Saudi Arabia makes its debut at Miss Universe 2024 with Rumy Alqahtani, a 27-year-old beauty pageant veteran and content creator from Riyadh. This marks a significant milestone for the conservative kingdom on the global stage.
Alqahtani, a dentistry graduate proficient in multiple languages, including English, French, and Arabic, embodies Saudi Arabia’s evolving face. Her numerous titles, including Miss Saudi Arabia and Miss Middle East (Saudi Arabia), highlight her determination to represent her country internationally.
Following Lujane Yacoub’s footsteps from Bahrain, Alqahtani underscores the growing presence of Arab women in global beauty contests. Iran’s debut at the upcoming competition further reflects the region’s embrace of diversity.
The Miss Universe pageant, evolving to reflect inclusivity, featured transgender contestants and the first plus-size semi-finalist in 2023. Nicaragua’s Sheynnis Palacios made history by winning the title.
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