Who Is Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters? Miss Universe 2017 Is From South Africa

On Sunday, Nov. 26, Steve Harvey (correctly!) announced that Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters, from South Africa, is the Miss Universe 2017. It was a tense few hours as 92 women from across the globe competed for the grand, global title. The choice came down to three final contestants representing Jamaica, Colombia, and South Africa. After going through the geographic region finals, the contestants competed in swimsuit and evening gown demonstrations as well as a series of questions. Ultimately, Nel-Peters was the one to take it all home for South Africa.

Aside from just winning the title and glory of being Miss Universe 2017, Nel-Peters wins a yearlong salary as well as a luxury apartment in New York City. Not a bad deal, honestly. Miss Universe also gets representation from WME IMG, which is Miss Universe's parent organization and, of course, an epic modeling agency.

This year is the 66th annual Miss Universe. The competition took place at the Planet Hollywood casino and resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. The 92 contestants is the largest pool of candidates Miss Universe has ever seen, which makes Nel-Peters' victory even more impressive.

Nel-Peters is 22 years old and recently graduated with a degree in business management. In the final three round, each contestant was asked which quality they are most proud of in themselves. Miss Jamaica, Davina Bennett, said she was proud of her drive and determination, according to the New York Daily News. Laura González, who is Miss Colombia, talked about her passion and compassion. Nel-Peters, meanwhile, spoke about her confidence. It was that very confidence that propelled her to the Miss Universe 2017 crown.

More to come.

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