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    Miss Universe Event in NYC, at the WSA Building during New York Fashion Week-2025

    Miss Universe Event in NYC, at the WSA Building during New York Fashion Week-2025

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    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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    Exclusive interview with Miss Universe 2023 R’BONNEY GABRIEL

    Exclusive interview with Miss Universe 2023 R’BONNEY GABRIEL

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    R’Bonney is an eco-friendly fashion designer, model, and sewing instructor based in Houston, TX, and New York City. She attributes her upbeat, optimistic outlook to a childhood immersed in the arts, sports, and travel. 

    ​R’Bonney first fell in love with fashion through her mother, who taught her how to sew and took her on adventures to thrift shops, where they would find pieces to upcycle with their own designs. As a teenager, she followed this passion to the University of North Texas, where she earned her degree in Fashion Design and Fibers. She combines her talent for design with caring for the environment in her own sustainable clothing line, R’Bonney Nola. 

    ​R’Bonney Nola supports and advocates for ethical practices in the fashion industry by using upcycled and sustainable textiles to transform discarded material into beautifully handmade garments – including the cape R’Bonney wore for the Miss Universe competition!

    ​R’Bonney is the lead sewing instructor at Magpies & Peacocks, a Houston-based nonprofit design house that is dedicated to using “Fashion as a force for good” through sustainability and community impact. They received a Gucci Changemaker grant for their work in transforming unwanted textiles and fabrics from landfills into new fashion collections. As part of their MAKR program, R’Bonney teaches sewing classes to women that have survived human trafficking and domestic violence, which helps them find sustainable careers. 

    ​As the first Filipino-American to win Miss Universe and Miss USA, much of her platform is about embracing your culture. She is a voice for Asian-Americans, opening the door for more diversity and representation in society. R’Bonney’s mission is to inspire women and young girls to achieve their goals while owning who they are.

    We had a pleasure of interviewing Miss Universe 2023, R’BONNEY GABRIEL at The Latin Aids Commission Madrino/Godmother Ceremony which you can view by clicking here.

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    Interview with Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu -2022

    Interview with Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu -2022

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    Harnaaz draws her inspiration from her mother, who broke generations of patriarchy to become a successful gynecologist and led her family. Driven to support other women the same way, Harnaaz grew up working with her mother at health camps addressing women’s health and menstrual hygiene.

    Deeply conscious of the privilege her mother’s struggles have gifted her, Harnaaz today is a strong advocate for women’s empowerment, particularly their constitutional rights to education, careers, and their freedom of choice. Professionally, Harnaaz is an actor with two Punjabi LMS slated for release in 2022 and hopes to essay characters in LMS that break stereotypes that the world has of women.

    Her favorite actor is Priyanka Chopra, and she draws inspiration from her body of work. In her spare time, Harnaaz enjoys the company of friends, loves yoga, dancing, cooking, horse riding, and playing chess. She is a water baby and never misses a chance to jump into a pool to rejuvenate herself. She believes in the saying – “Great things happen to those who don’t stop believing, trying, learning, and being grateful.”

    Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu (born 3 March 2000) is an Indian model, actress, and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Universe 2021. Sandhu had been previously crowned Miss Diva Universe 2021, and is the third entrant from India to win Miss Universe.

    Sandhu was also crowned Femina Miss India Punjab in 2019, and placed as a semifinalist at Femina Miss India 2019.

    See Exclusive interview with Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu, in our World Liberty TV, Fashion and Beauty Channels and blogs by clicking here.

     

    Exclusive interview with Miss Universe ANDREA MEZA -2021

    Exclusive interview with Miss Universe ANDREA MEZA -2021

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    Miss Universe, Andrea Meza, is the newest Madrina of the Latino Commission on AIDS a nonprofit organization founded in 1990 dedicated to meet the health challenges and address the impact of HIV and AIDS, viral Hepatitis, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the Hispanic/Latinx community.

    Her role as the organization’s 2021 ambassador to help promote HIV and AIDS education and prevention was announced today at a media reception held at Rosa Mexicano Union Square in New York.

    The Hispanic Federation, a premier Latino nonprofit membership organization was co-presenter of this event. “As we culminate our 30 th anniversary and enter a new era of providing holistic health care services and advocacy for the Latino community in New York, the South, and across the country, we are so grateful to have the participation of Miss Universe Andrea Meza and we welcome her to the family!” said Guillermo Chacon, president of the Latino Commission on AIDS and founder of the Hispanic Health Network.

