R’Bonney Gabriel, a fashion designer, model and sewing instructor from Texas, has been crowned Miss Universe.
The 28-year-old, a first Filipino American to win Miss USA, was crowned at the 71st Miss Universe Competition, held in New Orleans.
Miss Venezuela, Amanda Dudamel finished as first runner-up.
The second runner-up was Miss Dominican Republic, Andreina Martinez.
Miss Curacao, Gabriela Dos Santos, and Miss Puerto Rico, Ashley Carino, rounded out the top five finalists.
Last year’s winner was Harnaaz Sandhu of India.
