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From teen queen to fashionista: Emma Watson goes all grown-up in glossy magazine shoot

2011-09-26T12:09:00.001-07:00

Ethereal: Emma Watson strikes a pose in an earthy shoot for the new August issue of the UK edition of Harper's Bazaar

In the run-up to the world premiere of the final Harry Potter film, Emma Watson had been reaching her target audience with a string of interviews with teenage magazines.

But as she prepares to make the move from child actor to adult film star after closing the book on her Potter character Hermione, it looks like the actress is determined to show her grown-up side.

The 21-year-old is dripping in the latest designer creations from the likes of Yves Saint Laurent to Emilio Pucci in the new issue of Harper's Bazaar UK.

In contrasting images, a fair-haired Watson poses in a field of wild flowers wearing white couture, while in other shoots her hair appears

As well as modelling some key looks from the upcoming autumn/winter collection from some of the world's top fashion houses, Watson also opens up on why really she left America's Brown University.

She tells the August issue of the magazine: 'Leaving Brown had nothing to do with bullying, as the media have been suggesting recently.

Racy: Watson goes for a bad girl look in a sheer black dress and dark brown hair

'I have never been bullied in my life. Like a lot of other students at Brown, I might spend my third year abroad.'

Although Watson is still musing over where to complete her studies, it appears her native England is unlikely to be an option.

When asked why she didn't originally chose an English university, Watson explained: 'I felt suddenly very claustrophobic...I thought, "I can’t stay here, I won’t be able to concentrate, I won’t be left alone."'

Since enrolling at university, Watson has been taking acting classes and admitted she was struggling to unleash her inner bad girl.

Well heeled: Watson strikes a vampy pose as she models a sheer black panelled dress

She said: 'My acting tutor said the hardest thing for me was to get angry. I almost broke down in tears when they tried to get me to be angry. I said, "I can’t do it, I just can’t do it."

'I keep all of that really bottled up somewhere and I feel unleashing it would be the scariest thing – and to let myself be powerful, sexy, all those things, it’s scary for me. [Even playing the bad girl in this shoot] felt a bit uncomfortable and awkward, it didn’t come naturally at all.'

While Watson is hoping to continue her acting career, she admits she finds Hollywood petrifying.

She admitted: 'LA scares the c**p out of me.

'I feel if I have to work out four hours a day, and count the calories of everything I put in my mouth, and have Botox at 22, and obsess about how I look the whole time, I will go mad, I will absolutely lose it.'

Watson is scheduled to attend the world premiere of Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part II in London's Trafalgar Square next Thursday.

Country girl: Watson models a stunning asymmetrical dress as she walks through a field

Hermione goes wild! Emma Watson boogies away her blues at Harry Potter party

2011-09-26T12:08:00.001-07:00

What would Hermione say? Emma Watson hits the dancefloor and boogies away her blues at Harry Potter party

She got very teary as she said a fond goodbye to the last ten years of her life at the premiere for the last ever Harry Potter film.

So it's hardly surprising that Emma Watson wanted to let off some emotional steam after it was all over.

The actress, who has played Hermione Granger since 2001, was snapped throwing some serious shapes on the dance floor at the London premiere after-party last week.

Sparkling in the centre of the crowd in her short Elie Saab frock, the 21-year-old danced away with her friends by her side.

She looked as though she didn't have a care in the world, possibly expressing some relief that one of the hardest nights over her life had reached its climax.

She was the centre of attention as she strutted her stuff at the party which took place at the Old Billingsgate Market in London.

Blame it on the boogie: Emma hitches up her dress as she gets lost in the music

Getting in the Hogwarts groove: Emma pouts along to the music as she is joined by her friends

Earlier in the evening, she and her co-stars - who she said she considers her family - Rupert Grint and Daniel Radcliffe, were all hit with emotion as they paid tribute to the final film.

But it was Miss Watson who welled up as she and her co-stars thanked fans and each other for an amazing experience.

Emma said: ‘It’s overwhelming to try to find the words to say what I want to say, but I have been so privileged to play this role and be a part of these films.

The end is nigh: Watson filmed an appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman on Monday afternoon ahead of the New York premiere of Harry Potter

‘I’ve had the most amazing 10 years of my life. Thank you so much.’

In fact, she was so overcome with emotion that she not only made author J.K Rowling cry but the film’s producer David Heyman had to offer her his shoulder to cry on.

Emma started the night in a floor-length tiered Oscar De La Renta gown with a matching Boodles round diamond ‘Chakra’ platinum ring worth a cool £95,000.

All change: Emma started the night in a stunning Oscar De La Renta gown but changed into a shorter Elie Saab frock for the after-party

Overcome: Harry Potter producer David Heyman gives Emma a shoulder to cry on when she breaks down during her speech at the premiere

From English Rose to glamourpuss: Emma Watson sports bright red lipstick and smokey eyes as she flirts with male actor in new perfume advert for Lancô

2011-09-26T12:07:00.000-07:00

Classic beauty: Emma Watson ditches her English Rose look for something a little edgier in new Lancôme Trésor Midnight Rose Perfume advert

She may have put the magical Harry Potter franchise behind her now, but it seems Emma Watson still has the magic touch.

Ditching her classic English Rose chic for a slightly edgier look, the 21-year-old appeared to have won the affections of her male co-star in a new advert.

The award-winning actress used her charm on French actor Cyril Descours while filming a campaign for Lancôme Trésor Midnight Rose perfume.

Flirtatious: Emma teases her male model, whose profile is reminiscent of Nick Jones, with a hat

Emma was spotted shooting the scenes in Paris back in March, with the final edit being released now.

Despite looking immaculate while the cameras were rolling, Emma chomped on chicken kebabs during the break - proving not all A-list stars deprive themselves for their size zero frames.

The former child star, who is the face of the brand, confessed she wasn't much of a fragrance connoisseur before joining the project.

She said: 'I didn't really like perfumes before because I thought they were heavy, but this one is really light and playful.

'I feel lucky to embody a fragrance I am so crazy in love with.'

