🌟 Miss Earth 2024 Grand Coronation: A Night of Heritage, Hope, and a Historic Win for Australia

Jessica Lane of Australia crowned as Miss Earth 2024
Jessica Lane of Australia crowned as Miss Earth 2024

On the evening of November 9, 2024, the world witnessed the dazzling Grand Coronation Night of Miss Earth 2024, held at the luxurious Okada Manila in the Philippines. This year’s theme, “Heritage,” honored the deep connections between cultural identity and the urgent call for environmental action — and it set the stage for one of the most powerful Miss Earth editions yet.

👑 Australia’s Jessica Lane Crowned Miss Earth 2024

Emerging from a field of 76 remarkable delegates from across the globe, Jessica Lane of Australia was crowned Miss Earth 2024. Her victory marks Australia’s first-ever Miss Earth title, solidifying the country's place among the elite nations that have now claimed all of the "Big Four" international beauty pageant crowns.

Lane captivated judges with her intelligence, passion for climate education, and eco-advocacy rooted in preserving Australia’s biodiversity and Indigenous heritage. The 22-year-old journalism student has been actively leading community-based reforestation programs and beach cleanups back home.

🌿 Elemental Queens 2024: A Truly Global Court

  • 🌀 Miss Earth – Air: Hrafnhildur HaraldsdóttirIceland
  • 💧 Miss Earth – Water: Bea Millan-WindorskiUnited States
  • 🔥 Miss Earth – Fire: Niva AntezanaPeru

Each elemental queen brings unique environmental advocacy from their region — from glacier preservation in Iceland to youth-led conservation efforts in the Amazon.

🎭 A Night of Elegance, Purpose, and Unity

The evening began with a stunning National Costume Parade, showcasing the rich heritage of each delegate’s homeland. From vibrant African textiles to intricate Asian embroidery, the stage was a celebration of world cultures. Performances by Filipino artists and an awe-inspiring runway segment lit up the stage before the final announcement.

Robi Domingo, a beloved TV host in the Philippines, masterfully emceed the event, which was broadcast live on A2Z, Kapamilya Channel, Aliw Channel 23, and globally via QBN TV.

🌍 Why Miss Earth 2024 Matters

More than a pageant, Miss Earth is a global movement. With its mission of “Beauties for a Cause,” it empowers women to be ambassadors for environmental change. Contestants dedicate months preparing eco-projects that promote sustainability, climate education, and conservation in their home countries.

This year’s theme, “Heritage,” reminded viewers that cultural traditions and sustainability are not mutually exclusive—but interconnected threads in the fabric of our future.

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