Student studying Criminology in from Cork crowned Miss Universe Ireland

27 finalists from all over Ireland competed for the coveted Miss Universe Ireland crown at a spectacular ceremony with a special guest performance from Irish chart-topping Boyband ‘Next in Line’ Current title holder Aisha Akorede crowned Sofia who will go on to represent Ireland at the 73rd Miss Universe final in Mexico City this November 16th following in footsteps of previous winners Roz Purcell, Joanna Cooper and current title holder Aishah Akorede. Proud sponsors of Miss Universe Ireland 2024 included Professional Beauty, Iconic Bronze, Blingalicious,. Sweet King, Millennial Hair, Flowers.ie, Choicely and The Fairways Hotel.

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The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) is a global, inclusive organization that celebrates all cultures, backgrounds and religions creating a safe space for women to share their stories and drive impact personally, professionally, and philanthropically. For the first time ever, finalists can be married or divorced, they can be mothers or trans women and there is NO upper age limit of height requirements. Contestants from over 90 countries compete each year for the title of Miss Universe. The women who participate in this international platform serve as inspirational leaders and role models to their communities and fans around the world. The Miss Universe Organization exists to advocate for a future forged by women - women with the courage to push the limits of what’s possible, who are curious enough to make world-shaking discoveries, and audacious enough to do this over and over.

The 73rd Miss Universe Competition takes place in Mexico this November 16th 2024. The highly-anticipated event will feature 90 women from around the globe vying for the job of Miss Universe, selected via events including personal statements, in-depth interviews, evening gown, and swimwear. The evening will culminate with the 72nd Miss Universe, Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua crowning her successor at the end of the event.