Smelling of roses: Emma shoots a mysterious glance at the mystery man

Watson follows in the footsteps of Hollywood stars Kate Winslet and Penelope Cruz who fronted advertising campaigns for the French company in the past.

The brunette beauty raved about her wonderful time in France, tweeting to her one million followers: 'Had such an amazing time in Paris with Lancome!

'Soon to start filming Perks of Being a Wallflower - can't wait! Hope everyone's ok xx'

The new production will see Emma sidestep away from the JK Rowling series with a more series role.

The story follows Charlie, a high-school freshman, who is struggling to cope with mental issues.

He is introduced to the world of sex and drugs by friends, Sam - played by Watson - and Patrick.

She acts, she models and she can drive from the back seat of a car: Emma Watson lends a helping hand to a fumbling friend

2011-09-26T12:05:00.001-07:00

Helping hand: Emma Watson was seen helping her friend drive her car as she sat in the back seat after leaving a premiere on Monday

She is one of Hollywood’s highest paid actresses and in-demand models of the moment but it appears that Emma Watson can also drive a car from its back seat.

The Harry Potter star was seen directing from her seat in the back of the car as she and two friends left The Change Up premiere.

And it seems that Emma was in great spirits as she appeared to manoeuvre her friend’s gear stick and stretched her hand out towards the steering wheel.

Used to the attention: While Emma is no stranger to photographers her friend seemed put off and, to her amusement, needed help to work the hybrid car

Emma, who has said goodbye to her role as Hermoine Grainger after the final Harry Potter film was released last month, is no stranger to attention from snappers.

But her friend appeared to be extremely put off by the photographers and was left needing directions from his friend on how to use her hybrid car.

Emma had attended the film screening at the Landmark Theatre on Monday night which had seen stars Ryan Reynolds accompanied by his good friend Sandra Bullock, Olivia Wilde and Jason Bateman walked the red carpet.

This is how you do it: Emma had been at The Change Up premiere when her friend tried, and failed to drive her car

Centre of attention: Given the followers Emma was attracting she probably thought she would make a speedier getaway if her friend drove

In demand: Emma, seen in Santa Monica on Sunday, has lots of work lined up despite finishing the Harry Potter films that made her name

Miss Universe Albania 2011, Xhesika Berberi

2011-09-26T12:03:00.000-07:00

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Xhesika, who stands 1.72 m tall, will represent her country in Miss Universe 2011, in São Paulo, Brazil, on September 12.

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Miss California Alyssa Campanella waves after being crowned Miss USA 2011

2011-09-26T12:01:00.000-07:00

Miss California Alyssa Campanella waves after being crowned Miss USA 2011 during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella celebrates after being crowned Miss USA 2011 during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella (L) begins her walk after being crowned Miss USA 2011 by Rima Fakih (R), Miss USA 2010, during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella takes a final walk in her evening gown during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011. Campanella was later crowned Miss USA 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella (R) answers a question with show hosts Andy Cohen (L) and Giuliana Rancic during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011. Campanella was later crowned Miss USA 2011.

Miss Alabama Madeline Mitchell (L-R), Miss Hawaii Angela Byrd, Miss California Alyssa Campanella and Miss Maryland Allyn Rose react after making the semi-final cut during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella (C) reacts as she is chosen as the last of the final four finalists during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011. Miss Hawaii Angela Byrd (L) and and Miss Maryland Allyn Rose stand by.
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Contestants and hosts Andy Cohen (center L) and Giuliana Rancic take the stage during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella competes in the swimsuit portion of the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011. Campanella was later crowned Miss USA 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella takes a final walk in her evening gown during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011. Campanella was later crowned Miss USA 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella reacts after being named Miss USA 2011 during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011.

Andy Cohen (L) and Giuliana Rancic host the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011. Alyssa Campanella, a 21-year-old redhead representing California, was named Miss USA at the annual beauty pageant in Las Vegas on Sunday.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella (R) reacts next to first runner-up Miss Tennessee Ashley Elizabeth Durham after being announced Miss USA 2011 during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011.

Hope Driskill, Miss Missouri, is introduced as one of the quarterfinals at the start of the Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

From left, Miss California, Miss Tennessee, Miss Texas and Miss Alabama, the four finalists wait to be asked questions during the 2011 Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Madeline Mitchell, left, Miss Alabama, walks away as Alyssa Campanella, Miss California, right, and Miss Tennessee, Ashley Elizabeth Durham react as they are annouced as the two remaining finalists in the 2011 Miss USA pageantSunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

From left, Alyssa Campanella, Miss California, Ashley Elizabeth Durham, Miss Tennessee and Ana Christina Rodriguez, Miss Texas, have their sashes replaced during a break at the 2011 Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Alyssa Campanella, Miss California, is introduced as one of the quarterfinals in the Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Alyssa Campanella, Miss California, is crowned as the 2011 Miss USA by Miss USA 2010 Rima Fakih, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Alyssa Campanella, Miss California,, right, has her make-up touched up as Ashley Elizabeth Durham, Miss Tennessee, waits her turn during a break at the 2011 Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Miss USA hosts Andy Cohen, left center, and Giuliana Rancic introduce the semifinalists during the 2011 Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas. From left, they are Miss Maine, Miss Tennessee, Miss Texas, Miss South Carolina, Miss Alabama, Miss Hawaii, Miss California and Miss Maryland.

MISS UNIVERSE 2011 : The Day After…

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The pageant is over, and all delegates are on their way home; but one of them stays and it’s only the beginning for her. Leila Lopes, the new Miss Universe, gave an interview to Rede Band at the Hilton Hotel on Tuesday morning, her first official appearance as the new titleholder. She will then travel to New York which will be her home for one year.

Among her first appearances as the 60th Miss Universe are a visit to Singapore and to Indonesia, for the crowning of Puteri Indonesia 2011-2012. Bruno Zanardo/Fotoarena

She's my little ray of sunshine! Victoria's Secret model Adriana Lima dotes over her daughter at the beach

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Simply adorable: Little Valentina had a ball with her mother, playing with her tresses while Adriana blew her kisses, and the pair wading through the water smiling and laughing

Victoria's Secret model Adrian Lima played the model mother yesterday, showing off her incredible bikini body as she hit the beach with her adorable daughter.

