MISS UNIVERSE 2022 Recap!

[@DaniWalker]

Thanks for watching this episode! I have more Miss Universe behind the scenes episodes on the way. Stay tuned and you'll find them here >>> bit.ly/3av7tCo

[@coordapia8466]

Love your 👗 Dani 💗

[@Ashketcham1997]

@@coordapia8466 u forgot to review about India in swimsuit and gown reaction

[@getreal8348]

Told yah, USA is MU!

[@cafe80sarigachu]

Will wait for that.♥️

[@neilbruce123]

Yow were so spot on before prelims,after prelims, and now!

[@Rowgasmic]

R’Bonney put so much effort into creating her own looks for miss USA and miss universe. The symbolism that she uses for everything from her national costumes even the capes for the swimsuit round is very well thought out. Lastly, this woman is a speaker! She speaks from the heart and inspires with the words she uses. The fact that people are discrediting her for winning both the national and international are failing to see the amount of dedication she had put for her fight for the crowns.

[@DaniWalker]

She worked so hard for this. I am so excited for her reign. I loved her attention to detail!!

[@RodneyDollar]

R’bonney winning is a big redemption story for her from winning miss USA despite the controversy and having to prepare and train herself without the organization supporting her and to end up being the first Filipino American to not only win miss USA but now miss universe and I knew she was too when she won miss USA but watching preliminaries I was like she’s the winner it’s a wrap and the fact she went with a gown color in black with blue gems made her already winning and yes even her answers in top 5 and 3 sealed the deal for her. Definitely the strongest miss USA in a while and another one of my favorite miss universe winners

[@rachelliz284]

I don't think her fellow Miss USA contestants expected her to win Miss Universe tbh...I saw Miss Montana "private" her IG account as soon as R'Bonney won. She probably feels so foolish...

[@kitsothihira]

She reminds me of Lalela when she went to MU without preparation and still became a runner up, 7 months later she won MS, I love them both 💕💕💕💃👑👑

[@michellemac2481]

I actually think the opposite and her winning Miss Universe makes it look like they’re trying to cover up any wrongdoing by their also owned Miss USA pageant.

[@smittyj43]

There was no wrongdoing to begin with. The girls came forward with what they thought were facts. None of it was true. R’bonney won both USA and Universe because she worked hard and performed the best!

[@rachelliz284]

@@michellemac2481 I think that might more be the case if R'Bonney had given a sub-par performance. But she clearly shone, in both the preliminary competition and the finals. And she answered both questions on the final night so calmly and articulately...when she spoke, you could just tell from her aura and the way in which she presented her thoughts, that she was the next Miss Universe.

[@florencechhakchhuak526]

Whatever is going on with the miss universe organization, I am so glad that R'bonney won Miss Universe on her own merit. Truly, it is a redeeming moment for R'bonney and fans how much she deserves to win the title/titles.

[@DaniWalker]

Me too! Very happy for her

[@nerissaunderwood2529]

Thank you also for reminding the audience to be sensitive to the hard work that each candidate has put into their journey to Miss Universe. I felt bad when I read reports about Miss Philippines team members walk out when she did not make it to the top 16 semi finalists. I also appreciate how you out into context the significance of R’Bonney’s victory given what she went through when she was crowned Miss USA.

[@DaniWalker]

🙏🏼🙏🏼💕

[@Missy-pagentexperts]

@@DaniWalker how much they💰 paid

[@Missy-pagentexperts]

@@DaniWalker Venezuela🇻🇪😔😔

[@PungiFungi]

The majority of pageant fans support the contestant whom we think is the most deserving regardless of which country she is from...unfortunately, it is fans with this irrational nationalism that make the rest of us look bad.

[@nikkichang3461]

This makes me sad. They only want to support "women" when it's their own.

[@smittyj43]

I just want to thank you for your support of R'bonney throughout her journey to become Miss Universe. I was part of the team that worked with her in preparation for Miss Texas and Miss USA and I can tell you that she absolutely deserved to win every title she has been crowned with. It was clear to all of us the first time we met her that beyond her obvious beauty was a very special woman indeed. No one has worked harder or been more focused than she has. She's an incredibly talented woman and is every bit as humble and kind as she appears. Thank you for your kind words that have helped to validate her throughout some challenging times.

[@glennd203]

"Humble" is just not the first word that comes to mind when I see her in action.

