60-Year-Old Wins Miss Universe Buenos Aires Beauty Pageant for First Time

Lara Rodriguez’s victory at the Miss Universe beauty pageant was announced on Wednesday, marking a significant milestone in her remarkable journey. Hailing from La Plata, the capital city of Argentina’s Buenos Aires Province, Rodriguez’s win not only celebrates her beauty but also underscores the pageant’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity. Rodriguez, a seasoned lawyer and journalist, represents the multifaceted nature of contemporary beauty, breaking barriers and redefining conventional standards of beauty and age.

She becomes the first woman of her age cohort to clinch such a prestigious beauty accolade, captivating judges and audiences alike with her elegance, grace, and infectious smile. Preparations are underway for her representation of Buenos Aires in the upcoming national selection for Miss Universe Argentina, scheduled for May 2024. If successful, Rodriguez will go on to compete in the Miss Universe World contest in Mexico on September 28, 2024, carrying the Argentine flag on the global stage.

In light of her win, Rodriguez emphasized the importance of a new paradigm in beauty pageants that values not only physical beauty but also a range of other qualities. Her victory also comes at a time when the Miss Universe organization has removed age limits for pageant contestants, expanding eligibility to any woman over the age of 18. Another contestant making waves in the beauty pageant world is 47-year-old Haidy Cruz, who will represent the Dominican Republic in Miss Universe 2024, showcasing the growing diversity and inclusivity within the pageant industry.