Nana Meriwether is crowned Miss USA
New York, NY – January 9, 2013 – Donald J. Trump and the Miss Universe Organization officially crowned Nana Meriwether Miss USA 2012 in a special ceremony held today at Trump Tower. The 27-year old beauty assumes the role after reigning Miss USA Olivia Culpo captured the Miss Universe title on December 19, 2012 in Las Vegas.
Formally Miss Maryland USA, Meriwether was raised in Potmomac, Maryland and is an accomplished student and athlete. She began her early years attending Sidwell Friends School, best known as the current and former school of the Obama daughters and Chelsea Clinton. She went on to become a star athlete for the UCLA Women’s Volleyball Team helping lead the squad to the NCAA Final Four during her senior year. Along the way, she broke three NCAA volleyball records, was a two-time All American, was featured in Sports Illustrated, and graduated with a degree in Political Science.
She went on to complete her post graduate premedical science studies at USC in 2011 and soon after clinched the title of Miss Maryland USA.
“Being named Miss USA is a dream come true for me,” said newly crowned Miss USA Nana Meriwether. “I am looking forward to this amazing opportunity and hope to use this title to raise awareness for my non-profit The Meriwether Foundation, which focuses on improving the health and well-being of rural villages in five countries in Southern Africa.”
The MISS USA 2012 prize package includes:
- a custom diamond tiara and jewelry designed by Diamond Nexus
- a scholarship from the New York Film Academy
- hair care products and tools from Farouk Systems
- an assortment of high fashion bracelets made in Rwanda by women of the Same Sky Trade Initiative
- an eveningwear wardrobe by Sherri Hill
- a swimwear wardrobe by Kooey Australia
- a shoe wardrobe from Chinese Laundry
- make-up from Rain Cosmetics
- sun care products from Australian Gold
- luxury accommodations in a New York City apartment for the duration of her reign, including living expenses
- a salary as Miss USA; 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
- consultation with Miss Universe Organization’s Official Fashion Consultant, Alisha Crutchfield and access to a personal appearance wardrobe
- professional media/public relations training and representation by Rubenstein Public Relations.
ABOUT THE MISS USA® PAGEANT
The Miss Universe Organization, a Donald J. Trump and NBC Universal joint venture, empowers role models of beauty, health and leadership for young women of today. As part of the Miss Universe Organization, Miss USA is dedicated to partnering with charities around the world, and to increasing awareness of breast and ovarian cancers. For more information, visit: www.missusa.com.
PRESS CONTACTS:
Miss Universe Organization
Brenda Mendoza
bmendoza@missuniverse.com
212-373-4983
Rubenstein Public Relations
Dara Busch
DBusch@rubensteinpr.com
212.843.8079
Miss Universe announces Andy Cohen of Bravo and Giuliana Rancic of E! News as hosts for the Miss Universe® pageant!
For the first time ever, the Miss Universe telecast is part of NBC’s holiday line-up!
NEW YORK, NY – October 23, 2012 – Donald J. Trump, NBCUniversal and Miss Universe President Paula M. Shugart, announced today that Andy Cohen, host of Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live” and Giuliana Rancic, co-anchor of “E! News,” will host the 61 st Annual MISS UNIVERSE® Competition airing live on December 19, 2012 from PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The glamorous live event will air on NBC at
8 p.m. ET in the United States with a Spanish simulcast on Telemundo.
“The Miss Universe competition heads to Las Vegas for what will be another exciting show for our fans and contestants,” said Paula Shugart, President of the Miss Universe Organization. “Andy and Giuliana are the perfect duo and the ideal hosts for this show. It’s obvious they have a lot of fun on stage, which in turn makes it a great experience for the audience. We look forward to collaborating with them and our partners,
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, on this worldwide telecast.”
Returning as host of Miss Universe, Andy Cohen is the host and executive producer of “Watch What Happens Live,” Bravo’s late night, interactive talk show that features guests from some of Bravo’s most popular series, as well as from the world of entertainment, politics and pop culture. He is also the executive vice president of development and talent for Bravo where he oversees the development and production of more than two dozen shows such as “Top Chef,” “The Real Housewives” franchises and “The Millionaire Matchmaker.”