[@smittyj43]

Maybe you’re seeing what you want to see…………….

[@glennd203]

@@smittyj43 Or perhaps my eyes are not clouded at all by personal interaction but solely objectivity.

[@smittyj43]

Yeah, you’re right . Myself, along with 2 sets of judges at Texas, 2 sets of judges at USA, 2 sets of judges at Universe, countless pageant vloggers and pageant experts, and pageant fans from around the world had our eyes clouded. How could I have been so wrong?????? Feel better Glen?

[@glennd203]

@@smittyj43 74,233,369 people voted for Donald Trump and thought that was a good idea. There's two "nn's" in my name and this conversation is over.

[@brigtsen]

History repeats itself! the late Chelsi Smith, Miss Universe 1995 was crowned by Miss Universe 1994 from India Sushmita Sen after 27 years R'Bonney of the USA was crowned Miss Universe 2022 by Haarnaz Sandhu Miss Universe 2021 from India. Both Texan beauties were crowned by the Indian Queens.

[@carac001]

Both of them are from the Houston area.

[@ilyrics2775]

I didn't know that.. Wow. 👏❤️❤️❤️

[@davidcartledge5766]

So, now Texas joins South Carolina as the only states to have more than one Miss Universe! There have been 3 winners from SC and the first 2 both won Miss Universe and the third winner from SC, Lou Parker, was 3rd runner up. Texas has won Miss USA 10 times and should have more than 2 winners at Miss Universe. I truly miss Chelsi Smith! She was among my favorite Miss Universe winners! My all time favorite was Brooke Lee from Hawaii…she was very congenial and absolutely aced interviews and every other competition as well!

[@lilytsui3015]

And India crowned Puerto Rico in 2001 and she won on home turf just like USA did this year! Interesting!

[@lilytsui3015]

@@davidcartledge5766 I agree, most of the Texas winners are beautiful and strong. I thought Christy Fitchner should’ve won in 1986. SC has one Miss World as well.

[@AlanJLopez-gj5gf]

Love your notes on how fans shouldn’t exit the venue simply because their contestant didn’t win. It really is important for us to cheer everyone on & maintain the positive vibes within the pageant community. 💕

[@DaniWalker]

Yesss 💕🙏🏼

[@ilyrics2775]

now you all know how Filipino fans behave 😂... Also, they be celebratin' if the candidate wins, no issue at all.. but if not, well...... cooking show 😂.. that's the Filipino fan mindset in every international pageant 😂. They can be the best and the worst fans at the same time,.. Kreyyyzy 😂

[@analindamiranda5043]

@@ilyrics2775 sorry, not all.. and not so many have that mind set.. more of us is open minded.. so, I hope you too.

[@mannymoretti5196]

Everyone should have boycotted that Dog Show

[@renekyu3140]

@@mannymoretti5196 Next time dont watch it

[@JeffSmith-dl8vw]

I went back and watched the "How Miss USA will win Miss Universe" episode today waiting on this recap episode. That aged like a fine wine my friend. You knocked that out of the park...hair up, attention grabbing wardrobe, her shoulders in her walk, her speaking.... all of it! I am so happy for R'Bonney. Like you, I worry the Miss USA organization won't sustain this level. I think all credit goes to R'Bonney. I'm enjoying this win while I can. Thanks for all your work creating this content. You have a captive audience!!

[@DaniWalker]

Thank you for watching!! I’m hopeful for the future and enjoying the win too! 💕

[@colourqueen22]

"I think all credit goes to R'bonney"... Yup, you can say that again. You could tell she was mostly on her own

[@davidcartledge5766]

Sad but true! I agree, Miss USA will not sustain this level in the future and I actually thought that the past 10 years…with exception of a few like R’Bonny, Cheslie Cryst, Olivia Jordan, Nia Sanchez and Olivia Culpo, the USA had already began to slip!!!

[@kevinwilliamsx3]

I'm really glad that they brought on former Miss Universe winners to help host the show. It gives a chance for all of the contestants to connect with former winners and creates a great vibe for the show.

[@dds9563]

Yeah I do agree here !!!

[@davidcartledge5766]

I completely agree! I mean, they won Miss Universe bc of their own spectacular abilities and they should be hosts!!!! I loved that!

