Victoria Kjær Theilvig Crowned First Danish Miss Universe

Victoria Kjær Theilvig, a 21-year-old animal rights advocate from Denmark, has been crowned Miss Universe 2024 in a captivating ceremony in Mexico City, marking a historic victory as the first contestant from Denmark to win the title. Competing against more than 120 participants, Theilvig expressed her desire for change and inspiration during the finale. This year's pageant also featured significant milestones, including contestants representing countries for the first time and the removal of age restrictions, which allowed more diverse participants, making this an event reflective of modern values in pageantry.