According to reports, the 2019 Miss Universe pageant will take place on 8 December in the United States. On the night of the pageant, Catriona Gray will hand over her title to her successor with a brand-new crown that will be unveiled at the competition.
So yes, 8 December will be a big night for one lucky lady, but don’t be fooled, choosing a winner starts long before the contestants hit that runway. There are a number of stages that participants have to go through in order to win the Miss Universe title.
Here’s how the pageant typically runs:
PRELIMINARY ROUND
Before the live show, there is a preliminary round, which, according to the Miss Universe website, includes “a swimsuit or athletic wear and evening gown presentation show.” The site states the preliminary round is “especially important” because this is where the judges and the fans first get to know the contestants.
It’s also the “driving force” when it comes to selecting the semi-finalists. The live show is where the winner of the Miss Universe pageant will be crown. This year, it will once again be hosted by award-winning TV personality Steve Harvey.
The live show starts by introducing the audience to the contestants who have made it to the semi-finals of the competition.
The semi-finalists will take to the stage in their swimwear or athletic wear. From there, the evening gown portion of the show follows. “The judges and fans will see the contestants’ personal style as they walk the stage in their evening gown of choice,” the site explains, adding that the design of the contestants’ gowns does not affect the total score.
In other news – Steve Harvey’s stepdaughter Lori arrested for hit-and-run
Steve Harvey’s stepdaughter has been arrested on suspicion of a hit-and-run
Lori Harvey, 22, was detained by police on Sunday, 20 October after she allegedly smashed her Mercedes SUV into a parked car on Moreno Drive in Los Angeles, California, and fled the scene.
The Beverly Hills Police Department confirmed to PEOPLE.com that Lori had been arrested a short distance away and released at the scene after they found her vehicle on its side. Read more
Source: Channel24