    “I want to thank the Miss Universe Organization for continuing their commitment to our cause. It is with such dedication and recommitment to education, prevention and stigma reduction efforts that we can ultimately end HIV and design a world without AIDS.”

    “I am deeply honored to join in support of the Latino Commission on AIDS and its mission to defeat HIV and AIDS as its official Madrina – or Godmother,” said Miss Universe Andrea Meza.“I am motivated by the Commission’s attention to continuing its work to educate our youth and new generations about how to prevent HIV infection and access treatment if needed. While it’s been 40 years since the initial case of AIDS was discovered, the virus is still among us and I want to encourage everyone who is sexually active to know the facts about HIV and to get tested.”

    In her role as Madrina, Miss Universe will lend her voice, during appearances with the Latino Commission on AIDS, to educate and promote HIV and AIDS awareness and prevention within the Latino community throughout the U.S. She will also be introduced as the Commission’s Madrina at this year’s Cielo Gala, taking place in person on Friday, October 15, 2021, at Cipriani Wall Street in New York. All guests must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to attend the event.

    The Cielo Gala is an important platform to recognize the work of those who support the Commission’s goals of ending HIV and AIDS and improving overall health outcomes and wellness for the Hispanic/Latinx community. The 2021 Gala will culminate the Commission’s commemoration of 30 years of service and launch a new era of service and commitment to meet the health challenges ahead.

    About the Latino Commission on AIDS: The Latino Commission on AIDS (Commission) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1990dedicated to meet the health challenges and address the impact of HIV and AIDS, viral Hepatitis, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), addressing stigma in the Hispanic/Latinx community.

    The Commission is the leading organization coordinating National Hispanic Hepatitis Awareness Day (May 15), National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (October 15), Latinos in the South, the Latino Religious Leadership Program and other prevention, research, capacity building, and advocacy programs across the United States and its territories. The Commission is also the founder of the Hispanic Health Network, dedicated to addressing health disparities.

    Miss Universe ANDREA MEZA 2021:  Alma Andrea Meza Carmona (born 13 August 1994) is a Mexican model and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Universe 2020. Since winning the title, she became the third Mexican woman to be crowned Miss Universe. She had previously been crowned Mexicana Universal 2020 and Miss Mexico 2017, and placed as the first runner-up at Miss World 2017.

    See exclusive interview with Miss Universe ANDREA MEZA 2021, in our World Liberty TV, Channel at by clicking here .

    Exclusive Interview With Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach

    Exclusive Interview With Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach

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    On December 20, 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach made history when she became the 64th Miss Universe and third woman from the Philippines to hold the title. For the women who compete at Miss Universe, the opportunity to represent their countries at the prestigious pageant is an honor. This is especially true for the Philippines where the competition is watched in nearly every household when it airs. Though Pia was initially announced as first runner-up, Filipino fans still went wild with cheers of congratulations and she felt satisfied knowing that she made her countrymen proud. Several moments later, host Steve Harvey corrected a mistake which will become known as one of the most talked about moments in live television history – the winner of Miss Universe 2015 was actually the Philippines.

    Becoming Miss Universe has been a lifelong dream of Pia’s that took several attempts to make a reality – and her road to the crown was not always easy.

    Pia was born in Stuttgart, Germany where she spent the early years of her life with both her father, who is German, and mother, who is Filipina. When she was just 4 years old, Pia’s mother moved her and her younger sister to Manila. Life in the Philippines for an unemployed single mother of two young children was simply not easy. As luck would have it, Pia was quickly scouted by a modeling agency and her career in front of the camera took off. At 11 years old, Pia established herself as the breadwinner of her family – a big responsibility for a child to have while attending school on the weekdays and castings on the weekends. Major television credits in the Philippines of Pia’s include “K2BU,” “It Might Be You,” and “Bora,” among others. Pia is proud to say that her career as a child star paid the rent, provided groceries for the household, and supported her and her sister’s educations.

