Miss Universe 2024: Everything you need to know about the coronation night
It's November, which only means that the 73rd Miss Universe coronation night is around the corner!
Delegates from around the world are already arriving in the United States, gearing up for a series of preliminary activities before the grand coronation night on Nov. 17 in Mexico City.
Reigning Miss Universe Sheynis Palacios handing over the crown to the next deserving queen, with the Philippines' Chelsea Manalo among the hopefuls.
Read on to know what to expect on the big day.
Hosts
The coronation will be hosted by Mario Lopez. In addition to hosting gigs on shows like The X Factor, Mario has also showcased his dance skills on Dancing with the Stars and America's Best Dance Crew. He is also beloved for his role as A.C. Slater on Saved by the Bell.
Meanwhile, Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray is returning as one of the commentators.
During a press conference, Catriona said returning to the Miss Universe stage for the third consecutive year is a "big thing" because it gives her confidence about her hosting skills.
"That's a really big thing for me because in a way it really gives me confidence about my hosting on an international level, and I really do enjoy it. There's a certain level of spontaneity and an event such as Miss Universe. Of course, everything is happening blow by blow — you don't know who's coming in or what's going to happen next. Naturally, with different hosting countries, the first two years were in New Orleans and El Salvador, and now it's in Mexico. So every different country gives a different energy and a different audience," she said.
Performers
The night isn't complete without its guest performers. This time, Taboo, a member of the Black Eyed Peas, will be serenading the ladies on stage.
Taboo, born Jaime Luis Gomez, pursued a solo career in 2008 but it was in May 2014 that he released his solo single Zumbao.
How to watch
Those who wish to witness the grand coronation live in Mexico City may buy tickets from superboletos.com.
It will also be broadcast live on Roku and Telemundo.
The grand coronation night will also be airing and streaming on ABS-CBN platforms including A2Z Channel 11, Kapamilya Channel, Metro Channel, and iWantTFC on Nov. 17, 9 a.m.
Same-day replays will be out on the same channels by 8:30 p.m.
How to vote
To vote for the Philippines' Chelsea Manalo or your favorite candidate, simply download the app from this link.
Click "Vote Now," choose the number of votes you want to cast.
Select "Get Votes" to pay and finalize your vote.
Selection committee
This year's selection committee includes a diverse range of personalities. It includes Colombian actress, singer, and songwriter Fariana; Dr. Camila Guiribitey, renowned philanthropist, dentist, and entrepreneur; Italian entrepreneur Gianluca Vacchi; Filipino designer Michael Cinco; Telemundo's Jessica Carillo; Miss Universe 1978 from South Africa Margaret Gardiner; designer Eva Cavalli; renowned Brazilian artist Romero Britto; digital entertainment star Lele Pons; and Latin artist Emilio Estefan.
Meanwhile, Ana Barbara Coimbra, Fahsai Paweensuda Drouin, Janick Maceta del Castillo, Dr. Juan Manual Chaparro, Karla Guilfu Acevedo, R'Bonney Nola Gabriel, and Sophiya Bhujel are part of the selection committee who will be choosing its Silver finalists and Gold winners of Voice for Change 2024.
New format
The 2024 pageant will see delegates from 130 countries and territories vying for the crown.
From the 130, the first cut will see 30 semifinalists advancing to the next round of the competition, which will be the swimsuit portion. Part of the 30 semifinalists are the four continental queens and one fan vote winner.
Afterward, seven more candidates will be eliminated as only 12 will continue for the evening gown runway.
The final five will then be selected to compete in the question-and-answer round. The winner will be decided after the Q&A, with the four runners-up named.
