Miami.- The magic of a special night took over the Candozo Hotel, that corner of Miami Beach, which beyond its luxury, contains the family history and Cuban feeling of the family Estefan. There, where every corner speaks of belonging and pride, Lina Luaces celebrated her recent coronation as Miss Universe Cuba 2025. And he did it as the great achievements are celebrated: with overflowing joy, surrounded by affections, music, traditions and a lot of flavor to the greatest of the Antilles.
The appointment was Monday night, and early the lights and the bustle announced the celebration. The enclosure was transformed into the stage of a memorable evening, where beauty was not only measured in crowns or dresses, but in sincere gestures and shared emotions.
Great entertainment figures were present. Among them his mother Lili Estefan, his uncles Gloria and Emilio Estefan, symbols of perseverance and Latin pride; Sheynnis Palacios, Miss Universe 2023; Elizabeth Gutiérrez, Carlos Ponce, Maribel Guardia, Myrka Dellanos, Clarissa Molina, Sissi Fleitas, Maykel Perez and Antonio Vargas, publicists, Prince Julio Cesar and Marianela Ancheta, who ceded the crown and applauded with the heart the beginning of this new chapter to her successor. More than a catwalk with known faces, it was a collective hug who today has the name of Cuba in the forehead and promises to represent the most valuable of the Cuban woman in the Miss Universe contest to be held in the month of November in Thailand.
But the brightness of lina did not only come from the flashes. Several of her contest companions accompanied her, demonstrating that the competition was left behind and that what flourished was mutual admiration, companionship and gratitude along the way together.
During the night another milestone was also celebrated: its inclusion between the 50 more beautiful of People in Spanisha recognition confirming that Lina is not only promise, but a firm and rising presence within the international scenario.
Cuban music put the soul. The flavors of the house completed the scene. And the human heat, that which is not bought or placed, turned the night into a true identity party. Cuba, through Lina, not only returns strongly to Miss Universe for the second time after more than five decades of absence, but does it with a representative who embodies charisma, temper and authenticity.
“This crown is not only mine, it is from my family, of my companions, of all those who believe in a Cuba that shines in the world for what we are: passion, strength and heart,” said Lina visibly excited, while thanking those present among contained tears and sincere hugs.
“An unforgettable night, of those that do not fit in an album, but that are kept forever in the memory and heart of a queen,” said Prince Julio César, who also highlighted his commitment to the preparation of Lina, which already focuses on his training towards the final competition.