The 30-year-old and little Valentina had a ball as they splashed around in the surf on Miami's South Beach.

The star opted for a skimpy black bikini, which accentuated her supermodel figure.

Taking a break: The pair also lounged in the wet sand, with the little Valentina sitting in her mother's lap

Bubbly little Valentina, who is just under two years old, was pretty in pink in a Juicy Couture swimsuit.

Clutching on tight to the tiny toddler, Adriana treated the little girl to some playtime in the ocean, beaming as she waded waist deep through the water.

Valentina broke into fits of giggles and pointing, fascinated at the waves.

Flawless: The Brazilian-born model, who gave birth 21 months ago to Valentina, shows no sign of ever having carried a single ounce of extra weight

She also admired her mother's hair, playing with her raven tresses, while Adriana blew her kisses.

The pair also lounged in the wet sand, with the little Valentina sitting in her mother's lap.

Natural beauty Adriana went all au naturel for the beach outing, wearing no make-up on her flawless complexion and her hair out in a loose straight style.

The Brazilian-born model, who gave birth 21 months ago to her daughter Valentina, showed no sign of ever having carried a single ounce of extra weight.

Keen swimmer: The tiny tot, who was pretty in pink in her Juicy Couture one-piece swimsuit, was keen to go back into the surf

Adrian is married to Serbian basketball player Marko Jarić.

The couple eloped in a private civil ceremony in Jackson Hole, Wyoming on Valentine's Day, February 2009.

Their daughter, whose full name is Valentina Lima Jarić was born on November 15,2009.

She arrived prematurely at 34 weeks, weighing a tiny 4.4lbs after Adriana suffered pre-eclampsia.

Time to head home: After their fun in the sun Adriana and Valentina headed back to dry land

Adriana was recently listed in Forbes magazine as the forth richest supermodel in the world, with an estimated $8million salary.

Over the last few weeks, the lingerie model has been busy with her Victoria's Secret duties, dropping in at the company's stories in various cities across the U.S. and Canada.

There she has been meeting fans and giving advice on how to get the summer look, with the season's new ranges of bras, bikinis and beauty products.

You'd never guess Abbey Clancy had a baby only seven weeks ago!

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Back in shape: Abbey Clancy shows off her well-toned legs and trim figure just seven weeks after she gave birth to her daughter Sophia Ruby

It's not what most women would typically wear to church.

But when you look this good seven weeks after giving birth, you want to show it.

Abbey Clancy appeared remarkably svelte as she and fiancé Peter Crouch attended the christening of a friend’s child.

Caring: Peter Crouch and his fiancee Abbey Clancy cradle a baby at the Christening in Liverpool

The model, 25, wore a figure-hugging white and blue patterned dress complete with a daring high cut which showed off her well toned legs.

Her daughter by England striker Crouch, Sophia Ruby, was born on March 14.

The speedy weight loss may have been motivated by her forthcoming wedding – the couple are due to marry at the end of next month. They have planned a lavish ceremony at the Stapleford Park Hotel in Leicestershire on June 30.

Walking tall: Miss Clancy and a friend stride along the pavement. Her speedy weight loss may be down to her wedding at the end of the month

Nice day for a WAG wedding as Peter Crouch ties the knot with Abbey Clancy

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Presenting Mr and Mrs Crouch: Stunning bride Abbey Clancy and her new husband Peter Crouch pose after their marriage ceremony in Stapleford Park in Leicester

As one of the highest profile footballer-WAG couples in the UK, they could have commanded a seven-figure sum for an exclusive magazine deal.

But Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy made a refreshing statement yesterday by happily posing for assorted photographers as they married in Leicestershire.

Looking stunning in a white strapless Giles Deacon gown, the Liverpudlian model, 25, beamed as she gazed at her new husband, 30, in the grounds of the four-star Stapleford Park hotel.

And despite the height difference between the two, it looked liked they had found a sloping pavement to pose on, giving 5ft 9in Clancy a slight boost to reach her 6ft 7in groom for a passionate kiss.

The bride, who gave birth to her first child just three months ago, showed off her size 6 figure in a white lace corset gown with a tiered silk skirt - believed to cost £10,000 - which she teamed with droplet earrings and loose tousled wavy hair.

She steered away traditional romantic bridal make-up, instead opting for dramatic smoky eyes and vampy red nail varnish.

Happy day: Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy are all smiles as they pose for the cameras

Kiss me quick: The Scouse model grabs her new husband for a passionate kiss after their nuptials

The Tottenham Hotspurs striker looked dapper in a black suit and waistcoat with a white tie and white rose on his lapel to match his bride's bouquet.

The couple married this afternoon at the Church Of St Mary Magdalene, in the 500-acre grounds of the luxury country house hotel and sporting estate, which includes a golf course and a spa.

One member of the congregation said: ‘The emotion of it all got to Abbey. They were both really nervous – and when she said “I do” she just burst into tears.’

Following the church service, the newlyweds headed to the Orangery at the hotel for a lavish wedding reception.

After a slap-up meal, the couple are rumoured to have laid on an evening jam-packed with entertainment, including a live band, magician and karaoke.

Having been a singer with short-lived band Genie Queen when she was a teenager, Clancy will hopefully belt out a song or two for 120 wedding guests.

Svelte: Clancy's fitted bridal gown showed off her slim figure and tan from her recent Sardinia holiday

Laidback bride: Clancy for a more relaxed bridal look in the simple gown and loose tousled waves

And no doubt the guests will be calling for the groom to perform his signature dance move, 'the robot'.

Among the wedding guests were the couple's three-month-old daughter Sophia Ruby, Abbey's parents Karen and Geoffrey and her two siblings, including brother Sean Clancy, who plays for Fleetword Town F.C, and little sister Elle.

