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Miss Venezuela, Stefania Fernandez Crowned Miss Universe® 2009

Miss Venezuela is Crowned Miss Universe 2009

Miss Venezuela is Crowned Miss Universe 2009 (PhotoCredit:Leighton/Associated Press)

Last night, Miss Venezuela, Stefania Fernandez, was crowned the new Miss Universe at Atlantis Paradise Island Resort in The Islands Of The Bahamas, before a television audience estimated at 1 BILLION. Fernandez’s win marks two consecutive years that Venezuela has captured the multi-million tiara. Her predecessor, the head-turning Dayana Mendoza, was more than happy to surrender her sash to the 18-year-old Fernandez as the two embraced in what appeared to be a combination hug-jump-twirl embrace.

Included in Miss Universe 2009 Stefania Fernandez’s prize package is a six-day/five-night vacation for two at Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas with air travel accommodations by JetBlue Airways.

While fans may not be able to travel with Stefania Fernandez, they can still experience Nassau Paradise Island with special rates starting at $79 per night. Go to www.Bahamas.com/Offers to learn more.

Dayana Mendoza Hugs the New Miss Universe

Dayana Mendoza Hugs New Miss Universe (Photo Credit: Reuters)