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 | | Subject: Jakarta, Indonesia to host Miss Universe 2012? Mon Jan 16, 2012 3:28 pm | |
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NEW YORK, NY (January 12, 2012) -- Donald J. Trump, NBC Universal and Miss Universe Organization President, Paula M. Shugart, announced today the 61st Annual MISS UNIVERSE® Competition will air live from the Balai Sidang Jakarta Convention Center in Jakarta, lndonesia on August 27, 2012. The glamorous live event, featuring the most beautiful women in the universe, will air on NBC in the United States, with a Spanish simulcast on Telemundo.
“We are thrilled that the city of Jakarta has been selected to host Miss Universe in August," said Paula Shugart, President, MUO. "The partnership between NBC, The Miss Universe Organization and Garuda Indonesia will ensure a top quality event seen by billions around the world".
Contestants from more than 90 countries around the world will travel to Indonesia for almost a month of activities leading up to the live telecast. They will be judged in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview, as they vie for the coveted title of Miss Universe 2012. This is first time in history the Miss Universe contest will be held in Indonesia.
Angolan Leila Lopes, Miss Universe 2011, will crown her successor at the conclusion of the telecast. During her reign, Lopes has traveled the world as an advocate for HIV/AIDS education, research, and legislation. The next Miss Universe will continue this work.
ABOUT MISS UNIVERSE:
The MISS UNIVERSE® pageant is a Donald J. Trump and NBC Universal joint venture. Utilizing its international grass roots infrastructure, the Miss Universe Organization is committed to increasing HIV/AIDS awareness by focusing on women's health and reproductive issues by forging relationships with organizations committed to research and education, such as Aid for AIDS, the Latino Commission on AIDS, God's Love We Deliver, PSI/YouthAIDS, The Global Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases, Gay Men’s Health Crisis and the Same Sky Trade Initiative. | |
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| | Subject: Re: Jakarta, Indonesia to host Miss Universe 2012? Mon Jan 16, 2012 3:37 pm | |
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