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Meet the new Miss Universe 2012! Boston University sophomore Olivia Culpo was crowned Miss Universe 2012 Wednesday night. Miss USA since June, the Cranston, Rhode Island native, 20, was the first American to win the Miss Universe title since 1997.

Meet the new Miss Universe 2012! Boston University sophomore Olivia Culpo was crowned Miss Universe 2012 Wednesday night. Miss USA since June, the Cranston, Rhode Island native, 20, was the first American to win the Miss Universe title since 1997.

Photos: Miss Universe 2012's Most Bizarre National Costumes. On Dec. 19, women from around the world competed at the 61st annual Miss Universe pageant. Here's a look at the contestants' wacky—and occasionally tacky—national ensembles. Share. prev

Olivia Culpo is the first Miss USA to win the Miss Universe crown since 1997 and the eighth American overall.Miss Philippines, Janine Tugonon, finished as first runner-up. Plus, pregnant pro beach volleyball player and pageant judge Kerri Walsh walks

Miss Angola Marcelina Vahekeni competes in an evening gown of her choice during the Evening Gown Competition of the 2012 Miss Universe Presentation Show at PH Live in Las Vegas. Photo: Reuters. Miss South Africa 2012 Melinda Bam competes in an