Giuliana Rancic is an anchor of “E! News” and co-host of E!’s hugely popular “Fashion Police.” She is also the executive producer/star of her hit Style Network reality show, “Giuliana & Bill.” Rancic can also be seen co-hosting E!’s “Live From the Red Carpet” coverage of events such as the Golden Globes. While she has twice hosted the Miss USA competition, this marks the first time she hosts Miss Universe. Located along the Las Vegas Strip, the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino is the newest member of Caesars Entertainment offering guests nearly three acres of casino entertainment.
Almost 90 contestants from around the world will land at the hotel and spend nearly three weeks participating in various activities leading up to the telecast. They will be judged in three categories: swimsuit,
evening gown and interview as they vie for the coveted title of Miss Universe 2012. Angolan-beauty Leila Lopes, Miss Universe 2011, will crown her successor at the conclusion of the two-hour telecast.
The Miss Universe telecast is televised in approximately 190 countries and was the #1 social media trending topic during last year’s telecast. More than 1 billion viewers worldwide are expected to tune in for the live event.
ABOUT THE MISS UNIVERSE® PAGEANT
The Miss Universe Organization, a Donald J. Trump and NBC Universal joint venture, is a global community empowering role models of beauty, health and leadership for young women of today. The organization is dedicated to partnering with charities around the world, and to increasing HIV/AIDS awareness by focusing on women’s health issues.
For more information, visit: www.missuniverse.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/OfficialMissUniverse
- Twitter: @MissUniverse.
PRESS CONTACTS:
Brenda Mendoza
Miss Universe Organization
bmendoza@missuniverse.com
Tel: 212.373.4983
Dara Busch
Rubenstein Public Relations
DBusch@rubensteinpr.com
Tel: 212.843.8079
Miss Teen USA continues her fight against bullying
Logan West to co-host the No Bully Tour & support the Karen Klein Foundation New York, NY
October 1, 2012 – An advocate of anti-bullying, Miss Teen USA Logan West will stand up for those who have been bullied and raise awareness throughout the month of October, National Bullying Prevention Month, and beyond.
Joining forces with Karen Klein, the upstate New York bus monitor who was brutally bullied by students, West will co-host a musical concert tour entitled No Bully Tour. The tour will travel along the east coast throughout October featuring artists whose music and lyrics are dedicated to celebrating people’s differences and encouraging positive change. West admits to being bullied growing up and, like Klein, turned her negative experience into a positive by creating her own anti-bullying program, “
Bully Proof,” which she introduced in her home state.
Taking the program throughout Connecticut, she reached nearly 20,000 students and helped pass Act 211A which requires school faculty to be properly trained on how to identify and manage bullying. West plans to use her platform as Miss Teen USA to take the program to a national level. Stops along the tour that Logan West will co-host:
- Saturday, October 13: FYE Store at 100 Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA from 2 p.m.to 4 p.m.
- Saturday, October 27: The Great Hall in Union Station at 1 Union Station, Hartford, CT from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
For interview requests please contact: Jackie Shahinian; jackies@missuniverse.com (212) 373-4986
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About Miss Teen USA:
The Miss Universe Organization, a Donald J. Trump and NBCUniversal joint venture, is a global community empowering role models of beauty, health and leadership for young women of today. As part of the Miss Universe Organization, Miss Teen USA is dedicated to partnering with charities around the world, and to increasing awareness of teen issues.
For more information, visit: www.missteenusa.com
. Follow Miss Teen USA:
· Facebook: www.facebook.com/OfficialMissTeenUSA
· YouTube: www.youtube.com/OfficialMiss TeenUSA
· Twitter: @Miss TeenUSA
2013 Miss America Competition Photos are Now Available!
Are you a Miss America fan? Purchase your photos today and begin to create special photo gifts such as note cards, puzzles, coffee mugs, magnets, playing cards, mouse pads and many other collectable items featuring legendary moments from this year’s competition.
- View photos on Miss America website
Nida Khan runner up Miss Pakistan World is going to represent Pakistan for the Queen of the World
Miss Pakistan World touched its 15th International beauty pageant by sending Miss Pakistan World runner up 2, Nida Khan to compete in Germany and Austria for the Queen of the World 2007 beauty pageant.The doe-eyed beauty Nida Khan, at age 22, is excited since she recently won Miss Internet World Runner up 2 Asia title and brought the Miss Pakistan World pageant yet another international title. Standing 5 feet 8 inches tall this law student has steped into the world of beauty pageants when she won the runner up 2 title for the Miss Pakistan World pageant in June 2007. The winners of Queen of the World will be announced on December 15th, 2007. Till then the Miss Pakistan World organization have their fingers crossed.
