[WATCH] Zozibini Tunzi crowned Miss Universe
In the final round of questions, Tunzi spoke about her natural beauty, saying: "I grew up in a world where a woman like me, with my kind of skin and my kind of hair, was never consider beautiful, and I think it's time that that stops today."
The reigning Miss South Africa, Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe in the early hours of Monday morning, South African time.
The new #MissUniverse2019 is... SOUTH AFRICA!!!! 🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/gRW8vcuT3A
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) December 9, 2019
#MissUniverse2019 😭🥺🤩🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/HWOA5ox55p
— The Rich Aunty 🦄 (@Karabo_Mokgoko) December 9, 2019
Our hearts are swelling with pride. You have represented South Africa with elegance, integrity and authenticity. We are so proud of you, @ZoziTunzi.
— Miss South Africa (@Official_MissSA) December 9, 2019
South Africa, meet your new Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi! #MissUniverseSouthAfrica pic.twitter.com/RK8sCw1y76
Tunzi competed along with women from 89 other countries.
The preliminary competition included the contestants’ national costume, an evening gown, and swimsuit.
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An emotional Tunzi was overwhelmed with her victory.
In the final round of questions, Tunzi spoke about her natural beauty, saying: "I grew up in a world where a woman like me, with my kind of skin and my kind of hair, was never consider beautiful, and I think it's time that that stops today."
Tunzi becomes only the third Miss SA to go on to become Miss Universe - Margaret Gardiner won the title in 1978 and Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters in 2017.