[@PPPConservatory]

A lot of people are going to hate me, but I have to say it... The allegations of advantages given to R'Bonney are true. Seriously. She has been given incredible beauty, incredible talent, and an incredible mind by God and nurturing individuals in her life. Let's take a moment to process this fact, SHE IS THE CEO OF HER OWN COMPANY OF SELF SUSTAINING DESIGNS. People, she is only 28 years old. She is gorgeous and American, so she could have taken an easier ride, but she is making a difference. Usually, powerhouses prepare their beauty queens to look the right way and say the right thing, but we can see that R'Bonney truly practices what she preaches. It's not an act. We have a woman telling us we can, because she herself is doing it. I wish her a joyful and fulfilling reign. Ms. Walker, I LOVE your videos. They are spot on. Blessings ❤️

[@chetoak]

First and foremost, it was great to meet u in person finally. Although I was rooting for Venezuela, when ppl ask me if I was happy that USA won, I said of course! I was so happy that despite all the hate and controversy, she managed to take the crown, and do it on her own with little support from her organization. So deserving. So proud of our girl.

[@DaniWalker]

It was so wonderful to meet you too Chet!! I'm excited for R'Bonney as well!

[@jleenm]

I'm so glad Dani mentioned it because when I heard Rbonneys answer my brain was just like: PIA💙. The parallels were not only there with how they mentioned the pageants mottos (transformational leader, confidently beautiful) but also in how they directly mentioned their advocacy - Pia said she would work for HIV/AIDS awareness and Rbonney talked about her efforts for sustainability and domestic abuse survivors. I feel like their answers were like essays with an intro, main idea, and supporting details.

[@DaniWalker]

Yesss!! Both amazing answers 💕💕

[@mannymoretti5196]

So rehearsed and inauthentic

[@ThaiWithSarah]

@@mannymoretti5196 The way they answered was genuine-maybe not to you, but to me ❤

[@renekyu3140]

@@mannymoretti5196 Your opinion only , not a fact .

[@dominicjavellana9985]

@@renekyu3140 you are just sour grapes cause your candidate did not win

[@mgparis]

Thanks Dani! My faves were Venezuela, South Africa, Curacao and Peru, and I was so happy that Portugal made top 16 - she was filmed when she entered the venue and I thought she had the most gorgeous smile! Happy for Laos too. Very shocked about the names of the judges mishap at this level... Harnaaz's final walk gown tribute was a class act! Congrats to the beautiful new Miss Universe, she deserved it

[@pageantfoodie]

From #nolatakesnola to #nolawinsnola R’bonney came prepared. She was bashed but she worked hard & proved her haters wrong. Let’s support her & her authentic advocacy. Houston,we DON’T have a problem. 👑 🚀

[@DaniWalker]

Love it ❤

[@davidcartledge5766]

Actually, I never hated R’Bonny!!! There was wrongdoing but it was all Crystle Stewart’s fault!!! R’Bonny was the clear winner from day 1 and needed no help from Crystle!!!

[@Lowenergy]

I liked Miss Venezuela answer, but after reading it in text, I realize it just sounds pretty. Starts with following the legacy of women that are part of the miss universe organization, Her ending sentence I am a “fashion designer, but I designer of dream”. It sounds sensational, but doesn’t really have as much substance. USA actually gives a direct answer to the question with ways she will do it and talk about investing in the community. I think the judges focused on that.

[@maybe4003]

Took the words right out of my mouth!

[@mannyhibo9546]

I agree with you. In the Q&A, in order to win, a candidate should be specific, distinct and very knowlegeable of her advocacy. That's why I ranked USA 1st, Domonican Republic 2nd and Venezuela 3rd in the Q&A

[@carl-henrypetit-frere]

@@mannyhibo9546 I had the same rank. I thought that Venezuela was too nervous and content was a bit weak comparing to the others. Answer is good; but USA was exceptional while DR was showing excellence.

[@renekyu3140]

@@carl-henrypetit-frereMiss Venezuela answer was pretty but empty

[@ThaiWithSarah]

On point ❤

[@arikkamorrell2597]

Thanks for your thoughtful recap! R'Bonney is my cousin and it was such a blessing to be able to be there to watch her win this important competition!

[@DaniWalker]

That is awesome! Congratulations!!!

[@nikkapeligro2620]

I also love how the girls were so happy for Rbonney winning, unlike in Miss USA. They hugged her afterwards.

