Miss Universe RBonney Gabriel Crowns First Transgender Winner of MissNetherlands

Miss Universe R’Bonney Gabriel took part in a historic crowning of Miss Netherlands on Saturday in the town of Leusden. Model Rikkie Kollé became the annual pageant’s first transgender winner. Kollé will compete for the title of Miss Universe 2023 later this year. Related Articles Eye Scoops How to Watch Miss Universe Pageant 2023: What to Know About Hosts, Contestants, National Costumes and More Celebrity News Miss USA R’Bonney Gabriel Wins Miss Universe 2023 With Studded Gunmetal Gown and Dedication Toward ‘Fashion As a Force for Good’ For the occasion, Gabriel, a fashion designer from Houston, wore a neon green corset gown with a plunging neckline. Her ensemble included sheer elbow-length fingerless gloves, which were adorned with ruffles matching the gown’s bright hue. R’Bonney Gabriel at the final of Miss Netherlands 2023 in Leusden, the Netherlands on July 8. Gabriel’s gown paid homage to the “vibrant colors of the Netherlands fashion,” according to her July 9 Instagram post. The pageant queen accessorized her look with diamond chandelier earrings and a double pendant necklace. Gabriel’s brunette tresses were styled in neat waves, while her makeup consisted of cut crease eye shadow and pink lipstick. R’Bonney Gabriel and Rikkie Kollé at the final of Miss Netherlands 2023 in Leusden, the Netherlands on July 8. While

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