A South African, Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters has been crowned Miss Universe. The 22 year old who helps train women in self-defence was crowned in Las Vegas
A South African, Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters has been crowned Miss Universe. The 22 year old who helps train women in self-defence was crowned in Las Vegas over the weekend. From Western Cape Province with a recently earned business management degree from North-West University, Along with the title, Nel-Peters will earn a year-long salary, a luxury apartment in New York City for the duration of her reign and more prizes. Demi-Leigh says her passion for self-defence was reinforced when she was hijacked and held at gunpoint about a month after winning her title as Miss South Africa. Miss Colombia, Laura González, 22, an aspiring actress was the first runner-up while dark skinned Miss Jamaican, Davina Bennett, a 21 year old model, pursuing a degree in marketing at the University of the West Indies, was the second runner-up. The international beauty pageant, which dates back to 1952, was owned by Donald Trump until he sold it in 2015. It is held in 190 countries worldwide and 92 women competed in this year’s final.
