Miss Universe: R’Bonney Gabriel, 28, from the US, is the pageant's oldest titleholder. She also made history by becoming the first Filipino-American Miss America.
Miss Universe 2022: Stunning costumes and strong messages marked the glittering contest held in New Orleans, USA.
While taking her final walk on stage before crowning Miss Universe 2022, Harnaaz Sandhu wore a black gown which featured Sushmita Sen's pageant-winning moment from 1994 digitally printed on the back.
Miss Universe R'Bonney Gabriel was honoured with a sapphire-encrusted crown worth a whopping $5.58 million.
In a message to Miss Universe 2022, Harnaz Sandhu added, "Remember to live this year to the fullest because tomorrow is never promised."
Miss Universe 2022: India's Divita Rai made it to the top 16 but did not advance to the top 5.
Khun Anne, who controls JKN Global Group Public Co. Ltd., had bought the Miss Universe Organisation for $20 million, last October. She is also a trans activist.
Chakrapong Anne Chakrajutathib, who also hosts the local edition of "Project Runway", is possibly the first transgender woman to own the beauty pageant organisation outright.
The Miss Universe 2022 winner will be announced today at a ceremony in New Orleans.
Miss Universe 2022 Highlights: R'Bonney Gabriel, 28, is a model, fashion designer, and sewing instructor who prioritizes the environment in her work. She's also the first Filipino American to win Miss USA.
Miss Universe 2022: India's Harnaaz Sandhu will crown her successor at a ceremony in New Orleans, USA. Read on find out more.