10 interesting facts about Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Kjær Theilvig

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Victoria Kjær Theilvig made history on November 16, 2024, when she was crowned Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico City, becoming the first Danish woman to claim the title. The 21-year-old model and beauty queen stood out for her grace, poise, and compelling story of resilience and advocacy. As the first blonde winner in 20 years, Kjær Theilvig's victory marks a milestone, reinforcing that authenticity shines brighter than any crown. 

Before her historic win, she had competed in Miss Denmark 2021 and represented her country at Miss Grand International 2022, where she placed in the top twenty. When Denmark's original delegate stepped down this year, Kjær Theilvig seized the unexpected opportunity, embodying her philosophy of turning challenges into strengths. 

Here are ten intriguing facts about Miss Universe 2024, Victoria Kjær Theilvig, that highlight her remarkable journey and unique qualities:

Victoria Kjær Theilvig's Historic Win  © Hector Vivas

Victoria Kjær Theilvig's Historic Win

Maria Victoria Kjær Theilvig was crowned Miss Universe 2024, becoming the first Danish woman in history to win the prestigious title.

Early Life and Education  © Hector Vivas

Early Life and Education

Born November 13, 2003, in Herlev, a suburb of Copenhagen, Denmark, Kjær Theilvig studied business and marketing at Lyngby Handelsgymnasium.

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Overcoming Adversity

Kjær Theilvig grew up in a challenging environment, overcoming a dysfunctional family background and personal experiences with abuse to advocate for mental health awareness.

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Pageant Beginnings

She started her pageantry journey in Miss Denmark 2021, where she placed as the second runner-up, marking her entry into the beauty pageant world.

Miss Denmark Victoria Kjær Theilvig participates in the The 73rd Miss Universe Competition - Preliminary Competition at Arena Ciudad de Mexico on November 14, 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)© Hector Vivas

International Pageant Experience

In 2022, Kjær Theilvig represented Denmark at Miss Grand International in Indonesia, placing in the top twenty contestants.

 Unexpected Miss Universe Opportunity  © Hector Vivas

Unexpected Miss Universe Opportunity

After Miss Denmark 2024, Emma Heyst withdrew from competing at Miss Universe; Kjær Theilvig was selected to represent Denmark and seized the opportunity to make history.

Memorable Miss Universe Answers  © Hector Vivas

Memorable Miss Universe Answers

Her inspiring responses during the competition emphasized resilience and self-belief, with a strong message about transforming struggles into strengths.

Rare Achievement for Denmark  © Hector Vivas

Rare Achievement for Denmark

Kjær Theilvig is only the second Danish woman to win a title in the Big Four international beauty pageants, following Catharina Svensson's Miss Earth 2001 victory.

Miss Denmark Victoria Kjær Theilvig has won the 73rd annual Miss Universe pageant© Miss Universe

A Two-Decade Milestone for Blondes

She is the first blonde woman to win Miss Universe since Jennifer Hawkins of Australia in 2004, breaking a 20-year streak.

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