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Singapore Miss Universe (MUS) Finalists 2024
In 2023, MUS was open to single women aged between 18 and 28 who had never married. But for the first time in 70 years, now welcomes Singapore citizens of all ages, including married, divorced, and parents.
But contestants have to be at least 18 years old, based in Singapore and have been residing here for at least six months prior to Sept 1, 2024. The requirements are set by the Miss Universe Organisation, which officially removed the upper age limit from 2024. Ms Daly says, 65 women applied in 2024, which was more than previous years. There was even a “very brave 65-year-old, who unfortunately was not that confident in the end”.
When will the MUS 2024 Finals held in Singapore?
- Sept 22, 2024
Where did the Miss Universe Singapore (MUS) 2024 Final organize?
- Luxury party destination Amber Lounge at The Clifford Pier
What is the Prize for the Contestants?
- $10,000 and the winner will represent Singapore on the international stage at Miss Universe 2024, which will be held in Mexico in September.
NOTE: Public voting details and ticket availability will be announced on Sept 11 on the MUS Instagram page and website.
Adelene Stanley
Ms Stanley, 29 first Finalist in MUS 2024 who is a divorcee and a mother. Being a dancer, she runs arts and entertainment event company The Dance Circus, wants to show her two-year-old daughter Robin.
Stanley says “I went through a dark time in 2023 when my marriage ended because of my ex-husband’s infidelity”. She never thought to take part in a pageant till now. She motivated herself, when she came across the MUS audition advertisement in July. The pageant helped her to reclaim body confidence after childbirth, adds the Chinese-Indian, who is also an adjunct dance lecturer at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts.
Ms Stanley, hopes that able to represent mothers and other women who are going through divorce.
Seraphina Yong
Ms Seraphina Yong, the oldest contestant at 34 the former flight attendant lives by her motto that “you are the youngest you are today”. She have more life experience gives her an edge over her younger competitors
Ms Yong said that “I’m very glad that MUS is more inclusive this year, otherwise I would not have been able to take part because of my age”. She overcame depression after a series of cyberbullying experiences a few years ago, which stemmed from a difficult relationship with her former boyfriend.
Ms Yong had psychology degree from Murdoch University and hopes to use the MUS platform to share the importance of prioritising mental health. Undergone Therapy sessions which gives mental health and wellness for her.
Qatrisha Zairyah
Ms Qatrisha Zairyah, 33, a married credits her confidence and poise to having taken part in other pageants for transgender women. The 1.8m-tall stunner even clinched the first runner-up spot at the biggest and most prominent one – Miss International Queen 2023 held in Pattaya, Thailand.
She said, “It’s about time I can represent my community on the MUS stage. Its a good opportunity to share about my life, my struggles, failures, fears, fighting discrimination, and how I’m achieving my dreams to become a successful trans woman.” Miss Spain Angela Ponce, became the first trans Miss Universe contestant in 2018 was the role model of her and inspiration, paved way for more trans women to have the courage to participate in the competition.”
The fashion adviser, who underwent gender reassignment surgery in 2017, prepared for criticism as she knows not everyone “can accept people like us”. But the beauty queen is pressing on, with support from her Singaporean husband of seven years. The couple got married in Singapore.
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