Victoria Kjaer Theilvig from Denmark, Miss Universe 2024 closed a historic edition and left a powerful message of courage and improvement. The new queen not only takes the crown, but also a global platform from which she can inspire and create significant change in the world.