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The 72nd Miss Universe pageant occurred on November 19, 2023, in San Salvador, El Salvador, featuring 84 contestants from various countries and territories.
The event was hosted by Jeannie Mai, Olivia Culpo, and Maria Menounos, with Catriona Gray and Zuri Hall as backstage correspondents. John Legend performed during the pageant.
Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua was crowned Miss Universe 2023, the first Nicaraguan to win the title in the pageant's history.
Palacios is a model, actress, and TV presenter, holding a degree in industrial engineering. She's an advocate for environmental protection, collaborating with organizations to raise awareness
Her victory sparked widespread celebration in Nicaragua, becoming a source of national pride. Palacios aims to use her platform to advocate for education and empowerment of women and girls globally.