Catriona Gray

Miss Universe 2018 titleholder

Catriona Gray - Miss Universe 2018 titleholder
Born

January 6th, 1994
31 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Australia

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Born in 1994, a Filipino-Australian beauty queen, model, and singer achieved global recognition after winning the Miss Universe title in 2018. The competition showcased her advocacy for education, which she emphasized during her reign. Utilizing the platform, she promoted various charitable initiatives focused on disaster relief and education for underprivileged children. Gray also pursued a career in music, releasing singles that garnered attention in the Philippine music industry.

Winning Miss Universe 2018

Advocating for education and disaster relief

Releasing singles in the Philippine music industry

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