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The Dominican model Yamilex Hernández claimed the crown, becoming the first official ambassador for Latina women heading toward the Miss Universe 2025 international pageant, which will be held in November in Thailand.
The finale, which gathered eight standout contestants from different countries, was a visual spectacle that celebrated the diversity and strength of Latin culture. The event opened with an elegant evening gown parade featuring exclusive designs by Venezuelan designer Douglas Tapia, who was able to highlight the essence of each candidate through silhouettes that captured the region’s spirit.
Subsequently, the stage filled with symbolism during the traditional costume runway, where the contestants paid homage to their roots. The Puerto Rican contestants Génesis Dávila and Ediris Joan stood out with references to the Puerto Rican parrot and the maga flower, while Hernández radiated power with an outfit inspired by Dominican identity.
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The Top 5 of the competition were made up of Yamilex Hernández, Génesis Dávila, Gemmy Quelliz, Laura Pérez, and Andrea Bazarte. The final decision rested in the hands of a luxury jury, comprised of Aracely Arámbula, designer David Salomón, and Fabián Torres, who evaluated the finalists in the question-and-answer round before combining their votes with those of the audience.
Finally, Yamilex Hernández took the crown, followed by Génesis Dávila as first runner-up and Gemmy Quelliz as second runner-up.
Who Is Yamilex Hernández?
At 29 years old, Yamilex Hernández is not only celebrating a personal victory, but also a dream that began in childhood. Born in the Dominican Republic and based in New Jersey, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication, Media, and Cinema Studies.
With experience in pageants and media, including her time on the radio program Juego de damas, the model says her win aims to inspire other Latina women to believe in their power and capabilities.
Beyond the title, Miss Universe Latina is shaping up as a platform that celebrates authenticity, strength, and the diversity of Latina women around the world. As the winner, Hernández not only gains a direct pass to Miss Universe 2025 but also embraces the mission of elevating and giving voice to millions of women in the region.
With the countdown to November already underway, Yamilex Hernández is preparing to bring her message to the global stage, demonstrating that the Latine dream is not only possible, but unstoppable.
