Miss Universe Malaysia to skip this year's Miss Universe pageant
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Organizers cites the worsening COVID-19 situation in Malaysia as the reason.
Miss Universe Malaysia has opted to skip the 70th edition of the Miss Universe pageant happening in December in Eilat, Israel.
In a statement, pageant organizers cited the worsening COVID-19 situation in their country as the reason why there will be no Miss Universe Malaysia pageant for this year.
“We have therefore declined the invitation to this year's pageant and regretfully would not be able to hold a local this year,” said the statement issued by the Miss Universe Malaysia Organization Management and Team.
“We wish all delegates the best of luck at the international competition and look forward to participating again in the near future.”
Photo by: Miss Universe Malaysia Organization
Meanwhile, the search for the Philippines' next Miss Universe representative continues to heat up following the announcement of its top 75 delegates.
Topping the Miss Universe Philippines runway challenge held recently was Steffi Rose Aberasturi from Cebu.
The pageant finale is scheduled to take place on September 15, with only selected 30 candidates competing live for the crown.
Meanwhile, relive the evening gown preliminary competition of the Miss Universe 2020 in this gallery.
