MIAMI – October 28, 2024 – Telemundo is proud to announce that Jessica Carrillo will join the Selection Committee for the 73rd edition of Miss Universe®, which will air live coast-to-coast on the Spanish-language network on Saturday, November 16 from the Mexico City Arena. With her extensive career in journalism and entertainment, the Al Rojo Vivo cohost will bring her unique perspective and expertise to this highly anticipated international pageant, which unites women from around the globe as they compete for the title and showcase their social missions to the world.
“I am honored and excited to be part of such a legendary and empowering event,” said Carrillo. “Miss Universe® celebrates diversity, strength, and the achievements of women around the world, and I look forward to contributing to this incredible experience.”
Known for her work as cohost of Telemundo’s Al Rojo Vivo, Carrillo recently served as cohost of the network’s Paris 2024 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. She has also hosted important network productions such as the red carpets for the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Latin American Music Awards, Rio 2016 Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup in Russia and Qatar, and other Miss Universe® editions, among others.
Miss Universe® will air live on Telemundo in the United States and broadcast simultaneously on Telemundo Internacional and USA Network cable channels for viewers across Spanish-speaking Latin America. Fans can stay up to date on all things related to the international event by following @Telemundo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, using hashtags #Miss Universe and#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
