Miss Universe 2023: USA’s R’Bonne Gabriel crowned in a glittering ceremony: See Stunning Photos

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Miss USA, R’Bonney Gabriel, a fashion designer from the Philippines, was named as the 71st Miss Universe. She is the first Filipino-American to win the prestigious title. After the music played, R-Bonney draped in the winner’s sash, was handed a bouquet and the crown. Amanda Dupazmel of Venezuela and Andreina Martinez of the Dominican Republic were the first and second runners-up. India’s Divita Rai could not make it to the top 10.

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Miss U.S.A. R’Bonney Gabriel is crowned Miss Universe by outgoing Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu of India, during the 71st Miss Universe pageant in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. January 14, 2023. (REUTERS Image)

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Miss U.S. R’Bonney Gabriel competes during the 71st Miss Universe pageant in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. January 14, 2023. (REUTERS/Image)

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Miss U.S. R’Bonney Gabriel reacts after being crowned Miss Universe during the 71st Miss Universe pageant in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. January 14, 2023.  (REUTERS Image)

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Miss USA R’Bonney Gabriel walks on stage after being crowned Miss Universe during the final round of the 71st Miss Universe pageant, in New Orleans on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023. (AP Image)

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Miss USA R’Bonney Gabriel, back to camera, is hugged by other contestants after being crowned Miss Universe at the 71st Miss Universe pageant, in New Orleans on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023. (AP Image)

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Miss India Divita Rai competes in the evening gown competition during the preliminary round of the 71st Miss Universe Beauty Pageant in New Orleans, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023. (AP Image)

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Miss India Divita Rai competes during the 71st Miss Universe pageant in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. January 14, 2023. (REUTERS Image)