Will Ariella Arida be the third Miss Philippines to win Miss Universe?

November 10, 2013

Will Ariella Arida be the third Miss Philippines to win Miss Universe?

The 62nd Miss Universe pageant day’s countdown is almost over. Eighty-six gorgeous ladies to compete for the Miss Universe 2013 crown.

The whole world with excitement waits with this much awaited Miss Universe 2013 coronation night to be held Saturday night at Moscow's Crocus City Hall.

Stunning contestants from 86 countries will compete in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and personal interview round and battle it out to win the coveted crown.

And at the end of a two-hour programme, the reigning Miss Universe, Olivia Culpo of USA will crown her successor.

Predicted to win Miss Universe 2013, Miss Philippines Ariella Arida, included in the

Top 16 Finalists:

Costa Rica
Ukraine
China
Ecuador
Great Britain
Indonesia
Venezuela
Dominican Republic
Puerto Rico
Spain
USA
Nicaragua
Switzerland
India
Brazil
Philippines

Miss Universe 2013 Finale Highlights

The pageant's official swimwear partner, Italian swimwear and lingerie maker YAMAMAY, is also all set to surprise the world during the finale. They will unveil a spectacular emerald, ruby and diamond swimsuit valued at one million dollars.

The newly crowned Miss Universe 2013 will wear this unique swimsuit, which has travelled from Milan, Italy, to Moscow (with armed guards) just in time for the event, a day after the coronation.

Miss Universe 2013: Hosts

SNBC Live's host Thomas Roberts and America's Got Talent's judge, Melanie Brown or Mel B of the Spice Girls, will host the gala which will be telecast live from Moscow at 9 pm ET (2 am GMT).

Judges

The judges for the spectacular finale are acclaimed Chef Nobu; gold medalist skater Tara Lipinski; television personality Carol Alt; supermodel turned actress and author, Anne V; one of the pageant's sponsorers, Farouk Shami; Italo Fontana, pioneering designer of U-BOAT Watches; the iconic russian pop-star, Philip Kirkorov and last but not the least, Steven Tyler, Aerosmith's front man and lead singer.

Performances

The finals of Miss Universe 2013 will witness an exclusive musical performance by Grammy-nominated band Panic! At The Disco and international recording artist EMIN. Steven Tyler will also take the stage for a special performance, in addition to his judging duties.

Have a look at the official teaser of the event (Video Courtesy: Youtube/OfficialMissUniverse)