Joining the groom were his father Bruce, mother Jayne and his younger sister Sarah.

Ready to party: The couple can't stop smiling following their ceremony at the Church of St Mary Magdalene

Bridal style: Clancy wore her blonde hair in her signature tousled waves, while she teamed her smoky eye make-up with pale pink lipstick

Although notably absent from the wedding, fellow WAG Coleen Rooney sent her congratulations to the couple via Twitter.

She wrote: 'Congratulations Abbey and Peter on your wedding day!!! Look gorgeous x x.'

Their nuptials comes after the pair are rumoured to have signed a pre-nuptial agreement to protect Crouch's £7million fortune.

The couple recently returned from a pre-wedding holiday in Sardinia, where Crouch popped the question in 2009.

We did it! The couple were in high spirits as they walked hand-in-hand in the sunshine

Where's a bridesmaid when you need one? Some of the wedding party help arrange Clancy's Giles Deacon dress

The couple's six year romance hasn't been the most straightforward.

After a few months of dating in 2006, Crouch announced during the European cup in Germany he had ended their short romance following drug allegations concerning Clancy.

At the time, Crouch released a statement through his lawyer saying: 'Whilst I do not ordinarily comment upon matters relating to my private life, I have read with dismay various recently articles and reports about my "relationship" with Abbey Clancy.

Nice day for a WAG wedding: The couple arrived for their photoshoot via a Bentley

Looking fine: The groom looks admiringly at his new wife's bottom

'In light of this, I wish to make the situation absolutely clear: Abbey and I were in the very early stages of a relationship which, for a number of reasons, I decided a few weeks ago to end, and I accordingly informed Abbey of my decision.'

But it wasn't long before they were back together, before announcing their engagement in summer 2009.

However, their relationship was rocked by allegations last year Crouch paid prostitute Monica Mint for sex during a friend's stag weekend in Madrid.

But it appeared they quickly got things back on track and Crouch announced Clancy's pregnancy last September.

Country setting: The couple's reception is taking place at the Grand Hall in the historic Stapleford Manor House

White hot Lindsay Lohan nearly steals the show in plunging dress at Kim Kardashian's star-studded wedding

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White hot: Lindsay Lohan succeeded in nearly upstaging bride Kim Kardashian as she attended her friend's wedding over the weekend looking stunning in a plunging white dress

Since her house arrest ended last month after 35 days, Lindsay Lohan has certainly been making the most of her freedom, pictured at various Hollywood nightclubs in recent weeks.

But the 25-year-old star opted for one of the biggest events of the year, namely Kim Kardashian's wedding, to make her official red-carpet comeback onto the Los Angeles social scene.

And while Lohan was competing for attention against stars including the bride herself, as well as celebrity guests including Eva Longoria and Demi Lovato, the actress ensured she stole the show by wearing a plunging white dress for the occasion.

They could be sisters! Lindsay poses up with mother Dina, also a close friend of the Kardashian family

Lohan teamed the Temperley gown, which Pippa Middleton first wore the evening of Prince William's marriage to her sister Kate, with a chic up 'do, sky-high heels and diamond jewellery.

The Mean Girls star, who had attended Kim's bridal shower earlier this month, was accompanied by her mother Dina and sister Ali - who are all close family friends of the Kardashians.

But while Lohan succeeded in looking stylish and elegant at the start of the evening, it was a different story when it was time for guests to leave following the nuptials.

Preparations: Lindsay gets her hair and make-up done in preparation for Kim's big moment

The actress, whose platinum blonde hair complemented her white dress, looked incredibly tired and struggled to keep her eyes open as she was driven home in her chauffeur-driven vehicle at the end of the evening.

Alongside her new-found party pals, former Spice Girls star Mel B and her husband Stephen Belafonte, Lohan closed her eyes and tried to block out the noise from the back of the car, where Mel was sitting with Dina and Ali.

Lohan had earlier tweeted: 'Getting my "hair did" for my friends big wedding today,can't wait.

Partied out: Lindsay Lohan looks tired as Mel B and her mother Dina share a joke in the back of the car last night, while leaving Kim Kardashian's wedding

'I know i'm gonna cry of happiness for her,yippee!!'

She had arrived for the nuptials in Santa Barbara, California, in the early hours of Saturday morning after waiting for her mother to arrive on a flight from New York City.

Meanwhile, Kim's younger sister Khloe Kardashian looked to have changed into a more low key outfit as she left the celebrations.

Low key: Khloe Kardashian and half sister Kendall Jenner looked to have changed into more comfortable clothes as they left the party

A great time: Demi Lovato looked relaxed and happy as she drove away from the reception and wedding party last night

Khloe chatted on the phone as she sat in the back seat of the car, with her half sister Kendall Jenner wearing a white hooded top in the front seat.

Demi Lovato drove herself away from the party, looking relaxed and happy in a black coat.

She joined hundreds of guests including Ryan Seacrest, Eva Longoria, Venus and Serena Williams and Avril Lavigne and Demi Lovato to party the night away in the Montecito reception.

It's all over: Mario Lopez and his partner Courtney Laine Mazza leave the party, which Mario later tweeted as 'unbelievable'

When asked by a fan how the wedding was, Seacrest responded on his Twitter page:
'Beautiful..Kim looked regal, a perfect night.I just danced w the whole family.'

However E! Online reports that authorities starting receiving complaints about the noise, which led the city fire marshal to pull the plug on the festivities shortly after midnight.

But, according to the website, a small group of family and friends stayed to continue the celebration, although most had left by 1.30am.

Happy day: Kim Kardashian married basketball player Kris Humphries in what was one of the most highly-anticipated events of the year

Lavish affair: Guests partied until 12 midnight at the Montecito estate in California

First look at beaming bride Kim Kardashian just moments before she exchanges vows with Kris Humphries

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Beaming and beautiful, bride Kim Kardashian looked a picture of happiness as she prepared to exchange vows with fiance Kris Humphries.