[@Pikachu-ez1rm]

Yeah not all girls

[@glaznflip1501]

@@Pikachu-ez1rm well then they don’t matter

[@skyt4133]

I've been waiting for two days for your reaction and recap. You are one of the few who really gives us an insight to the competition. Thanks so much! I really think you are spot on on every part of the competition. Well done! I'm a big big fan of yours.

[@DaniWalker]

I appreciate that 🙏🏼 more to come

[@Miss_Earthquake]

She's my favorite Miss Universe winner ever!!! She worked so hard for this and truly deserves it!!! Go R'BONNEY Go USA!!!!! I'm so proud!

[@lawrencejones622]

Dani, as a fan of yours, I was thrilled to see you sharing your passion of pageantry at Miss Universe. ❤ I love your positivity for all the candidates and your supportive and insightful critiques. No doubt your social media endeavors will continue to grow! It's great to see someone share their gifts! Kudos to you !👏 Congrats to our Miss Universe ❤️ R'Bonney, she's strong, determined, and beautifully confident inside and out, and I'm so excited for her reign! Thanks for supporting her from the beginning! 💖

[@DaniWalker]

Thank you soooo much

[@ponorj]

You keep getting more gorgeous as time passes, Dani!!! Love how kind, respectful and open minded you are towards others and it's beautiful that you lift other women up and empower them with your words instead of focusing on the negativity. Love watching your videos and listening to you share your thoughts 🙏💕

[@DaniWalker]

Thank you so much!!

[@bokan800]

You said perfectly. This whole experience is ICONIC. RBonney is ICONIC. 🇺🇸🇵🇭

[@DaniWalker]

💕💕💕

[@suilujtv3762]

Thank you Dani for your love and support, Celeste may not able to reach the cut but somehow she represented our country so well. Thank you so much Dani from the Philippines. We love you.

[@DaniWalker]

She’s an excellent representative. Love her ❤❤❤

[@suilujtv3762]

@@DaniWalker thank you for your appreciation Dani it means a lot to us... it's such a heartbroken that she unplaced nevertheless life must go and move on. Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267]

Imho, she got served injustice. What really happened was unprecedented and ridiculous. A lot of the delegates who made the first cut were accessories and a pawn for their false narrative of being fair and to give an ‘exciting twist’ to the show. It’s BS. Face it, they’re just there to lose. The organization is risking their business by disenfranchising the significant fan base of these countries they’ve ousted from the first cut. What a laughing stock.

[@palmykim1025]

@@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267 Yup. Hope MGI capitalizes on the misstep.

[@thirdformarn1738]

The review that Im waiting for!!!, good job Ms Dani!!!

[@pharmatrix14singer]

Luck you Dani Walker for having the opportunity to have a front row seat at Miss Universe. Great pageant analysis as always. I’m from the Philippines. We are sad that Celeste didn’t make the cut and we still watched the show on television. The Top 16 this year had lots of surprises but I believe they all deserved it. The Top 5 was one of the best I’ve seen in Miss Universe history. Quality ladies with exquisite beauties and intelligence. Big congratulations to your country USA. My apologies for some Filipinos claiming that R’Bonney is also ours. She’s Miss USA ya’ll. We are so proud of her win. When I saw R’Bonney in the prelims, I knew she’s gonna win. She has that leadership quality, amazing advocacy and her walk was so powerful and the way she carried herself, effortless. She’s a total package and an alpha female. The way she answered the final questions are so personable. Congrats R’Bonney Gabriel!

[@PungiFungi]

The top 16 had a lot of surprises but the top 5 was pretty much on everybody's lists...it came across like half the other of the other 11 were picked to make these 5 advance into the final rounds.

[@naturelover6460]

A big congratulations to you from india 💕💫✨🎉🇮🇳we knew that either usa/ puertoricu will win bcuz of their strong advocay,speaking skills, performance, stage presence are like wowww factor 💥 anyway we are very happy for winning usa🕺but we are surprised when they wrongly called the judges name 😂

[@ridhoabdirrahman9478]

Puerto Rico actually wore a slightly different gown for finals. It has a slit in the middle, whilst her prelims gown had none. It took me a second to realize it.

[@herminiofigueroa9527]

I'm Puerto Rican, but I was so excited to see Laos qualifying! And that's the beauty behind this competition. Recognizing the hard work they all do. Laos won the public vote, but that alone required a lot of work. She came early to the USA to campaign in Minnesota while visiting Hmongs communities there. There are about 300k Hmong people in the USA. Fox and CBS covered her time there. A lot of people came to see her. The line even exited the building all the way to the street. I'm proud of PR for making the top 5 ❤️ and congrats to our queen USA.

