Miss Universe Malaysia
Miss Universe Malaysia is a national beauty pageant that selects Malaysia's representative to the annual Miss Universe contest. On occasion, when the winner does not qualify (due to age) for either contest, a runner-up is sent.
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| Motto | Beauty Beyond You |
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| Formation | 1963[1] |
| Type | Beauty pageant |
| Headquarters | Kuala Lumpur |
| Location | |
Membership | Miss Universe |
Official language | Bahasa Melayu English |
National Director | Elaine Daly[2] |
Parent organization | Miss Universe Malaysia Organization (MUMO) |
| Website | www |
Formerly called | Miss Malaysia Universe |
The current Miss Universe Malaysia is Shweta Sekhon[3] of Kuala Lumpur, who was crowned on March 7, 2019.[4]
Participant
The Miss Universe Malaysia grand final night is attended by participants from the thirteen states and three federal territories (Kuala Lumpur is usually represented by more than one participant), for a total of 21 participants. From the year 1964 until 1980 all participants are the winners and runner-ups of the Miss Universe Malaysia Regional election in their respective states. The state pageants were discontinued since 1980s until now.
Requirements
Requirements for participants of the Miss Universe Malaysia election:
- Malaysian citizen, ages 18–25, non-Muslim and not married with a minimum height of 165 cm (65 in).
- Regional participants must reside or come from the region they represent.
- Possess general knowledge and broad insight about Malaysian tourism and culture.
- Attractive looks, smart, and personable.
- Can communicate well in English, Bahasa Melayu, Mandarin or Tamil.
- Preferably special expertise or achievements in various fields (music, dance, singing, leadership, language, etc.)
Recent titleholders
- : Declared as Winner
- : Ended as runner-up or top 5/6 qualification
- : Ended as one of the finalists or semifinalists
- : Ended as special awards winner or finalists
| Year | Miss Universe Malaysia | State | Venue | Placement at Miss Universe | Special Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | TBA | TBA | Tasik Perdana, Kuala Lumpur | TBA | TBA |
| 2019 | Shweta Sekhon[4] | Kuala Lumpur | Tasik Perdana, Kuala Lumpur | Unplaced | Top 4 Best National Costume |
| 2018 | Jane Teoh[5] | Penang | Tasik Perdana, Kuala Lumpur | Unplaced | |
| 2017 | Samantha James[6] | Kuala Lumpur | Tasik Perdana, Kuala Lumpur | Unplaced | |
| 2016 | Kiran Jassal[7] | Selangor | Seri Kembangan, Selangor | Unplaced | Top 10 Best National Costume |
| 2015 | Vanessa Tevi Kumares[8] | Negeri Sembilan | Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur | Unplaced | |
Gallery of winners
Trivia
Miss Universe 1959, Akiko Kojima
Arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Dec 15, 1959 in a series of personal appearances. She waved cheerfully to the crowd waited for her at Subang Airport. Her visit was sponsored by mr K. C. Lee of Max Factor Cosmetic and Mr. Gan Yit Loong of Hong Bee Textile (Malaya) which was the main sponsor for Miss Japan contest and also Shaw Brothers. Her KL visit marked the first time Miss Universe winner ever set foot on Malayan soil.[9]
Miss Universe 1988, Porntip Nakhirunkanok
Attend the Miss Malaysia Universe 1989 contest to witness the winner of the pageant in Kuala Lumpur.[10] She was in Malaysia to grace the pageant and left for home after three-day visit.
Miss Universe 1991, Lupita Jones
Attend the Miss Malaysia Universe 1992 contest to witness the winner of the pageant in Kuala Lumpur.[11]
Miss Universe 1995, Chelsi Smith
Attend the final of Miss Malaysia Universe 1996 contest to witness the winner of the pageant.[12]
Miss Universe 2000, Lara Dutta
Visited Malaysia to attend the final contest of Miss Malaysia Universe 2000 in Kuala Lumpur.[13]
Miss Universe 2005, Natalie Glebova
Arrived in Kuala Lumpur on March 29, 2005 to be one of the judges for the Miss Malaysia Universe 2005 pageant.[14]
Miss Universe 2017, Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters
Came to Kuala Lumpur for the launch of the MUCA brand facial skin care product which is also one of the sponsor in the Miss Universe 2018 in Bangkok, Thailand.[15] Former Miss Universe Malaysia 2011, Deborah Henry and national director of Miss Universe Malaysia, Elaine Daly were there to accompany Demi-Leigh.
References
- "About Us". Miss Universe Malaysia. Retrieved 2 June 2020.
- Syafik Shukri Jalil (2 December 2018). "Elaine Daly yakin Jane Teoh berpeluang bawa pulang gelaran Miss Universe" (in Malay). Astro Awani. Retrieved 17 December 2018.
- "Miss Universe Malaysia Shweta Sekhon 'totally fine' with not winning Best National Costume | The Star". www.thestar.com.my. Retrieved 2020-08-10.
- Eric Quah (8 March 2019). "Ms Universe Malaysia crowns new queen". The Star. Retrieved 8 March 2019.
- "Student Jane Teoh crowned Miss Universe Malaysia 2018 | The Star". www.thestar.com.my. Retrieved 2020-08-10.
- Kathleen Michael (27 February 2017). "Samantha wins on second try". The Star. Retrieved 8 February 2019.
- "Kiran named Miss Universe Malaysia 2016 | The Star". www.thestar.com.my. Retrieved 2020-08-10.
- "Splore.my Lets You Network With Malaysian Business & Technology Entrepreneurs". Vulcan Post (Malaysia). 2015-04-20. Retrieved 2020-08-10.
- Ismail, Yus. "MALAYAN BEAUTY PAGEANT NEWS HEADLINES 1959. | | Malaysia Pageant News". Retrieved 2020-07-04.
- Ismail, Yus. "MISS MALAYSIA UNIVERSE 1989. PART 2. THE OUTGOING AND THE VISITING QUEENS. | | Malaysia Pageant News". Retrieved 2020-07-19.
- Ismail, Yus. "MISS MALAYSIA UNIVERSE 1992 CONTESTANTS. SWIMWEAR PHOTOS. OLD NEWSPAPAER CUTTINGS. | | Malaysia Pageant News". Retrieved 2020-07-19.
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- "Miss Universe 2005 here to judge pageant". www.asiaone.com. Retrieved 2020-07-20.
- Chalil, Melanie. "What binds South Africa and Malaysia? Curry, says Miss Universe 2017 Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters | Malay Mail". www.malaymail.com. Retrieved 2020-08-10.
