Introducing a New Format, the Exclusive U.S. Spanish-language Home of Miss Universe® will Present Unparalleled Coverage of the Majestic 73rd Edition of the International Pageant
MIAMI – September 4, 2024 – Telemundo, in collaboration with the Miss Universe® Organization, today announced the highly anticipated 73rd edition of the international pageant to air live coast to coast on Saturday, November 16. Taking place at the Mexico City Arena, this year’s pageant will bring together women from around the globe as they compete for the prestigious title and the chance to showcase their social missions to the world from the largest stage in the history of the competition. The reigning queen, Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua, will crown her successor at the end of the night. Miss Universe® will also broadcast simultaneously on Telemundo Internacional and USA Network cable channels for viewers across Spanish-speaking Latin America.
“Miss Universe® is incredibly significant for us as we will bring our audience the beauty and the cultural richness of the host country, which will serve as the stage for this year’s pageant,” stated Ronald Day, President of Entertainment and Chief Content Officer of Telemundo. “As the Spanish-language home in the U.S. of this international event, we will offer exclusive programming leading up to the much-anticipated ceremony, where we celebrate women who have made an impact in their communities through their stories, mission, and leadership.”
Leading up to Miss Universe®, several of the delegates of this year’s pageant will be visiting Telemundo Center in Miami, appearing on the network’s shows so millions of viewers across the nation can get to know them more intimately. Telemundo will soon announce further details about the exclusive programming leading up to the highly anticipated event. Fans can stay up to date on all things related to the international event by following @Telemundo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, using hashtag #MissUniverso.
About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 95% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 91 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, and top-rated live specials such as the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Miss Universe, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Live TV in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
About Miss Universe® Organization (MUO):
The Miss Universe® Organization (MUO) is a global, inclusive organization that celebrated all cultures, backgrounds, and religions. We create and provide a safe space for women to share their stories and drive impact personally, professionally, and philanthropically. The women who participate in this international platform serves as inspirational leaders and role models to their communities and fans around the world.
Press contact:
Gerardo Oyola
Director, Alternative Programming Publicity
gerardo.oyola@nbcuni.com