In a sneak peek of the couple's wedding, which took place on Saturday at a private home in Montecito, California, the 30-year-old reality star could be seen gazing up at her husband as they stood hand in hand.

E! Entertainment let fans of the show have a brief glimpse of the wedding last night. The full ceremony will air on the network in early October.

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The big moment: Beautiful bride Kim Kardashian was a picture of happiness as she prepared to exchange vows with fiance Kris Humphries

It's time! The sneak peek of the couple's wedding showed the pair laughing with one another before the ceremony began

Kim looked stunning in her ivory custom-designed strapless Vera Wang gown. The dress had a full tulle skirt, a basque waist and Chantilly lace decorated the bodice and long train.

She wore her veil off her face, held back with a jewelled headpiece containing diamonds 'drops' over her forehead.

Her make-up while striking, was a pared-down look for the reality star, and she wore her hair in a simple up-do.

Excited: Kim flashed her famous grin to her guests as she walked down the seemingly endless white and black carpeted aisle to classical music, while on the arm of her stepfather, Bruce Jenner

Beautiful: Co-maids of honour Kourtney (left), 32, and Khloe, 27, are also seen in their cream, strapless gowns with their brunette tresses down in loose waves

Kim flashes her famous grin to her guests as she walks down the seemingly endless white and black carpeted aisle, all whilst on the arm of her step father, Bruce Jenner.

As she finally makes it down to Kris, who is equally dapper dressed in a cream peak lapel tuxedo jacket, black tuxedo pants with white shirt and white bow tie by Ermenegildo Zegna, the couple can't stop smiling at one another.

They then proceed to look around with amazement at their 450-strong guestlist before the ceremony gets underway.

Getting ready: Kim sits in her robe as a make-up artist prepares her for walking down the aisle

Preening: As Kim gets ready for their big day, Kris Humphries also spruces himself up with the help of his male buddies

And it appears that Kim looked to the biggest wedding of the year - William and Kate's - for inspiration for her bridal party.

Co-maids of honour Kourtney, 32, and Khloe, 27, are also seen in the clip in their cream strapless gowns with their brunette tresses down in loose waves.

Kim's mother Kris Jenner also takes a moment before the ceremony to pose with her two daughters and Kim's half sisters and bridesmaids, Kylie, 15, and Kendall, 14.

Family snaps: Kim's mother Kris Jenner also takes a moment before the ceremony to pose with her two daughters and Kim's half sisters and bridesmaids, Kylie, 15, and Kendall, 14

Kris, 55, also wore a Vera Wang-designed dress; a strapless white gown with an over-the-top bow across the bodice, while the two teenagers wear matching strapless dresses with fishtail hems.

And while Kim and the wedding party can only be described as flawless, it appears that it was little Mason who nearly steals the show, with the toddler walking down the aisle in a miniature cream tuxedo.

At first he was held by his mother Kourtney who herself had a near-fall as she walked down the aisle holding her son, who played ring bearer in the ceremony.

And while she steadied herself, though, little Mason, 21 months, zoomed down the aisle ahead of her.

Lucky man: Kris look like the cat that got the cream as he waits for his bride

Living her life in the spotlight, it was of course only moments before the message 'We are officially married!' was posted on her Celebuzz site.

The Humphries family's pastor, Joel Johnson, officiated the traditional Christian service while Kim's stepfather Bruce Jenner walked her down the aisle.

Among the guests at the wedding, Eva Longoria, who was there with her partner Eduardo Cruz, was spotted seated in the crowd, adhering to the black and white theme in monochrome black.

Guest and E! News reporter Ken Baker, who was among guests at the lavish affair, said that Kim received a round of applause as soon as she stepped onto the grandiose aisle, but the reality star made sure to keep her cool.

'When Kim walked into the courtyard and people saw her, they started playing the music - she was with Bruce and they saw her in the dress, people started to applaud... it was so dramatic, she looked flawless,' he said.

'Kim was very low-key, she seemed really mellow and she sort of set the tone for the whole night... It was a very mellow night, Kris is a very mellow guy and it felt very intimate.'

He revealed that the whole 30-minute ceremony, which started at approximately 6.30pm, was flawless and had personal touches.

'It was well planned, well executed and everything went really smoothly,' he said.

Star-studded: Among the guests at the wedding, Eva Longoria is spotted in the crowd, adhering to the black and white theme in monochrome black

'The ceremony ended up being only half an hour, but it went pretty quickly. The pastor was excellent. He has known Kris Humphries since he was a teenager, so he had a real personal interest in Kris and had some interesting stories.'

The pastor also reportedly warned the couple that marriage isn't always a bed of roses.

'He was also speaking very candidly to the couple, saying "Look you can go from being really happy and blissful to having a mediocre marriage, if you don't work on it."' Baker revealed.

The ceremony was watched not only by the couple's families, but also celebrity guests including Ryan Seacrest, Lindsay Lohan, Eva Longoria, Mel B, Venus and Serena Williams, Avril Lavigne and Demi Lovato.

A long way down: The black and white carpeted aisle was endless on the grounds of the Montecito estate

Kim exchanged weddings rings with Kris designed by her good friend Lorraine Schwartz, who also designed her stunning engagement ring.

Following the ceremony, the action moved to a separate tent with the bride changing into a second Vera Wang mermaid gown with more Chantilly lace on the bodice and hand-cut organza petals on the skirt, with the reality star expected to change into a third creation.

Soul singer Robin Thicke introduced 'Mr and Mrs Humphries' and sang his song Angels for the couple's first dance as husband and wife, then Let's Stay Together.

Following the ceremony, bridal designer Vera Wang Tweeted: 'Wow! @KimKardashian What a joyous, beautiful, magical night! Wishing you and Kris all the blessings in the world xx Vera.

Adorable: Little Mason nearly stole the show, with the adorable 21-month-old toddler making his way down the aisle in a miniature cream tuxedo

But it wasn't all plain sailing at the reception as the festivities caused neighbours to complain about the party, which saw fire marshals called to the party to quieten things down.

However while the officals advised the party to wrap up at 12am many revelers partied away until 2am.

