On February 7, New York City was the epicenter of glamour, innovation, and global influence as we officially unveiled Miss Universe NYC Headquarters at the WSA Building during New York Fashion Week.
The evening was a spectacular blend of high fashion, live music, and groundbreaking announcements, setting the stage for the next chapter of Miss Universe.
From breathtaking performances by Filip Pogády on violin, Adrian Daurov on cello, and DJ Ana Boo, to the grand host country reveal of Thailand for the 74th Miss Universe competition on November 21, the night was nothing short of extraordinary.
With the launch of MU Talent NYC and our exclusive collaboration with Water Lounge at WSA, Miss Universe is now at the center of elite beauty, wellness, and talent innovation, aligning with celebrity-favorite experts in skincare, body sculpting, acupuncture, and movement refinement.
It’s official—Thailand will be the host country for the 74th Miss Universe competition in 2025.
The exciting news was revealed during the Miss Universe NYC Launch Event held at the WSA building’s 17th-floor screening room and lounge.
The event brought together top fashion figures, industry leaders, and devoted pageant fans to celebrate this major moment in Miss Universe history.
Carson Kressley, Emmy-winning TV personality, and Hannah Lopa, model and presenter, setting the stage for an evening full of big announcements.
Lopa welcomed the audience, saying, “Good evening, fashion icons, industry leaders, and global tastemakers! Welcome to the Miss Universe New York City launch event during New York Fashion Week!” Kressley, a proud New Yorker, added, “We always think of New York as the center of the universe, so what better place for Miss Universe to make a major announcement?”
Raúl Rocha Cantú, President of the Miss Universe Organization, who announced the opening of Miss Universe’s new corporate headquarters in New York City.
Standing on stage, he shared, “We are so proud to announce that Miss Universe now has a home in the heart of New York City, right here in the WSA building.
Being surrounded by landmarks like Wall Street and the New York Stock Exchange places us right at the center of global business, entertainment, and fashion.” He also revealed that the new space includes recording studios, photography and video production areas, and creative workspaces to take the Miss Universe brand to new heights.
Even bigger news? Miss Universe is preparing for an IPO on Wall Street, meaning it’s gearing up to become a publicly traded company.
Anne Jakrajutatip, CEO of Miss Universe and President of JKN Global Group, took the stage to reveal where the Miss Universe 2025 competition will take place. Smiling at the excited crowd, she said, “Hello, New York! Hello, Universe! Miss Universe is more than a pageant—it’s a movement. And today, we are thrilled to announce where the world’s most iconic beauty competition is headed next.”
The 74th Miss Universe competition will be held in Thailand, The room erupted in cheers as a stunning video played, showing off Bangkok, Pattaya, and Phuket, the three host cities for the event.
The Muang Thong Thani Impact Arena will host the final coronation on November 21, 2025, but the competition will be much more than just one night.
Contestants will spend nearly a month in Thailand, participating in fashion events, charity initiatives, and cultural experiences. She also teased details about ticket sales, hotel accommodations, and partnerships with top fashion designers, makeup artists, and sponsors, promising that this year’s pageant will be “bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever before.”
It was a very well attended event, Mass media from all over the World in attendance, Sponsors, beauty Queens, Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Theilvig was in attendance to make announcements and conduct interviews.
About Miss Universe Organization: The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) is a global, inclusive organization that celebrates women of all cultures and backgrounds and empowers them to reach their potential. For 73 years, MUO has been committed to leveraging its global network of ambassadors to affect positive change through philanthropic outreach, job creation, and serving as a platform for positive transformation.
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