The DR continues to make the statement that its women are beautiful.
The DR contestant, Marianne Cruz, placed third in the Miss Universe contest held last week in Vietnam. Miss Dominican Republic was third behind Miss Venezuela Dayana Mendoza, the winner, and Miss Colombia, first finalist. In 2003, Miss Amelia Vega was chosen Miss Universe in the event held in Panama. In the contest, she also placed among the top 10 for National Costume.