Eilat set to host Miss Universe pageant for the first time
Israeli tourism minister says he hopes event will mark the end of the pandemic
Israeli model Adar Gandelsman, dressed as a Maccabee warrior, took part in the Miss Universe 2017 pageant. (Photo: MJT/AdMedia/Newscom/Alamy Live News)
Miss Universe will enter its eighth decade in Israel after the Red Sea resort of Eilat was announced as the host of the next edition of the competition in December.
The three-hour pageant will be shown live in the United States and in 180 other territories around the world
It is the first time it is being held in Israel
“We in Israel are delighted to host the 70th anniversary celebrations of the iconic Miss Universe pageant,” says Yoel Razvozov, Israel’s tourism minister.
He added: “I fully hope that in December we will be celebrating not only the new Miss Universe here in Israel, but most importantly, the end of the world pandemic.
“I wish all participants good health and good luck and I look forward to seeing you all soon.”
Miss, Israel. 18th Nov, 2017. Adar Gandelsman. 66th Miss Universe Pageant National Costume Show at Planet Hollywood resort Hotel and Casino Credit: MJT/AdMedia/Newscom/Alamy Live News
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