ONE of Malaysia’s most prestigious international beauty pageants, unveiled its 2024 event lineup at a grand press conference held at the Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Jalil.
With participants from 34 nations, Miss CosmoWorld 2024 is raising the bar in promoting beauty, talent, and cultural diversity on a truly global scale.
This year, the pageant also offers a remarkable prize pool totalling approximately RM1 million, adding to the excitement for contestants and fans alike.
YM Tengku Datuk Dr Hishammuddin Zaizi Bin YAM Tengku Bendahara Azman Shah Alhaj, who is the Guest of Honour, supports the pageant’s mission to empower women globally through beauty, talent, and philanthropy.
Founded by Carrie Lee, a renowned Malaysian beauty queen, and led by organising chairwoman Tay Cheah, Miss CosmoWorld has quickly become a beacon of international unity and empowerment.
An impressive lineup of contestants was seen at the ballroom in Hyatt Place, Bukit Jalil, where each showcased her home country’s cultural heritage in costume with a story and aspiration to the stage.
The contestant from Indonesia, Wina Maing, wore a golden Komodo national costume from East Nusa Tenggara Province, which consists of hundreds of islands, famed for the Komodo dragons.
Another eye-catching contestant is from the Philippines. Samantha Viktoria Acosta wore Singkil, showcasing the Maranao people’s rich heritage. The headdress and fans embody Maranao dignity and royal heritage.
The pageant week promises excitement, culminating in the Grand Finals at the St. Regis Hotel Kuala Lumpur today (Wednesday) November 20, 2024.
The contestants are all set to vie for the prestigious Miss CosmoWorld title and the chance to share the approximately prize pool, alongside opportunities to engage in charitable causes and personal growth initiatives.
Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Jalil, this year’s hotel sponsor, provides the perfect setting for the launch event, combining elegance and style in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
Speaking at the press conference, Carrie remarked, “Miss CosmoWorld is more than just a pageant. It is a platform for women around the world to share their stories, showcase their talents, and work toward common goals of empowerment, charity, and cultural connection.”
Tay Cheah, organising chairlady, added, “We are thrilled to bring this international event to Malaysia. With the generous support from partners like Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur, and with the approximately RM1 million prize, our contestants are set for an unforgettable journey.”
About Miss CosmoWorld
Miss CosmoWorld is an international beauty pageant based in Kuala Lumpur, featuring participants from over 30 countries.
Its goal is to identify contemporary ladies who are independent, passionate about life, and demonstrate strong leadership qualities.
As organisers, they are committed to cultivating poised and globally-oriented beauty queens. To realise this vision, they are proud to welcome an esteemed International Image Brand Builder and Groomer who will personally guide the contestants, imparting expertise in the art and science of image and appearance management techniques to elevate them to the status of outstanding beauty queens.
CL Skin Sdn Bhd is a premier beauty line and management company founded by Carrie Lee, the winner of Miss Chinese Cosmos 2004.
