8 Women Who created History at the Miss Universe 2023 Pageant

Sheynnis from Nicaragua made history as she became the first contestant from her country to win the crown.

Sheynnis Palacios

Miss Nepal Jane Dipika Garrett became the first plus sized contestant ever in Miss Universe history.

Jane Dipika Garrett

Pakistan's Erica became the first ever contestant to wear a burkini in the swimsuit round. 

Erica Robin

Miss Colombia Camila Avella became the first married woman and a mother to compete in Miss Universe. 

Camila Avella

Portugal's Marina became the first transgender contestant in the competition.

Marina Machete

Guatemala's Michell, also married and a mother of two, made history with her appearance at Miss Universe.

Michelle Cohn

Netherland's Rikkie was the second transgender person to compete in the Miss Universe competition.

Rikkie Valerie Kolle

Athena Perez was the first black woman to win the Miss Spain crown. She was also among the top 10 contestants.

Athenea Perez