- Via press release from http://misspakistanworld.com
Miss Pakistan World pageant
Mark your calendars, ladies and gentleman. The fifth annual Miss Pakistan World Pageant is coming to Toronto on June 23rd. 2007. Built on a legacy of honouring strong women who redefine their Pakistani heritage, the pageant will host participants from China, United Kingdom, USA, and Canada.
The 8 day pageant will include a swimsuit shoot in Toronto, by Kavi Kavi the exclusive swimwear designer. The pageant will conduct preliminary interviews, a swimsuit competition, a question and answer segment, a talent contest, and a Pakistani traditional wear and evening gown section. This year’s titles include Miss Congeniality, Miss Photogenic, Miss Fitness, Best in Costume and Miss Talent.
The winner of the pageant will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of pageants, including Miss Earth. The runner-ups will go to Model of the World, Miss Bikini Universe, Queen of the World and World Miss University pageants to name a few.
The only existing international pageant representing Pakistan, Miss Pakistan World has gained tremendous momentum since its inception in 2002. The highlights of last year’s pageant included the Bollywood Fashion Awards, Miss Earth, and sending the first Mrs. Pakistan World to the Mrs. World Pageant. In total, Miss Pakistan World participants and winners have won 5 international titles and participated in a record-breaking 7 international pageants in just one year. To date, the company has reached its 10th international pageant.
Bringing in distinguished guests and panelists from around the world, this year’s Miss Pakistan World Pageant will continue to push boundaries and celebrate Pakistan’s brightest and most beautiful.
For more information please contact: Sonia Ahmed, President 1.416.898.2016
http://www.misspakistanworld.com/
misspakistanworld@gmail.com
After Miss Pakistan World, its Mrs. Pakistan World for the first time in history!
Misbah Iqbal, a 22 year old, married mother of three, is taking a step by representing Pakistan in the Mrs. World pageant to be held in Sochi, Russia. Misbah Iqbal was born on June 1st, 1984 in Karachi, Pakistan. At the age of 22 she will be the first married woman with 3 children to be competing in the Mrs. World Pageant 2007, after achieving the title of Mrs. Pakistan World 2007. Misbah is a certified medical assistant since 2002, and is currently working on her Associate’s degree in Science. History will be made as Pakistan’s first married woman will participate in the prestigious Mrs. World Pageant in 2007.
In her words, “I would like to become the role model for all the Pakistani women out there that have talents buried deep within them, but are scared of bringing them out. Being a mother of three, and having to juggle education and beauty pageants may seem daunting, but it is entirely possible if you have to willpower to do so. Anything is possible with the proper motivation. I wish to encourage other Pakistani women that feel that they cannot succeed in this medium, and hopefully strengthen the influence of the Pakistani women throughout the world; the first step is this pageant. “
The president of the Miss Pakistan World pageant Sonia Ahmed, who has now created the Mrs. Pakistan World contest, is ecstatic about this new venture. “I am proud of yet another achievement for Pakistan. I am delighted to see this happening in 2007, finally a break for married women now. Now the doors are opened for not only single women by married Pakistani women to be a part of international pageants.”
In the past the Miss Pakistan World pageant has been a part of Miss Earth, Miss Tourism Queen International, Miss Bikini Universe, World Miss University, Queen of the World and other pageants. Having won a total of five international titles since 2003, Pakistan’s entry is going steady but stronger day by day. This time it’s the married women who will be out there representing Pakistan. In its fifth year, participating in 10 international pageants, winning 5 international titles, and now vying for the crown of Mrs. World, Pakistan will make history once again. Misbah Iqbal having the full support of her husband, her three beautiful children, in laws and her family is getting ready to make this a reality and a dream come true for those women who never dreamt about pursuing something like this after marriage.
Via press release from http://misspakistanworld.com/
Natasha Paracha Miss Pakistan World to speak at the NRP Summit
Natasha Paracha, Miss Pakistan World 2008 will be the first Miss Pakistan World to be speaking at the NRP Summit in New York at the Roosevelt Hotel on the 23rd of August 2008.
