5 most promising candidates for Miss Universe Vietnam 2023
Duc Thang•September 29, 2023 06:52
The Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 final will take place on the evening of September 29th in Ho Chi Minh City. The top contenders for the crown are gradually emerging.
Nguyen Thi Huong Ly (Contestant No. 192) is a leading contender for the Miss Universe Vietnam title. Competing in her 4th Miss Universe Vietnam pageant, the model from Gia Lai province is determined to win after two previous top 5 appearances. Standing at 1.76m tall with measurements of 82-60-92cm, she possesses a toned physique and professional performance skills. Huong Ly also has the advantage of community projects, having co-founded a sustainable fashion brand focused on reducing environmental pollution and serving as an ambassador for various social programs and organizations for many years.The biggest obstacle that could hinder the 1995-born beauty's path to the crown is her communication skills and English proficiency. At this year's competition, she made it to the Top 5 in the Beach Beauty category and was loved for her dedication in teaching catwalk skills to her fellow contestants.Having previously made it to the Top 10 of Miss Universe Vietnam 2022, Bui Quynh Hoa (Contestant No. 718, Hanoi) also has great potential to win the crown. She is 1.75m tall, with measurements of 86-60-93cm, and previously won the Gold Award at Vietnam Supermodel 2018 and was crowned Supermodel International 2022. The 25-year-old model and businesswoman is highly regarded for her beautiful face, stage presence, performance skills, and meticulous preparation.Over the past two years, she has developed projects to support women's health protection in remote areas; raising awareness about preventing gynecological diseases and distributing health insurance cards. In the final round, she maintained a consistent performance throughout the activities, making a breakthrough by reaching the top 5 in the Beach Beauty category.As a newcomer among experienced beauty pageant contestants, Trinh Thi Hong Dang (Contestant No. 213) possesses great potential to reach the top 3. She is 1.71m tall, with measurements of 86-60-91cm, and is currently a mental health coach. Born and raised in Russia, she has lived and studied in the US since the age of 17, graduating with a degree in Financial and Real Estate Risk Analysis from the University of Pennsylvania. During her student years, she participated in campaigns to support victims and prevent sexual violence; environmental protection activities; and received numerous scholarships and awards for her positive contributions to the community.After working in real estate and the culinary industry, Hong Dang had to cope with and overcome surgery for a breast tumor. This ordeal led her to discover her true passion, becoming a mental health coach for the past three years. At Miss Universe Vietnam 2023, she was praised for her distinctly Asian features and toned physique, making it to the Top 5 in the Beach Beauty category. With her education, foreign language skills, outstanding social experience, and the leadership qualities and mindset of a young leader, Hong Dang fits the criteria Miss Universe is looking for.Competing for the second time in the Miss Universe Vietnam pageant, Nguyen Thi Le Nam (contestant number 151) returned stronger and more well-rounded. The beauty from Tien Giang, born in 1996, is 1.75m tall with measurements of 86-60-94cm. She was highly praised for her beautiful face with pure Vietnamese features, gentle demeanor, radiant smile, and energetic performance during the competition. Besides her work as a model and actress, Le Nam recently released her first book: "The Power of Inner Strength" – a title inspired by a famous quote from the Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 final night.Le Nam has a good chance of going far and shining in the Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 final. However, many viewers are still concerned about her ability to handle the question and answer.Impressing from the start of the competition, Lydie Vu (Contestant No. 291) also has a strong chance of making it into the top 6. Born in 1993, she is 1.76m tall, with measurements of 83-62-93cm. Her mother is Vietnamese and her father is French. The beauty queen is currently the head of operations and supply chain management for a high-end interior design company in Ho Chi Minh City. Her mixed-race beauty is highly regarded for her captivating looks, toned physique, and years of experience in community projects. She made it into the top 5 of the Beach Beauty category.However, Lydie Vu's limitations are that her face looks a bit older than what most Vietnamese people perceive, and her Vietnamese language skills are poor. If she has the opportunity to represent Vietnam internationally, her physique and wild beauty would be her strengths.Competing for the fifth time in the Miss Vietnam pageant, Pham Thi Anh Thu (Contestant No. 148, Ha Nam) demonstrates her determination to win the right to represent Vietnam on the international stage. She is 1.75m tall, with measurements of 84-60-92cm, and is currently a student at the Ho Chi Minh City University of Theatre and Film, a model, and a freelance businesswoman. Pham Thu's strengths include a beautiful face, an attractive figure, and professional performance skills. She brings to the competition an inspiring story about a difficult childhood, lacking family happiness, but always striving to overcome adversity.Communication skills and English proficiency are limitations for the 26-year-old beauty. At the competition, she made it to the top 5 in the Beach Beauty category and actively participated in group activities. With her experience and outstanding stage skills, if she performs well in the Q&A segment, Anh Thư has a very good chance of competing internationally.Emma Lê (Contestant No. 710) has the potential to surprise at the final night. Born in 2000, she is 1.68m tall, with measurements of 86-62-92cm, and graduated from the International University (Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City). Her father is Spanish, and her mother is actress Lê Hóa. The beauty queen started acting at the age of 3, appearing in many films such as: Tropical Snow, Evil Mother - Angel Father, Sister Sister 2; and in music videos and commercials with Sơn Tùng M-TP, Soobin Hoàng Sơn, and Tóc Tiên.At Miss Universe Vietnam 2023, Emma Lê was one of the contestants with the most beautiful faces. Her fluent Spanish, English, and French communication skills were also an advantage for this mixed-race beauty. However, her limited stage skills and height, along with her petite figure, could hinder her progress further. The winner of Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 will compete in Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador from November 3-18. The top 6 contestants will have the opportunity to compete in the international beauty pageant in 2024.
