R'Bonney Gabriel is crowned Miss Universe

R'Bonney Gabriel, a fashion designer, model and sewing instructor from Texas who competition officials said is the first Filipino American to win Miss USA, was crowned Miss Universe on Saturday night.

As the first Filipino-American to win Miss USA, she shares the importance of embracing your culture.

The official portrait of the 71st Miss Universe 2023

R'Bonney Gabriel, 28, is a model, fashion designer, and sewing instructor who prioritizes the environment in her work.

She's also the first Filipino American to win Miss USA. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC takes the stage for her final walk!

Miss Universe 2022 R'Bonney Gabriel's Answer That Won Her The Crown

Miss Universe 2022 R'Bonney Gabriel stunned everyone with her impressive answer during the final round of the Miss Universe pageant.

Besting over 80 candidates from one of the most prestigious beauty pageants in the universe, R'Bonney Gabriel of the United States of America is the newly crowned Miss Universe 2022.

The 28-year-old beauty from Texas, USA is Filipino-American. She also made history in her homeland as she was the first Filipina-American to win the title of Miss Texas USA and Miss USA.

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