Ileana Márquez: Single mother wins 4th runner-up at Miss Universe, makes history in Venezuela

Ileana Márquez Pedroza won the title of 4th runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe final on November 16 in Mexico. The beauty has a 12-year-old daughter. She once said that her daughter is her great motivation when competing in beauty contests.

The beauty is currently a teacher, model, and MC in Venezuela. She became a mother at the age of 16. In an interview with Hola, Ileana Márquez said she had many difficulties giving birth as a teenager, but luckily her family supported her. She is currently involved in activities for an organization that supports young people, helping them avoid early pregnancies. In addition, she accompanies many young mothers with unwanted children, helping them overcome difficult times.

She is the first mother to win Miss Universe Venezuela and was runner-up in Miss Universe. This year, for the first time, the contest has no age limit, allowing married women with children to participate.

Ileana Márquez's performance at the Miss Universe final. She was asked: "Describe an ideal woman in today's society and what do you have in common with her?". The contestant replied: "The ideal woman that I want to share with you is the 125 girls participating in this contest. We have left behind many things to be here together, respecting and accompanying each other."

When Ileana Márquez won the Miss Universe Venezuela crown last year, many domestic audiences protested against her. The beauty said she was not bothered by the criticism: "Believe in yourself and always be aware of who you are. When you know that, nothing can affect you. Turn every negative thing into a positive thing," Ileana Márquez said.

She is 1.77 m tall, with a toned body. The beauty queen has stood out since the beginning of this year's Miss Universe contest thanks to her figure, beautiful face, and good performance skills. She has 657,000 followers on Instagram, and is one of the contestants who attracts interactions on social networks. She has 657,000 followers on Instagram, and is one of the contestants who attracts interactions on social networks.

Previously, during her participation in Miss Venezuela 2023, the 9X beauty comfortably shared about having children and expressed her pride in being a mother. She once confided: "Being a mother at a very young age changed me as I faced a society whose standards I did not fit into. However, I have grown up, studied, worked and moved forward in a positive direction. Currently, I feel proud to be the mother of Guadalupe Antonella, who is and will be my most important motivation to continue to develop."

Ileana Márquez Pedroza impresses with her sharp beauty, 1.77m height, attractive body and charisma. She studied primary education, is currently a TV host and professional model in her hometown.

"My passion is teaching. Not only because I used to be a teacher but also a catwalk model. I nurture it with the vision of being able to inspire, transform reality and change the world because through teaching, you instill the values of love and respect in future generations," the beauty queen shared at the contest.

Pedroza also said that completing her studies as a young, single mother was one of her greatest achievements. "My biggest ambition is to be a role model for all young women who feel like they fall outside the mold of society. To help them understand that this does not define them," she added.

However, Ileana Márquez Pedroza's victory also received some negative reactions. Many viewers of the contest compared her to first runner-up Giorgiana Rosas, saying that this beauty was more deserving of the title of Miss. Besides, many opinions said that the new Miss had a child at the age of 16, which could have a negative impact on the perception of many minors.

In addition, the fact that Ileana Márquez Pedroza was crowned Miss Venezuela 2023 and competed in Miss Universe 2024 has raised conflicting opinions regarding changes in the criteria for selecting candidates to participate in the most prestigious beauty pageant on the planet. The evidence is that in posts reporting on the new Miss Venezuela on Misossology or other beauty forums, many people disagree with the changes of the Miss Universe organization when they allowed married contestants with children to participate in the contest, even though there is currently no age limit.

With the title of Miss Universe 2024 runner-up, Ileana Márquez Pedroza has opened up many new opportunities in her career. She plans to continue pursuing a modeling career and participate in many film projects. Besides, she will also continue her charity and social activities to help people in difficult circumstances.

Ileana Márquez Pedroza is a shining example of hard work and perseverance. She has proven that with passion and determination, anyone can achieve great success in life. Her journey to Miss Universe 2024 is not only a story of beauty but also a story of courage and perseverance.

Miss Universe, which first took place in 1952, is one of the most watched beauty pageants in the world. Thai billionaire Anne Jakrajutatip bought the organization and will take control from 2022. Currently, Mexican tycoon Raul Rocha and Anne Jakrajutatip jointly own the pageant.

Tân Hoa hậu Venezuela lộ diện: Có con năm 16 tuổi, đã ly dị, con gái gây sốt khi mừng mẹ đăng quang Minh Lợi16:53:37 09/12/2023Vừa qua đã diễn ra chung kết cuộc thi Hoa hậu Venezuela 2023. Chung cuộc, người đẹp Ileana Marquez Pedroz - đại diện bang Amazonas đã giành ngôi vị cao nhất. Cô trở thành đại diện Venezuela tại cuộc thi Hoa hậu Hoàn vũ 2024 ở Mexico.