Miss Universe could be very close to a very special moment in the history of the pageant after the wonderful victory of Mia Le Roux, the first deaf woman to be crowned Miss South Africa.
Miss Universe: Who’s Mia Le Roux?
Mia le Roux is the first deaf woman to win Miss South Africa. In her acceptance speech that became a trending topic on social media, the young woman said she hopes her victory will help those who feel excluded from society to achieve their dreams.
“I want to help promote inclusivity where I can, to put people on an equal footing,” she stated.
Le Roux is 28 years old and was diagnosed with profound hearing loss when she was just one year old. As a result, she was fitted with a cochlear implant that helps her perceive sound. Mia explained that it took her more than two years to be able to say her first words thanks to the famous speech therapy.
After winning, the model and marketing manager released an emotional message:
“I hope to use this platform of Miss SA to make a change in South Africa. I’m living proof that nothing’s impossible if we’re all given a fair chance.”
So far, the Miss Universe organization has not confirmed Mia le Roux’s participation, although everything indicates that she will be among the participants in the 2024 edition that will take place in Mexico City on November 16.
