MIAMI.- He miss Universe continues to see changes to its platform and incorporations in participating countries, and now it has been confirmed that Cuba, nation that has been out of the contest for more than half a century, will return to the prestigious beauty pageant.
According to information confirmed by the official website of Miss Universe Cubathe gala to choose the sovereign who will represent the island in the contest will take place in florida, United States, and be led by the Venezuelan Prince Julius Caesardirector of Miss Earth Venezuela and Miss & Mister Supranacional Venezuela.
“After 57 years of absence, Cuba is ready to make its long-awaited return to the stage of Miss Universe. The news has generated great excitement throughout the island, as Cuban women prepare to show their beauty and elegance to the world. Under the leadership of Thai businesswoman Anne Jakrajutatip, who has expressed her admiration for Cuban culture, the Miss Universe Cuba Organization is ready to carry out a pageant that celebrates the uniqueness and charm of Cuban women,” reads a statement issued by the organization.
The contest
The contest has already opened applications and it is expected that at least 20 young women will be the finalists to compete for the place in the Miss Universe.
Candidates must be between 18 and 28 years old, and be Cuban by birth or naturalized.
“It’s your time to shine! The Miss Universe Cuba Organization invites you to register and become the next ambassador of Cuban beauty on the Miss Universe stage. As part of the prestigious pageant, you will have the opportunity to represent Cuba to the world and show your grace, elegance and talent,” adds the official page of Miss Universe Cuba.
The applicants will have a three-month preparation process, in which they will strengthen their skills in catwalk, public speaking, photography and will select social projects. All these skills will be key on the night of the selection of the Cuban queen.
Regarding the incorporation of Prince Julio César, the organizers confirmed that the Venezuelan will remain at the head of the contest between 2024 and 2026.
“With his vast experience in show business and his passion for empowering women, Prince Julio Cesar is ready to lead the way to a new chapter of success and celebration for Cuba in the prestigious beauty pageant.”
The designer also shared on Instagram his excitement at being part of this milestone in the history of Cuba.
“Cuba says present and the limit now is the Universe. Soon we will give all the details about applications, casting, activity and final event and rest assured, all the candidates will be CUBAN and will be able to come and participate from any continent. We are ready to start !”, he wrote.
The island’s return to Miss Universe is an important step.
In 1960, Fidel Castro banned the contest under the premise that it promoted frivolity in society and the bourgeoisie. However, Cuban models based in Miami participated in the pageant between 1961 and 1967 under the name Miss Cuba Libre.
But since that date, Cuba had not appeared in the competition again.
