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Pregnant Miss Universe Canada Stuns World
2 Aug
Summary
- VandenBerg competed in Miss Universe 2025 four months pregnant.
- She kept her pregnancy private to focus on advocacy work.
- VandenBerg welcomed a daughter and retired from pageantry.
Jaime VandenBerg, formerly Miss Universe Canada, revealed she competed in the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in November while four months pregnant. She chose to keep her pregnancy private from family, organizers, and contestants, prioritizing her advocacy against gender-based violence.
Although the Miss Universe Organization changed its rules in 2023 to allow mothers and married women, VandenBerg wanted to be judged on her merits. She feared her pregnancy would overshadow her philanthropic efforts and resilience. Her partner, Aaron Hernandez, encouraged her to continue, with her physician confirming it was safe.
VandenBerg strategically managed her wardrobe during the month-long competition, opting for looser outfits later on. She embraced her changing body, focusing on health and confidence, rather than conventional leanness. This experience marked a significant personal evolution for her.
She and Hernandez welcomed their daughter, Charlotte Nicole Hernandez-VandenBerg, on May 14, 2026. Having achieved numerous national titles, VandenBerg has now retired from pageantry to focus on motherhood, viewing it as her greatest blessing and the ultimate success.
