Saudi Arabia is poised to make its debut in the prestigious Miss Universe beauty pageant this year. Representing the nation on the global stage is Rumy Alqahtani, a Riyadh-based model. With a million followers on Instagram, Alqahtani announced her participation by sharing a photo of herself in a silver sequin gown adorned with the “Miss Universe Saudi Arabia” sash and the Saudi flag. In her caption, she expressed her honor of being part of Miss Universe 2024, highlighting that this marks Saudi Arabia’s inaugural participation in the competition.
Who is Rumy Alqahtani?
Rumy Alqahtani, a runway model and social media influencer who hails from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, holds a bachelor’s degree in dentistry and is fluent in Arabic, French, and English. She has made a mark in the beauty pageant industry by participating in various global competitions, including the Miss and Mrs. Global Asian competition in Malaysia, Miss Arab Peace, and Miss Europe. Her accolades include winning prestigious titles such as Miss Saudi Arabia, Miss Middle East, Miss Arab World Peace, and Miss Woman (Saudi Arabia), as reported by Emirates Woman.
Alqahtani’s passion for travel is evident in her social media posts, showcasing her visits to countries like the UAE, Egypt, and Italy. In February 2024, she was appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to advocate against violence towards women and girls. Additionally, she was invited as a keynote speaker to the 7th World Summit on Human Rights 2024 in Geneva. The 73rd edition of the Miss Universe 2024 pageant is set to take place in Mexico on September 18, where Sheynnis Palacios, the reigning Miss Universe from Nicaragua, will pass on her crown to her successor.