Logina Salah, representing Egypt, has made history by becoming the first Egyptian woman to reach the top 30 of the Miss Universe pageant. This milestone achievement was secured at the 73rd edition of the pageant, held in Mexico City.
The crown was ultimately awarded to Victoria Kjaer Theilvig from Denmark, while Miss Nigeria and Miss Mexico claimed the first and second runner-up positions, respectively.
Salah’s participation was particularly significant due to the recent changes in Miss Universe rules, allowing married women and mothers to compete. She has been a vocal advocate for body positivity and self-acceptance, particularly in light of her condition, vitiligo.
This year’s pageant, hosted by Mario Lopez and Olivia Culpo, featured performances by Robin Thicke and contestants from various countries, including the UAE, Bahrain, Lebanon, and Iran.
The Legacy of Egyptian Contestants
Logina’s achievement is part of a broader narrative of Egyptian women participating in the Miss Universe pageant.
In 2019, Diana Hamed represented Egypt and was crowned Miss Egypt Universe before competing in the international event. Though she did not win, Hamed described her experience as invaluable, filled with personal growth and camaraderie with contestants from around the world.
Logina Salah: A Trailblazing Mother and Beauty Icon
Salah’s historic achievement is a beacon of hope for future Egyptian representation in international beauty pageants. By pursuing her dreams alongside her daughter, she embodies resilience, determination, and the power of motherhood. As she shared on Instagram, “Being your mom will always be my greatest achievement, before any title or anything I have in my life.”
