Model Ashley Graham announced as backstage host for Miss Universe 2016

Mabuhay, Ashley!

Model Ashley Graham was confirmed as the backstage host for the Miss Universe 2016 coronation night on Thursday. 

Graham will be joining returning host Steve Harvey, giving a peek at the goings-on behind the scenes.

We’re excited to announce @TheAshleyGraham as our Backstage Host at the #MissUniverse Competition! Watch live, Jan. 29 at 7/6c on @FOXTV. pic.twitter.com/yoibLFhPGc

— Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach (@MissUniverse) December 14, 2016

Excited to join @IAmSteveHarvey at #MissUniverse as Backstage Host. Tune in to @FoxTV 1/29 to watch!

— Ashley Graham (@theashleygraham) December 14, 2016

Graham is a vocal advocate of body-positivity and promotes "beauty beyond size." She appeared on the 2016 cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, a coveted spot for models.

Graham's proportions were recently featured by Mattel. The company created the first Barbie without a thigh gap, which Graham specifically requested. — RSJ, GMA News