In a dazzling spectacle held at the Jose Adolfo Pineda Arena in San Salvador, El Salvador, the world witnessed the crowning of Miss Universe 2023. Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua crowned Miss Universe 2023 and becoming the first Nicaraguan woman to do so. The event, which took place on November 19, was marked by glamour and grace, as contestants from 84 countries vied for the prestigious crown.
The 72nd Miss Universe pageant, hosted by American television personality Jeannie Mai and former Miss Universe 2012 Olivia Culpo, alongside American television presenter Maria Menounos, was a night to remember. The competition was fierce, but Sheynnis Palacios’s poise, elegance, and charisma won the hearts of the judges and the audience alike.
MISS UNIVERSE 2023 IS @Sheynnispalacios_of !!!! 👑 🇳🇮@mouawad #72ndMISSUNIVERSE #MissUniverse2023 pic.twitter.com/cSHgnTKNL2
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) November 19, 2023
Miss Universe 2022, USA’s R’Bonney Gabriel, had the honor of placing the sparkling tiara on Sheynnis Palacios’s head, as the crowd erupted in applause. Her victory marked a historic moment for Nicaragua, as she became the country’s first-ever Miss Universe winner.
On the same stage, India’s Shweta Sharda showcased her exceptional beauty and grace, representing her country with pride. Shweta had previously secured her spot in the Miss Universe 2023 semifinals by winning the Miss Diva Universe 2023 title in August. Her journey from Chandigarh to Mumbai, where she pursued her dreams, resonated with many.
Speaking about her win at Miss Diva India, Shweta said, “A tremendous sense of satisfaction and excitement comes from winning the Miss Diva India pageant. I’ve been dreaming about this moment for so long, and seeing it come true is simply beyond words. I am incredibly grateful and eager for the journey that lies ahead, and I’m looking forward to making my nation and my family proud by bringing the Miss Universe Crown back to India.”
Shweta Sharda, at 22 years old, made an impressive debut on the international stage, advancing to the semi-finals of the Miss Universe competition. Her journey was reminiscent of the achievements of previous Indian beauty queens, including Sushmita Sen in 1994, Lara Dutta in 2000, and Harnaz Sandhu in 2022, who all brought home the Miss Universe crown.
In summary, Sheynnis Palacios’s historic win as Miss Universe 2023 for Nicaragua and Shweta Sharda’s commendable debut on the global stage have left an indelible mark in the world of beauty pageants. As these remarkable women continue to inspire and represent their nations with grace and dignity, the beauty pageant world eagerly awaits the next chapter in their journeys.