Natasha Paracha, Miss Pakistan World 2008 and Chairman Pakistan Affairs, UN International Renewable Energy Organization for the United Nations will speak along Imran Khan (Leader of Tehreek-e-Insaaf and Mohammad Mian Somroo (Ex-Prime Minister of Pakistan) at the NRP Summit in New York on the 23rd of August 2008. Other notable speakers include: Masood Jabbar, Hussain Haqqani, Imran Khan, Hasan Naqvi, Sheheryar Azhar, M Saud Anwar, Imran Khand, Dr. Imran Shah, Dr. Hina Chaudhry, Sadiq H. Zaidi, Shahid Khan
Miss Paracha graduated from the University of California Berkeley in 2005 with honors in Political Science and Business. She was the founding member of the Pakistani Students Association at UC Berkeley in 2002. Natasha Paracha is also the founder of a non-profit called Vision of Development in which the goal is to reach out to the poverty stricken regions in Pakistan.
She was recently crowned Miss Pakistan 2008 and will be representing Pakistan internationally this November in Miss Earth which will be held in Manila, Philippines. Miss Paracha is the Chairman of Pakistani Affairs with the International Renewable Energy Organization at the United Nations. Natasha’s main aim is to implement various renewable energy projects in Pakistan: Sugar Cane for Ethanol, Wind Farms, Solar Energy, Clean Water, and Reuse of Fried Oil.
Natasha Paracha is the sixth Miss Pakistan World and will be representing Pakistan at the Miss Earth beauty pageant in November this year. Natasha believes in bringing Pakistan on the map in the world of beauty pageants. In her words Natasha said that Pakistan has a lot to give in the entertainment industry and that there are a lot of talented people in Pakistan. Natasha firmly believes that beauty pageants are one way for the women of Pakistan to express themselves, and that it provides a strong platform for young women to showcase their talent.
Via press release from http://misspakistanworld.com/
All American Girl Washington Pageant
Our focus is on Natural Beauty, Poise, Personality and Public Speaking.
This allows all participants the opportunity to compete equally in every aspect.
Our program is open to girls ages 0 – 23 and offers three levels of competition:Preliminary, State, and the National Pageant in August!
All American Girl features several award categories including Overall, Beauty, Personality & Optional Talent!
Age Divisions
Baby Miss (0-2), Tiny Miss (3-4), Mini Miss (5-6),
Little Miss (7-9), Young Miss (10-11), Junior Teen (12-14),
Teen Miss (15-17), Miss (18-23)
Official Division
To be judged on poise, personality, personal appearance, age appropriateness
& stage presence. All contestants compete in party wear / Formal wear,
Interview (0-4 Play time), Casual wear, and Personal Introduction.
Optional Talent Division
Talent presentation will be judged on poise, personality, appearance,
age appropriateness, stage presence and entertainment.
TALENT IS AN OPTIONAL SECOND DIVISION
All American Girl invites you to join us for all the fun year-round.
Our girls participate and entertain at many community fairs, fall festivals, parties,
parades, and many other charitable and community events.
There are plenty of activities & fun for the entire family!
All American Girl is a Fun Family Friendly Natural Program!
Dedicated to Promoting Positive Pageantry,
Community Support and Everyone Leaves a Winner!
All American Girl Washington Pageant
Our focus is on Natural Beauty, Poise, Personality and Public Speaking.
This allows all participants the opportunity to compete equally in every aspect.
Our program is open to girls ages 0 – 23 and offers three levels of competition:Preliminary, State, and the National Pageant in August!
All American Girl features several award categories including Overall, Beauty, Personality & Optional Talent!
Age Divisions
Baby Miss (0-2), Tiny Miss (3-4), Mini Miss (5-6),
Little Miss (7-9), Young Miss (10-11), Junior Teen (12-14),
Teen Miss (15-17), Miss (18-23)
Official Division
To be judged on poise, personality, personal appearance, age appropriateness
& stage presence. All contestants compete in party wear / Formal wear,
Interview (0-4 Play time), Casual wear, and Personal Introduction.
Optional Talent Division
Talent presentation will be judged on poise, personality, appearance,
age appropriateness, stage presence and entertainment.