According to wedding guests, Humphries whispered to his groomsmen, included his new brothers-in-law Rob Kardashian and Lamar Odom, 'I'm nervous' as he arrived at the alter, E! reports.

The order of service also included an emotional tribute to Kris Humphries' late grandparents and Kim's late father Robert Kardashian.

Kim wrote: 'I so wish my dad could be here today to walk me down the aisle. But I know in a way he is here, and I feel his loving presence all around me. I love and miss you, dad.'

The wedding breakfast was made by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck with a starter of buffalo mozzarella and tomato salad, and a choice of hand-formed agnolotti with sweet corn mascarpone and summer truffles, or roast chicken with Yukon Gold potato puree, caramelized brussels sprouts and summer truffles for the main course.

Guests at the wedding were treated to high security measures including metal detectors and having their phones and cameras taken away.

Several celebrities were spotted arriving at the venue, with Mel B and her husband Stephen Belafonte sticking to the black and white dress code, with the former Spice Girl looking pretty in a white strappy dress.

Lavish: The wedding could only be described as grand

Later Mel was spotted sharing a joke with Lindsay Lohan's mother Dina in the back of the car, with a sleepy looking Lindsay sitting in the front as they left the nuptials.

Talk show host George Lopez arrived in a black suit, shirt and tie, with actor-turned-showbiz presenter Mario Lopez also looking smart.

The groom also found time to tweet his excitement mere moments before arriving at the alter.

Celebrity guests: Kim's step-brother Brody Jenner and his girlfriend Avril Lavigne were matching in head-to-toe black

Minutes before the 6.30pm sunset ceremony, Kris Humphries wrote on his Twitter page: 'This is it!'

The bride and groom have enjoyed spectacular weather for their big day, with the sun setting over a cloudless sky as they said their 'I Do's'.

Guests began arriving at the wedding venue 90 minutes before the ceremony in blacked-out shuttle buses.

The wedding comes as a big pay day for Kim. U.S. magazine People has bought the rights for the exclusive photographs for a cool $1.5million.

Here comes the boss! Kardashian producer Ryan Seacrest and his actress girlfriend Julianne Hough waved as they arrived

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2028708/Kim-Kardashian-Kris-Humphries-wedding-photos-First-look-bride-vows.html#ixzz1Vlo17s00
Designated driver: R&B singer Ciara drove herself to the ceremony

Peekaboo: Kim's former Dancing with the Stars partner Mark Ballas, who is rumoured to have choreographed the couple's first dance - arrived with Cheryl Burke

Add to that her fee for the television footage, which will be aired by the E! network in a two-part special.

Plus, she has already pocketed $300,000 for the engagement announcement back in May and another $100,000 from OK! magazine for the bridal shower photos.

Just hours before saying her 'I dos', Kim tweeted her fans, telling them: 'Anxious,excited,emotional 3words 2describe what Im feeling right now @KimKardashian I LOVE U tomorrow will b MAGICAL.'

She also posted a message on her official website: 'Today is the day! I can’t believe it’s finally here! Thank you so much to everyone who made this day happen!!!!!'

Kim's wedding will be aired in full on the E! network two-part special on October 9th and 10th.

Mr and Mrs: Kim and Kris emerge from their Montecito hotel this morning a married couple

Miss France 2011, Laury Thilleman

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Miss Bretagne, Laury Thilleman, smiles after being crowned Miss France 2011 during the 64th edition of the beauty contest on December 4, 2009 in Caen, northwestern France.

Miss France 2011, the 64th Miss France pageant was held in Caen, Basse-Normandie on December 4, 2010 where Miss France 2010, Malika Ménard of Normandy crowned her successor Laury Thilleman of Bretagne. She will represent France at Miss Universe 2011 and Miss World 2011.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Laury Thilleman reacts as she celebrates being crowned Miss France 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

Miss Bretagne, Laury Thilleman, smiles after being crowned Miss France 2011 during the 64th edition of the beauty contest on December 4, 2010 in Caen, northwestern France.

Miss Bretagne, Laury Thilleman, smiles after being crowned Miss France 2011 during the 64th edition of the beauty contest on December 4, 2010 in Caen, northwestern France.

Contenders parade during the 64th edition of Miss France 2011 beauty contest on December 4, 2010 in Caen, northwestern France.

(From L) Miss Bretagne Laury Thilleman, Miss Auvergne Clemence Oleksy, Miss Picardie Anastasia Winnebroot, Miss Languedoc Jenna Sylvestre, and Miss Ile-de-France Sabine Hossenbaccus parade during the 64th edition of the Miss France 2011 beauty contest on December 4, 2010 in Caen, northwestern France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Miss France contestants stand on stage during Miss France Beauty pageant 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Miss France contestants stand on stage during Miss France Beauty pageant 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Miss France contestants stand on stage during Miss France Beauty pageant 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Miss France contestants stand on stage during Miss France Beauty pageant 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Miss France contestants stand on stage during Miss France Beauty pageant 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Miss France contestants stand on stage during Miss France Beauty pageant 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Laury Thilleman reacts as she is crowned Miss France 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Laury Thilleman reacts as she celebrates being crowned Miss France 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Laury Thilleman (L) reacts as she is crowned Miss France 2011 with Jenna Sylvestre 1st dolphin (C) and Sylvie Tellier, director of the Miss France company (R) on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Laury Thilleman reacts as she celebrates being crowned Miss France 201 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Laury Thilleman reacts as she celebrates being crowned Miss France 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Laury Thilleman (R) reacts as she celebrates being crowned Miss France 2011 with French actor Alain Delon (C) and Sylvie Tellier, director of the Miss France company (L) on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Laury Thilleman (R) reacts as she celebrates being crowned Miss France 2011 with french actor Alain Delon (C) and Sylvie Tellier director (L) of the Miss France on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

CAEN, FRANCE - DECEMBER 04: Laury Thilleman (L) reacts as she is crowned Miss France 2011 on December 4, 2010 in Caen, France.

