The grandest beauty pageant in the Middle East wrapped up in style this August, cementing its status as a leading showcase of the region’s beauty, talent, and cultural diversity.
The Miss & Mrs. Middle East 2024 took place at the opulent Rixos Bab Al Bahr in Ras Al Khaimah, making waves in the region’s pageantry scene. With contestants from across the Middle East vying for prestigious titles, this inaugural event was a vibrant celebration of womanhood.
The event featured a distinguished judging panel, including global beauty queen Drita Ziri, the winner of Miss Earth 2023, Cosmo ME Deputy Editor Sara-Aisha Kent, among other notable celebrities and influential figures.
A highlight of this first-of-its-kind pageant was the historic participation of two local Emirati women, making UAE beauty pageant history. Noura Aljasmi, one of these pioneers, captured the Miss Earth title and will proudly carry the Middle East’s banner to the global stage. She’ll be joined by the equally fabulous Elena Egorova, both set to showcase the region’s elegance and power to the world.
In the Mrs. categories, the competition was fierce and fabulous, with Kateryna Yakunchenkova, Iryna Kinakh, and Nasrin Sultana Queen triumphing with grace and grit. Each winner radiated empowerment, resilience, and poise. Over in the Supermodel category, the poised and stunning Julia Amerkhanova clinched the crown, confirming her spot as a fashion-world rising star.
Miss & Mrs. Middle East 2024 set a high bar for beauty pageants in the region, celebrating not just glamour, but also a commitment to environmental stewardship and social responsibility. Spearheaded by DLK Groups with beauty queens and entrepreneurs Diana Gerrard and Liliya Kirillova at the helm, the Miss & Mrs. Middle East 2024 pageant was brought to life, with their vision and leadership playing a key role in its success. This event emphasized the importance of giving women a platform to express themselves, advocate for causes, and inspire others.
As these remarkable winners prepare to take the world by storm, they do so with the full backing and pride of the Middle East behind them. The future looks radiant for these queens, and we can’t wait to see where they go next.
Who is Noura Aljasmi, the Emirati crowned Miss Earth UAE? Read all about her here.