TALENT IS AN OPTIONAL SECOND DIVISION
All American Girl invites you to join us for all the fun year-round.
Our girls participate and entertain at many community fairs, fall festivals, parties,
parades, and many other charitable and community events.
There are plenty of activities & fun for the entire family!
All American Girl is a Fun Family Friendly Natural Program!
Dedicated to Promoting Positive Pageantry,
Community Support and Everyone Leaves a Winner!
All American Girl Pageant
Our focus is on Natural Beauty, Poise, Personality and Public Speaking.
This allows all participants the opportunity to compete equally in every aspect.
Our program is open to girls ages 0 – 23 and offers three levels of competition:Preliminary, State, and the National Pageant in August!
All American Girl features several award categories including Overall, Beauty, Personality & Optional Talent!
Age Divisions
Baby Miss (0-2), Tiny Miss (3-4), Mini Miss (5-6),
Little Miss (7-9), Young Miss (10-11), Junior Teen (12-14),
Teen Miss (15-17), Miss (18-23)
Official Division
To be judged on poise, personality, personal appearance, age appropriateness
& stage presence. All contestants compete in party wear / Formal wear,
Interview (0-4 Play time), Casual wear, and Personal Introduction.
Optional Talent Division
Talent presentation will be judged on poise, personality, appearance,
age appropriateness, stage presence and entertainment.
TALENT IS AN OPTIONAL SECOND DIVISION
All American Girl invites you to join us for all the fun year-round.
Our girls participate and entertain at many community fairs, fall festivals, parties,
parades, and many other charitable and community events.
There are plenty of activities & fun for the entire family!
All American Girl is a Fun Family Friendly Natural Program!
Dedicated to Promoting Positive Pageantry,
Community Support and Everyone Leaves a Winner!
National Pageant is held in Portland, Oregon
Accomplished American Program
The Accomplished American Program is a not-for-profit program that awards people of all ages for their personal, professional and educational achievements as well as community service and volunteer work.
Those participants who choose a crown & sash package are asked to make at least 12 appearances during their year. That includes, but is not limited to, community events, speaking engagements, fundraisers, parades etc.
The Miss Swirl Pageant
The Miss Swirl Pageant is produced and directed by the Swirl Project and this year the theme is; The Crowning of an Urban Geisha. This pageant will be used to recruit and train Swirl Girlz as HIV/AIDS prevention advocates. These trained advocates will also be used to market Be Swirl and will be the official representatives of The Swirl Project at promotional events.
Application deadline is March 15th 2013, for more information got to the website msswirl.com
Regal Majesty Pageant
Regal Majesty is Semi Natural pageant, where a girl/woman can be a real girl, no cookie cutouts here! We believe that a girls must be herself and pageantry help her to that, it also helps with self esteem and confidence.
Mandatory events are Beauty on stage question , Fun fashion and introduction
We believe all girls are royalty, no one goes empty handed, winning beautiful custom tiara and trophies and gifts and so much more.
Miss Wisconsin Pageant
Miss Wisconsin is an official Miss America pageant preliminary. The winner represents Wisconsin in the Miss America pageant.
- 2013 Miss Wisconsin Scholarship Pageant
- June 16 – 22, 2013 – Alberta Kimball Auditorium – Oshkosh
- Website: http://www.misswisconsin.com/
Miss Washington Pageant
Miss Washington – Official preliminary; also Miss Washington Outstanding Teen. Appearances, contestants, past Miss Washingtons, sponsors, volunteers, news and media.
Miss Virginia
Miss Virginia
– Official preliminary.
Miss Tennessee
Miss Tennessee
– Official preliminary.
Miss Virginia
Miss Virginia
– Official preliminary.
Miss Tennessee
Miss Tennessee
– Official preliminary.
Miss South Carolina Pageant
Miss South Carolina Pageant
– Official preliminary. Includes current and past winners, photo gallery, booking information, and event schedule.
Miss South Carolina Pageant
Miss South Carolina Pageant
– Official preliminary. Includes current and past winners, photo gallery, booking information, and event schedule.
Miss Pennsylvania
Miss Pennsylvania
– Official preliminary.
Miss Oklahoma
Miss Oklahoma
– Official preliminary.
Miss Pennsylvania
Miss Pennsylvania
– Official preliminary.