Saudi Woman Makes History: Rumy Alqahtani Joins Miss Universe

Rumy Alqahtani, a 27-year-old model from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is stepping onto the global stage as the first Saudi woman to compete in the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant. And let me tell you, it’s not just a big deal for her – it’s a historic moment for Saudi Arabia and a sign of changing times.

Sharing her excitement on Instagram, Alqahtani couldn’t contain her joy about being part of this groundbreaking moment. And she’s not the only one feeling the buzz – people all over are talking about Saudi Arabia’s debut in the Miss Universe scene, thanks to her.

Following in the footsteps of Bahrain’s Lujane Yacoub, who rocked the stage last year, Alqahtani is breaking barriers and making history. It’s all part of the ongoing reforms that Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman pushed, aiming to give Saudi women more opportunities to shine.

The Miss Universe showdown, set to take place in Mexico on September 18, is about to get a whole lot more diverse. Iran will also make its debut alongside Saudi Arabia. Talk about shaking things up!

Alqahtani isn’t just a pretty face – she’s got brains and talent too. With a degree in dentistry and language skills that would make anyone jealous (English, French, Arabic – you name it), she’s more than ready to take on the competition.

And let’s not forget her impressive list of titles – Miss Saudi Arabia, Miss Middle East (Saudi Arabia), Miss Arab World Peace 2021, and Miss Woman (Saudi Arabia) – she’s clearly no stranger to the spotlight.

But not everyone’s cheering her on. Conservative voices, especially in places like Nigeria, are raising objections and sparking debate about her participation. But for Alqahtani, this is about breaking barriers and paving the way for more Saudi women to follow their dreams.