El Salvador: Sheynnis Palacios (23) of Nicaragua won the Miss Universe 2023 crown at the 72nd edition of the pageant, held in El Salvador. Miss Universe 2023 is held in the newly renovated Adolfo Pineda National Gymnasium, in the capital San Salvador.

She received the crown and cash from her predecessor, R’Bonney Gabriel from the US. This is the first time a contestant from Nicaragua has won the contest, with Thailand’s Anntonia Porsild in 2^nd spot and Australia’s Moraya Wilson in 3^rd spot.

84 contestants participated during a week of competitions that included posing in swimsuits, evening gowns and traditional dresses. In her final answer to the jury, Palacios emphasized the importance of equal pay regardless of gender so that women can work in any area. There is no limit for women, she added.

The organizers of the gala, which was attended by El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele, also announced that the next edition will be held in Mexico.