Expect tears, diva tantrums and tons of jewel-encrusted tiaras - the most glamorous show on earth is back!
This year's crop of Miss Universe hopefuls have descended on Las Vegas' Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino ahead of the glitzy competition on December 20.
Dolled up in sequin-adorned floor-length gowns, eye-wateringly high shoes and sashes proudly showcasing their country of origin, the 81 women posed for a photograph on the steps of the four-star hotel alongside last year's winner, Colombia's Paulina Vega.
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