WATCH: Three moments Demi-Leigh nailed the Miss Universe pageant

27 November 2017 - 05:30 By Jessica Levitt

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Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters has been crowned Miss Universe.
Image: Miss Universe

Miss South Africa Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters beat over 96 contestants to become the newly crowned Miss Universe on Sunday night. (Monday morning SA time)

Leading up to the final rounds, Demi was a firm favourite. Many pundits applauded her fitness.

It's all about you, South Africa! #MissUniverse pic.twitter.com/qKzOKtwjUS
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) November 27, 2017

When it came to the question and answer section, Demi nailed it.

Relive our new #MissUniverse's answer to the Final Word. pic.twitter.com/czO8vgSiuU
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) November 27, 2017

Holding onto Miss Colombia's hand as the winner was announced, Demi's reaction was priceless as her name was called.

The next #MissUniverse is... SOUTH AFRICA! pic.twitter.com/GxlFcdJnV5
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) November 27, 2017

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