Miss World 2010, Alexandria Mills of the United States

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Miss Universe 2011

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Lesliana Pereira, Miss Angola 2008

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Miss Angola 2008, Lesliana Pereira.
She will represent Angola in Miss Universe 2008 Pageant .
Brigith dos Santos was represent Angola in Miss World 2008 Pagant.

Miss France 2010 Malika Menard is world top celebrity

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Malika Menard

Miss France 2010

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Miss France 2009

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PARIS—The new Miss France, born to an African-American mother and white French father, said Sunday she wants to advertise her country's diversity on the world stage.
Chloe Mortaud is not the first nonwhite winner of the beauty pageant, but she is joining a growing chorus of French public figures breaking traditions by speaking openly about race.
"I want to go to people and explain to them that fear of the other is unfounded," she told The Associated Press the day after being crowned. "I want to incarnate ... today's French diversity" at international beauty pageants.
France has championed a colorblind standard that sees all citizens as just French, regardless of ethnic origins—an ideal meant to make everyone feel equal. But it has failed to snuff out racism, particularly against immigrants from former French colonies in Africa. Discrimination in part fed riots in 2005 by largely minority youth in French housing projects.
Days after Barack Obama's election last month, leading French figures published a manifesto urging affirmative action-like policies to expand opportunities for millions of blacks, Arabs and other minorities. First lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy said she hoped the "Obama effect" would reshape France's political and social elite.
Mortaud, a dual French-American citizen, said her mother was born in Mississippi but grew up in California, and her father's heritage is ethnic French "as far back as we could trace the family

ornella muti

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Sexiest Women In the World

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Deus Ex Machina

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Miss France 2008 : Miss Reunion

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The Presentation Swimsuits for Miss USA 2011

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The Presentation Show for the 2011 Miss USA pageant took place on Wednesday June 15th at the Theatre for the Performing Arts at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. The final of the contest will take place on Sunday, June 19th.

Miss Earth Mexico 2011 Casandra Vázquez

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Casandra Becerra Vázquez is 23 year old and stands 1.73m. She will represent Mexico in Miss Earth 2011 in Bangkok, Thailand.

Courtney Porter, Miss Leeds Area, was crowned Miss Alabama 2011

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Road to Miss America 2012

Courtney Porter, Miss Leeds Area, was crowned Miss Alabama 2011 on June 12, 2011. She will represent Alabama in Miss America 2012 Pageant to be held in Spring next year.

Porter is an Auburn University graduate, majoring in communications. Porter tap danced to “I’ve Got Rhythm” for the talent portion of competition.
Miss Tennessee Valley KeLeigh Edwards of Smiths Station was named the first runner-up. The second runner-up was Hailey Bagwell, Miss Point Mallard, while Chandler Champion, Miss Center Point, was named the third runner-up.

Fourty-eight young women competed for the Miss Alabama title at Samford University this week. The top ten finalists for the title were, in the order they were called:
- Miss Smiths Station Jordan Dailey, 21, of Trussville
- Miss Central Alabama Rebecca Whitlow, 23, of Muscle Shoals
- Miss Auburn University Emilee Williams, 19, of Athens
- Miss Trussville Area Anna Laura Bryan, 21, of Decatur
- Miss Hoover Brittany Finley, 24, of Trussvile
- Miss University of Alabama Valerie Stewart, 21, of Camden
- Miss Leeds Area Courtney Porter, 24, of Clay
- Miss Center Point Chandler Champion, 18, of Leeds
- Miss Tennessee Valley KeLeigh Edwards, 19, of Smiths Station
- Miss Point Mallard Haley Bagwell, 21, of Hoover

Miss Texas 2011 Kendall Morris biography:

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Kendall Morris, Miss Texas 2011, was born on February 21, 1991. Kendall was crowned Miss Texas 2011 on July 1, 2011. She will represent Texas in Miss America 2012 Pageant. Morris’ platform is “Leukemia: Living for a Cure” and she said she hoped to promote funding for research to find a cure for Leukemia during her reign as Miss Texas.

Morris is a student at Texas Christian University, majoring in broadcast journalism. Morris’ win was the second consecutive time a Texas Christian University student won the Miss Texas title, as Ashley Melnick, Miss Texas 2010, also attended Texas Christian University. Morris is a baton twirler with the TCU Marching Band, and she performed at the 2011 Rose Bowl and the 2010 Fiesta Bowl. At the age of 15, Morris won the title of Miss Texas’ Outstanding Teen in 2006, and went on to compete in the Miss America’s Outstanding Teen pageant in 2007, where she won multiple preliminary awards, but did not place in the top 10.

Alexia Laura Viruez , Miss Global Teen Bolivia 2010

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2010 The first edition of the Miss Global Teen contest will be hosted by the state of Mato Grosso do Sul and the city of Campo Grande, Brazil, from June 28 to July 4. The grand finale will happen on July 3, at the beautiful Campo Grande's Rubens Gil de Camilo Convention Center.

Alexia Viruez , Miss Global Teen Bolivia 2010

Santa Cruz, BOLIVIA - Bolivia has its representative for Miss Global Teen 2010, and she is Alexia Laura Viruez, 15, from Santa Cruz. Alexia is a model and high school student at the British School, in her native Santa Cruz. She is 1.76 m-tall and plans on studying Psychology at the university in the future.

Miss Universe 2009: Swimsuit segment

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Racine Manley, Miss Guam 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.
Miss Universe 2009 Special
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Ekta Chaudhary, Miss India 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.
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Rachael Finch, Miss Australia 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.
Miss Universe 2009 Special

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Lourdes Figueroa, Miss Guatemala 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.
Miss Universe 2009 Special

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Elitsa Lyubenova, Miss Bulgaria 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis Bahamas on August 16, 2009.
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Mayella Mena, Miss El Salvador 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.
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Dominique Peltier, Miss Bolivia 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.
Miss Universe 2009 Special
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Emiri Miyasaka, Miss Japan 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.
Miss Universe 2009 Special

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Carolyn Yapp, Miss Jamaica 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.
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Julia Dyment, Miss Israel 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.