    Shortly after Pia graduated from high school, her mother remarried and moved to London which left Pia feeling uncertain of what she wanted to pursue next in life personally and professionally. As someone who was passionate about cooking, she took her talents in the kitchen to the classroom at the Center for Asian Culinary Studies where she earned a degree in Culinary Arts. However, something was still missing for Pia. Work became slow for her and she missed being on stage and in front of the camera.

    Pia became determined to win the title of Miss Universe Philippines and trained for three years before she finally won, which allowed her to travel to Las Vegas this past December. “There are the three B’s in the Philippines; basketball, boxing, and beauty pageants,” explains Pia after she won Miss Universe. Upon arrival to the Miss Universe show, event organizers placed the competition sash on Pia which simply said “Philippines.” She remembers it as being the most proud moment in her entire life.

    Pia has previously worked with organizations that are champions in the fight against HIV/AIDS in the Philippines, an issue that is a growing problem in the country and one that is just now beginning to receive national recognition for the severity of the disease. As Miss Universe, Pia would like to work with the LGBT community specifically to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS education and prevention and will work with groups such as Gay Men’s Health Crisis and Apicha.

    Pia loves fashion and all things to do with the beauty industry. Prior to winning the crown, Pia was a stylist and writer for the lifestyle section of Philippine Daily Inquirer, a leading newspaper in her country. The 26-year-old has many thoughts for her future but isn’t set on just one plan. She has expressed interest in becoming an author as well as creating her own perfume or clothing line in the future.

    When she is not traveling around the globe fulfilling her duties as Miss Universe, Pia will reside in New York City throughout her reign. Pia’s win has already received an enormous amount attention and she has already provided an incredible sense of pride and hope to the Philippines and beyond.

    World Liberty TV ,was on hand at The Latino Commission on Aids, Annual Gala, Where Miss Universe 2015 , Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach was honored as an Madrina, See this interview and more right here in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channel.

    Exclusive Interview with Sheynnis Palacios Miss Universe -2023

    Exclusive Interview with Sheynnis Palacios Miss Universe -2023

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    Sheynnis Palacios is a 23-year-old mental health advocate and audiovisual producer from Managua, Nicaragua. She usually prefers to be behind the camera, but she’s come out of the wings because she believes in finding solutions for as many of the world’s problems as she can.

    As a problem-solving kind of person, she put herself through the communications program at her university by working in her mom’s snack business.

    When the business faltered in an economic crisis, her mother migrated north to find a better job, and she became the economic and emotional support for her grandmother and young brother. Her cause this year will be mental health, which stems from her own experiences with anxiety.

    Coming from a country where this issue is rarely addressed, she started an accessible initiative called “Understand Your Mind,” in which she interviews a specialist on emotional care in her television segments.

    She has also produced events and other audiovisual projects on this theme. Her goal in life is to work in the service of humanity, by running a newsroom and producing content and commercials for international brands.

    In her spare time, she rescues cats and dogs, and loves a good mental game and puzzle. Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios won the Miss Universe competition late Saturday night in El Salvador, the first to wear the crown from her country.

    I had the pleasure of interviewing Miss Universe 2023, Sheynnis Palacios at the Empire State Building New York city on the 86th floor. See her exclusive interview in our World Liberty TV , Fashion Channels by clicking here.

    Miss Universe R’BONNEY GABRIEL Installed as the 2023 Madrina of the Latino Commission on Aids -2023

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    By:Betty Coker, Editor in Chief  For World Liberty TV R’Bonney Gabriel, Miss Universe ,Guillermo Chacon, President, Latino Commission on AIDS & Founder, Hispanic Health Network . The Latino Commission on AIDS, a nonprofit organization founded in 1990 dedicated to meet the health challenges and address the impact of HIV and AIDS in the Hispanic/Latinx community,...
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    Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach

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    By Dr.Abbey Editor @ Large For World Liberty TV  On December 20, 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach made history when she became the 64th Miss Universe and third woman from the Philippines to hold the title. For the women who compete at Miss Universe, the opportunity to represent their countries at the prestigious pageant is an...
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    Latin Aids Commission on Aid’s 32nd Cielo Gala -2022

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    By: Lidia Evita, Staff Writer for World Liberty TV CIELO is the fundraising gala of the The Latino Commission on AIDS. After more than 35 years of facing HIV & AIDS, medical advances have succeeded greatly, yet much work remains to be done in underserved communities. Cielo raises funds to the initiatives and operations of...
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