Transgender model to compete in Miss Universe

Angela Ponce from Spain will make history at this year's Miss Universe.

Angela Ponce from Spain will make history at this year's Miss Universe.

Source: SBS News

Twenty-six-year-old model Angela Ponce will be the first transgender woman to compete in the global Miss Universe pageant.

Ms Ponce beat 20 other contestants to claim the title of Miss Universe Spain last month, saying that winning was less important than changing attitudes towards transgender women.

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