Miss Universe 2009 Specia
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Diana Donnelly, Miss Ireland 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009.
Miss Universe 2009 Special

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Suzan Budai, Miss Hungary 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Ingibjorg Egilsdottir, Miss Iceland 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Belgica Suarez, Miss Honduras 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Martina Lee, Miss Germany 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Chole Mortaud, Miss France 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Elham Wagdi, Miss Egypt 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Klelia Yiasemidou, Miss Cyprus 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Sarah Cosic, Miss Croatia 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlanti on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Michelle Rouillard, Miss Colombia 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Kiara Sherman, Miss Bahamas 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Yen Vo, Miss Vietnam 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Stefania Fernandez, Miss Venezuela 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Kristen Dalton, Miss USA 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Cinthia D'Ottone, Miss Uruguay 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Kristina Kots-Gotlib, Miss Ukraine 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

InJewel Selver, Miss Turks & Caicos 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Senem Kuyucuoglu, Miss Turkey 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Chutima Durongdej, Miss Thailand 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Illuminata Wize, Miss Tanzania 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Whitney Toyloy, Miss Switzerland 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Renate Cerljen, Miss Sweden 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Estibaliz Pereira Rabade, Miss Spain 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Tatum Keshwar, Miss South Africa 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Mirela Korac, Miss Slovenia 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Denisa Mendrejova, Miss Slovak Republic 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Rachel Kum, Miss Singapore 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Sofia Rudyeva, Miss Russia 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Dragana Atlija, Miss Serbia 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Bianca Elena Constantin, Miss Romania 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Mayra Matos, Miss Puerto Rico 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Angelika Jakubowska, Miss Poland 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Bianca Manalo, Miss Philippines 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Karen Schwarz, Miss Peru 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Diana Broce, Miss Panama 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Indiana Sanchez, Miss Nicaragua 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Katherine Taylor, Miss New Zealand 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Avalon-Chanel Weyzig, Miss Netherlands 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Karla Carrillo, Miss Mexico 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

Joannabelle NG, Miss Malaysia 2009, competes in her BSC Swimwear and Nina Shoes during the swimsuit segment of the Miss Universe 2009 Presentation Show at Atlantis on August 16, 2009. (AFP/Matt Petit)

MISS UNIVERSE 1994

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1994
Sushmita Sen
INDIA
Manila, Philippines

1st runner-up Carolina Gomez COLOMBIA
2nd runner-up Minorka Marisela Mercado
VENEZUELA
FINALISTS:
Charlene Bonnin Gonzalez PHILIPPINES
Silvia Lakatosova SLOVAK REPUBLIC
Frances Louise Parker USA
SEMI-FINALISTS:
Rea Toutounzi GREECE
Arianna David ITALY
Dominique Forsberg SWEDEN
Patricia Fässler SWITZERLAND

Another feast for the televiewers eye as Manila hosts te pageant once again after 25 years. Dark horse Sushmita Sen radiates pure charm and intelligence as she overturns favorites hometown girl Charlene Gonzales, press favorite Christine Roelandts of Belgium, USA's Lu Parker, Minorka Mercado of Venezuela and preliminary front runner Carolina Gomez of Colombia to win the title. Sushmita wins the first of two Miss Universe crowns in a decade that proves India as a powerhouse of beauty pageant history.

Miss Universe 2001

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Denise Marie Quiñones August is a Puerto Rican actress and beauty pageant titleholder who was the fourth woman from her country to win the Miss Universe contest. Prior to winning the Miss Universe pageant, she represented her hometown of Lares in the Miss Puerto Rico Universe 2001 pageant.

Miss Universe 2002
Miss Universe 2002, the 51st edition of the Miss Universe pageant, was held in Coliseo Roberto Clemente, San Juan, Puerto Rico on May 29, 2002. There were 75 delegates from around the world who competed for the title Miss Universe 2002. Oxana Fedorova of Russia was crowned Miss Universe 2002 by Miss Universe 2001 .

Miss Universe 2003
Amelia Vega Polanco became the first Dominican woman to be named Miss Universe, in 2003. At the age of 18, she was the youngest winner since 1994.

Miss Universe 2004
Miss Universe 2004, the 53rd Miss Universe pageant, was held in Centro de Convenciones CEMEXPO, Quito, Ecuador on June 1, 2004. It was won by Jennifer Hawkins of Australia.

Miss Universe 2005
The 54th Miss Universe pageant, was held at the Impact Arena, Bangkok, Thailand on May 31, 2005. At the conclusion of the final telecast, Miss Universe Canada, Natalie Glebova was crowned Miss Universe 2005 by outgoing titleholder Jennifer Hawkins of Australia. She was the second Canadian to win the title.

Miss Universe 2006
The 55th Miss Universe pageant, took place at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, USA. Natalie Glebova of Canada crowned her successor, Zuleyka Rivera of Puerto Rico.

Miss Universe 2007
The 56th Miss Universe pageant, was won by Riyo Mori of Japan. It took place on May 28, 2007 at the National Auditorium in Mexico City, Mexico.

Miss Universe 2008
The 57th Miss Universe pageant, was held at the Crown Convention Center in the Diamond Bay Resort, Nha Trang, Vietnam on July 14, 2008. Dayana Mendoza, Miss Venezuela, was crowned Miss Universe 2008 by outgoing titleholder Riyo Mori of Japan.

Miss Universe 2009
The 58th Miss Universe pageant, was held at the Atlantis Paradise Island, in Nassau, Bahamas on August 23, 2009. It was the first time back to back victories in Miss Universe history: Stefanía Fernández of Venezuela, was crowned Miss Universe 2009 by outgoing titleholder Dayana Mendoza.

Miss Universe 2010 The 59th edition of the pageant, was held at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. on August 23, 2010. It was hosted by Bret Michaels and Natalie Morales. Jimena "Ximena" Navarrete Rosete is a Mexican model and the current holder of the Miss Universe 2010 crown.

Miss Universe 2000

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