Logina Salah is Breaking Barriers: Egyptian Women Shine in Miss Universe Pageant History

In a celebratory moment for Egyptian representation on the global stage, 34-year-old model, makeup artist, and TV presenter Logina Salah made history at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant held in Mexico City.  For the first time in the event’s 73-year history, an Egyptian contestant secured a place in the top 30.  A Historic Night The glitzy finale took place on  Sunday 17 November, culminating with Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, beingcrowned as the winner – a first for Denmark.  Egypt’s Salah competed against over 120 contestants.  The event featured performances by singer Robin Thicke and was hosted by Mario Lopez and former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo.  Reflecting on her achievement reaching the top 30, Salah expressed to Arab News her gratitude for the recent changes in the pageant’s rules, which now allow for greater inclusivity. “I feel like the world is getting closer to including everybody.”  This shift enabled her to pursue a long-held dream of participating in a pageant – a dream she had once set aside for her daughter. A Journey of Resilience Logina Salah’s story goes beyond beauty; it is a message of resilience. Living with vitiligo…

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