USA wins Miss Universe 2012 in Vegas!
The 61st annual Miss Universe pageant took place on December 19, 2012 at the PH Live, Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada where a worldwide audience of approximately 1 billion viewers tuned in.
Completing the top 10 semi-finalists who competed in the Evening Gown competition were: Russia, Elizabeth Golonova; France, Marie Payet; Hungary, Agnes Konkoly; South Africa, Melinda Bam; and Mexico, Karina Gonzalez.
An expert panel chose the delegate they thought best exemplifies beauty through the lens of a camera and awarded her as Miss Photogenic was Miss Kosovo, Diana Avdiu. She received $1,000 cash prize and a gift from pageant sponsor Diamond Nexus Labs.
Chosen by her co-candidates as the one who is the most congenial, charismatic and inspirational. The Miss Congeniality award was given to Guatemala's Laura Godoy Calle. She also received $1,000 cash prize and a gift from Diamond Nexus Labs.
The Best in National Costume winner was voted by fan's online. And the winner is Ji Dan Xu, Miss China.
- A year supply of hair care products and tools from Farouk Systems
- A custom diamond tiara and jewelry designed by Diamond Nexus
- A shoe wardrobe from Chinese Laundry
- Evening wear wardrobe by Sherri Hill
- Swimwear wardrobe by Kooey Australia
- A year supply of makeup products from MAC
- A year supply of sun care products from Australian Gold
- A one-year scholarship (including housing) from the New York Film Academy
- Luxury accommodations in a New York City apartment for the duration of her reign, including living expenses
- A year-long salary as Miss Universe
- Personal services including membership to Gravity Fitness and hair services from John Barrett Salon
- Modeling portfolio by leading fashion photographer Fadil Berisha
- Dermatology and skincare services provided by Dr. Cheryl Thellman-Karcher
- Professional health and nutrition consultation by Tanya Zuckerbrot, MS, RD and dental services by Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S.
- Casting opportunities and professional representation by the Miss Universe Organization
- Extensive travel opportunities representing sponsors and charitable partners
- Access to various New York City events including movie premiers and screenings, Broadway shows and launch parties
- A year-long consultation with a fashion stylist; and access to a personal appearance wardrobe.
Completing the top 10 semi-finalists who competed in the Evening Gown competition were: Russia, Elizabeth Golonova; France, Marie Payet; Hungary, Agnes Konkoly; South Africa, Melinda Bam; and Mexico, Karina Gonzalez.
An expert panel chose the delegate they thought best exemplifies beauty through the lens of a camera and awarded her as Miss Photogenic was Miss Kosovo, Diana Avdiu. She received $1,000 cash prize and a gift from pageant sponsor Diamond Nexus Labs.
Chosen by her co-candidates as the one who is the most congenial, charismatic and inspirational. The Miss Congeniality award was given to Guatemala's Laura Godoy Calle. She also received $1,000 cash prize and a gift from Diamond Nexus Labs.
The Best in National Costume winner was voted by fan's online. And the winner is Ji Dan Xu, Miss China.
- A year supply of hair care products and tools from Farouk Systems
- A custom diamond tiara and jewelry designed by Diamond Nexus
- A shoe wardrobe from Chinese Laundry
- Evening wear wardrobe by Sherri Hill
- Swimwear wardrobe by Kooey Australia
- A year supply of makeup products from MAC
- A year supply of sun care products from Australian Gold
- A one-year scholarship (including housing) from the New York Film Academy
- Luxury accommodations in a New York City apartment for the duration of her reign, including living expenses
- A year-long salary as Miss Universe
- Personal services including membership to Gravity Fitness and hair services from John Barrett Salon
- Modeling portfolio by leading fashion photographer Fadil Berisha
- Dermatology and skincare services provided by Dr. Cheryl Thellman-Karcher
- Professional health and nutrition consultation by Tanya Zuckerbrot, MS, RD and dental services by Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S.
- Casting opportunities and professional representation by the Miss Universe Organization
- Extensive travel opportunities representing sponsors and charitable partners
- Access to various New York City events including movie premiers and screenings, Broadway shows and launch parties
- A year-long consultation with a fashion stylist; and access to a personal appearance wardrobe.
