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Miss Universe 2023: Photos of the swimsuit competition

See the runner-ups from the first selection showcase their figures, beauty and also their confidence


NOVEMBER 20, 2023 5:16 PM EST

On a night filled with excitement and surprises, the first selection of favorites for Miss Universe 2023 paraded in swimsuits, one of the most famous segments of the competition. The contestants not only exuded beauty and elegance on the runway but also displayed a lot of confidence and attitude.

Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios© GettyImages

Miss Nicaragua, Sheynnis Palacios

Miss Nicaragua emerged as an early frontrunner in the competition, and when she took the stage for the swimsuit competition, she undeniably captivated the audience and stole the spotlight.

Miss Thailand Anntonia Porsild© GettyImages

Miss Tailandia, Anntonia Porsild

Anntonia stood out in the competition not only for her beauty but also for her radiant smile. It’s no wonder she was always a favorite and became a finalist.

Miss Colombia Maria Avella© GettyImages

Miss Colombia, María Avella

María Avella looked stunning in an electric blue one-piece swimsuit.

Miss Australia Moraya Wilson© GettyImages

Miss Australia, Moraya Wilson

This Australian beauty impressed everyone with her personality. She also looked beautiful in a pink bikini.

Miss Nepal Jane Dipika Garrett© GettyImages

Miss Nepal, Jane Dipika Garrett

Miss Nepal shattered conventional norms in this edition of the competition, captivating everyone with her unparalleled confidence and charisma.

Miss Filipinas Michelle Marquez© GettyImages

Miss Filipinas, Michelle Marquez

Michelle exuded confidence in her swimsuit runway.

Miss Pakistan Erica Robin© GettyImages

Miss Pakistan, Erica Robin

This beauty queen chose to wear a tunic instead of a swimsuit, demonstrating respect for her culture.

Miss Chile Celeste Viel Caballero© GettyImages

Miss Chile, Celeste Viel Caballero

Miss Chile stunned with her beauty in a red swimsuit.

Miss India Shweta Sharda© GettyImages

Miss India, Shweta Sharda

Miss India looked beautiful in the swimsuit competition with a one-piece swimsuit.

Miss Namibia Jameela Uiras Smith© GettyImages

Miss Namibia, Jameela Uiras Smith

Miss Namibia showcased her amazing figure in a metallic swimsuit.

Miss United States Noelia Voigt© GettyImages

Miss USA, Noelia Voigt

Noelia looked absolutely gorgeous in a blue one-piece swimsuit.

Miss Portugal Marina Machete© GettyImages

Miss Portugal, Marina Machete

Marina made an impact with her confidence and elegance.

Miss Cameroon Issie Marie Princesse© GettyImages

Miss Camerún, Issie Marie Princesse

Miss Peru Camila Escribens© GettyImages

Miss Perú, Camila Escribens

Camila looked stunning in a pink bikini that accentuated her slender figure.

Miss Australia Moraya Wilson© GettyImages

Miss Venezuela, Diana Silva

Diana elegantly upheld the legacy of beauty queens in her country with grace.

Miss Spain Athenea Paulinha© GettyImages

Miss Spain, Athenea Paulinha

Athenea made her mark in the runway in a bikini that showed off her fit figure.

Miss Jamaica Jordanne Lauren Levy© GettyImages

Miss Jamaica, Jordanne Lauren Levy

Miss Puerto Rico Karla Guilfu© GettyImages

Miss Puerto Rico, Karla Guilfú

With her beauty, intelligence, and preparation, Karla shined in the competition, looking spectacular.