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Garance Authié Crowned Miss Universe France Amidst Controversy
20 Oct
Summary
- Garance Authié, a 22-year-old model, was crowned Miss Universe France.
- A new committee formed to select the representative after prior controversies.
- France's participation in Miss Universe was initially uncertain for 2026.
Puerto Rico is preparing to host the 75th Miss Universe pageant, expecting over 80 country representatives. Amidst this, France has selected its queen, 22-year-old Paris-born model Garance Authié. Authié, who also holds degrees in Management and Finance, is noted for her passion for women's empowerment and her early start in modeling at age nine.
Authié's crowning followed a period of uncertainty. The Miss France organization had previously declared it would not participate in the 2026 Miss Universe pageant due to prior controversies. This decision created concern for the international competition's landmark diamond edition. In response, the Miss Universe Organization established a new committee, Miss Universe France, to select a representative.
This new committee ultimately chose Garance Authié, reinstating France's presence in the pageant. Her selection, though achieved on a tight schedule, has brought relief to French fans and the international audience, ensuring representation at the prestigious event.
