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The Philippines’ bet, Rachel Peters, made it to the Top 10 of the competition.
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Demi Leigh Nel Peters was crowed Miss Universe 2017 on Monday (November 27, PH time), making her the second South African to ever win the crown.
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The last time SA won the crown was 39 years ago!
Miss South Africa Demi Leigh Nel Peters beat 92 of the world’s most beautiful women at the event in the Philippines scheduled for primetime viewing in the United States.
Nel-Peters, edged out Miss Colombia, the first runner-up, and Miss jamaica the second runner-up.
Final Question: What quality in yourself are you most proud of, and how will you apply that quality to your time as Miss Universe?
In the final question round, Miss South Africa highlighted the confidence as the best quality of a Miss Universe.
“As Miss Universe you have to be confident in who you are. Miss Universe has to overcome her fears and teach others to do the same. And nothing is ever to ask too much to ask for. That is exactly who I am.”
TOP 3
1. Jamaica
2. Colombia
3. South Africa
TOP 5
1. South Africa
2. Venezuela
3. Thailand
4. Jamaica
5. Colombia
TOP 10
1. Venezuela
2. USA
3. Philippines
4. Canada
5. South Africa
6. Spain
7. Brazil
8. Colombia
9. Thailand
10. Jamaica
TOP 16
AFRICA AND ASIA PACIFIC
1. Thailand
2. Sri Lanka
3. Ghana
4. South Africa
EUROPE
5. Spain
6. Ireland
7. Croatia
8. Great Britain
THE AMERICAS
9. Colombia
10. USA
11. Brazil
12. Canada
WILD CARD
13. Philippines
14. Venezuela
15. Jamaica
16. China
Miss Japan was named Best in National Costume with her dress that turns into a kimono.
Harvey this year got through the closing moments of the ceremony smoothly.
