Miss Universe 2023 Swimsuit Competition Photos: See The Finalists In Their Swimwear

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Paige Kindlick, James Vituscka

January 15, 2023 11:56AM EST

Here they are! Meet the women competing in the Miss Universe 2023 pageant as they model their swimwear on the runway in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss Universe 2023 Swimsuit Competition Photos: See Them All Here

Miss Universe 2023 Swimsuit Competition Photos: See Them All Here — The 2023 Miss Universe competition is here! The swimsuit competition is always a highly-anticipated portion of the annual show and it definitely did not disappoint. This year, each woman wore capes that included a symbolic message representing their country.

The 71st Miss Universe competition included 84 of the world’s most beautiful and talented women. The show took place in New Orleans, Louisiana, on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, and streamed live on The Roku Channel. The hosts of the 2023 Miss Universe competition, former Miss Universe, Olivia Culpo, and Emmy Award-winning producer and TV host, Jeannie Mai Jenkins, gave commentary that was on-point!

There were dozens of women vying for the coveted spot, but there could only be one winner to take home the crown, which was handed down by last year’s Miss Universe, Harnaaz Sandhu. In this photo, Miss Universe USA, R’Bonney Gabriel, who won the 2023 Miss Universe competition, wowed the crowd wearing a Jacqueline Aguilera swimsuit during the preliminary competition on Jan. 11, 2023. Scroll down to see the swimsuits worn by all of the top 16 finalists! (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Amanda Dudamel, Miss Universe Venezuela 2022

Amanda Dudamel, Miss Universe Venezuela 2022 — Amanda Dudamel, Miss Universe Venezuela 2022, wore a cape that was designed by children and the message of the cape was powerful — stop child abuse! (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Ashley Cariño, Miss Universe Puerto Rico 2022

Ashley Cariño, Miss Universe Puerto Rico 2022 — Ashley Cariño, Miss Universe Puerto Rico 2022, was all smiles when she walked the stage during the preliminary competition, which was held on Jan. 11, 2023. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Mideline Phelizor, Miss Universe Haiti 2022

Mideline Phelizor, Miss Universe Haiti 2022 — Mideline Phelizor, Miss Universe Haiti 2022, wore an orange bathing suit when she competed in the Miss Universe competition this year. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Monique Riley, Miss Universe Australia 2022

Monique Riley, Miss Universe Australia 2022 — Monique Riley, Miss Universe Australia 2022, wore a blue Jacqueline Aguilera swimwear during the 71st Miss Universe Preliminary Competition. An indigenous artist created the cape that she wore, which featured a kangaroo, which is Australia’s national animal, representing strength.(Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Telma Madeira, Miss Universe Portugal 2022

Telma Madeira, Miss Universe Portugal 2022 — Telma Madeira, Miss Universe Portugal 2022, wore a colorful cape that was painted by artists from her country with disabilities. She has a strong appreciation for how it was created. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Amelia Tu, Miss Universe Canada 2022

Amelia Tu, Miss Universe Canada 2022 — Amelia Tu, Miss Universe Canada 2022, competed on stage in Jacqueline Aguilera swimwear during the 71st Miss Universe preliminary competition at the New Orleans Ernst N. Morial Convention Center on Jan. 11th, 2023. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Payengxa Lor, Miss Universe Laos 2022

Payengxa Lor, Miss Universe Laos 2022 — Payengxa Lor, Miss Universe Laos 2022, wore a cape for this year’s competition that represented the story of her country and how it was founded. The message symbolized the unity of the people of Laos. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Andreina Martinez Founier, Miss Universe Dominican Republic 2022

Andreina Martinez Founier, Miss Universe Dominican Republic 2022 — Andreina Martinez Founier, Miss Universe Dominican Republic 2022, walked the stage at the preliminary competition on Jan. 11, 2023. Her gorgeous cape symbolized the importance of her country’s natural resources. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Ndavi Nokeri, Miss Universe South Africa 2022

Ndavi Nokeri, Miss Universe South Africa 2022 — Ndavi Nokeri, Miss Universe South Africa, looked stunning when she took the stage at the preliminary competition on Jan. 11 — just three days before the 71st Miss Universe Competition on Jan. 14 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Maria Fernanda Aristizabal, Miss Universe Colombia 2022

Maria Fernanda Aristizabal, Miss Universe Colombia 2022 — Miss Universe Colombia 2022, Maria Fernanda Aristizabal, rocked a green bikini during the preliminary competition on Jan. 11 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The stunning tanned South American looked like a neon green goddess when she strutted her stuff on stage wearing a baby blue cloak that flowed gently behind her as she grazed the runway. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Tya Jané Ramey, Miss Universe Trinidad and Tobago 2022

Tya Jané Ramey, Miss Universe Trinidad and Tobago 2022 — Tya Jané Ramey, Miss Universe Trinidad and Tobago 2022, wore a cape that highlighted the negative effects of climate change. She hoped that it will inspire people to protect the oceans of the world. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Alessia Rovegno, Miss Universe Peru 2022

Alessia Rovegno, Miss Universe Peru 2022 — Alessia Rovegno, Miss Universe Peru 2022, competed on stage in Jacqueline Aguilera swimwear during the 71st Miss Universe Competition. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Gabriëla Dos Santos, Miss Universe Curacao 2022

Gabriëla Dos Santos, Miss Universe Curacao 2022 — Gabriëla Dos Santos, Miss Universe Curacao 2022, competed on stage in Jacqueline Aguilera swimwear during the 71st Miss Universe preliminary competition on Jan. 11th, 2023. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Divita Rai, Miss Universe India 2022

Divita Rai, Miss Universe India 2022 — Divita Rai, Miss Universe India 2022, wore a cape that was designed by the LGBTQ community. She believes that equality is so important and supports the cause in her gorgeous cape. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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Alicia Faubel, Miss Universe Spain 2022

Alicia Faubel, Miss Universe Spain 2022 — Alicia Faubel, Miss Universe Spain 2022, also wore a cape that supported the LGBTQ community, specifically the transgender community. She is an advocate for the community and proudly rocked the colorful cape on the runway. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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María Fernanda Aristizabal, Miss Universe Colombia 2022

María Fernanda Aristizabal, Miss Universe Colombia 2022 — María Fernanda Aristizabal, Miss Universe Colombia 2022, wore a cape that symbolized her country’s belief that water is so important and should be considered sacred. (Photo credit: Benjamin Askinas)

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