[@mayxiong82]

Thank you for educating others on this. Not a lot of people know about the Hmong people, but we live all over the world. Our people were so happy to see one of our own Hmong daughters represent on the stage! Even if she didn't make the top 16, she already made history for our people. She made history as the first Hmong woman to compete in Miss Universe and brought Laos to the semifinals for the first time ever. Proud of her and all the girls who made it on the big stage. We should just respect and appreciate their hard work.

[@vivekshah4049]

You are so right about choosing another candidate when your candidate don't make it..for me I am Indian and was supporting Divita but i always wanted Venezuela to go on top..and i was so happy when she made it as second runner up....but i am completely satisfied that USA won..i felt USA and Venezuela after final question were equally deserving...wish they could give 2 crowns 😊😊

[@DaniWalker]

Right? Wouldn't that be nice?

[@vivekshah4049]

@@DaniWalker thanks for the reply.....happy to have your response..felt like i spoke to you 😀😀😀😀😀what did you think about India?

[@rachelregidor]

I'm from the Philippines, but to be honest I have already expected that R'bonney will win from the beginning of the show and I'm very happy for her, one of the reasons is because she is half Filipina. She is very strong despite all the issues when she won Miss USA.

[@davidcartledge5766]

Being Philippina has nothing to do with it. She won bc she was the best and most prepared like Olivia Culpo in 2012, Brooke Lee in 1997 & Chelsi Smith in 1995 and none of them were Philippina!

[@rachelregidor]

@@davidcartledge5766 What I mean to say it, Im so happy for her that she won, and one of my reason why I am happy is she is half Filipina.

[@alijaishanamir]

Dani, you deserve to be a judge for Miss Universe. You seem to know exactly what you are talking about.

[@victoriareyes2092]

R’Bonney did it own her one whole other contestants was pampered by their organization that they cannot even think or decide on their own . Thank you so much for this video Dani ! Congratulations to Miss Universe !👏👏🇺🇸

[@angelofababeir1709]

I agree. It is rude to abandon the show just because the contestant you are supporting didn't make it.

[@DaniWalker]

❤❤

[@rozlynrose8520]

She deserved that crown I talked to her during the dinner gala she’s very sweet her confidence is silent but the fired inside her is loud ❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@nathblanca6280]

Some Filipino fans are toxic, I'm Pinoy and am rooting for Rboney from the start 🥰🥰

[@glaznflip1501]

I was in the back and I literally got an overview shot of the mass exit of audience members after the top 16 cut. I have footage too. It was despicable. there were fans who were chanting their country when other contestants were competing on stage for swim and gown and the rejective sighs when a small country was called. It’s was classless tacky and disrespectful. Fans need to admire from afar and let the contestants have their moment. It’s their moment not the fans! They worked so hard and it’s intimidating to put yourself out there on a stage in front of an audience with so much nationalism. Personally, I’m also nervous for El Salvador hosting. I’ve been there for an event and I was given armed security and trust me I’m not a famous person. the MU needs to step up security. it took an more than hour to get through the doors which had no organize queue Or ushers and when it was 5 minutes to the pageant, fans were rushing in without getting their tickets scan and bags checked. Anyone could have easily snuck in without a ticket which is major security issue. The pageant was exciting and it was such a beautiful night celebrating women, but the fandom needs to stop being so toxic. And it makes me think this is one of the reasons why major Sash factor countries did not make it.

[@mc6681mc]

Which country/countries walked out?

[@bensassy8137]

@@mc6681mcthe Filipinos.

[@carmelpereira6003]

@@bensassy8137 not surprised. I’m from a country where a lot of Filipinos come here to work and they have terrible manners especially when they are in a large group and things don’t go their way.

[@colourqueen22]

I also worry about el Salvador and have been on Google about the country since Sunday... I believe because Miss Universe was okay in Israel then it will also be okay in el Salvador *fingers crossed*

[@ezrascarletsye]

@@carmelpereira6003 I'm a Filipino but I agreed big time to this. Tho not all cause in each country there will always be ill-mannered and good ones, but some Filipinos really feel so entitled.

[@neilbruce123]

Thanks! You are awesome!GET ON THE BOARD OF USA-UNIVERSE.

[@DaniWalker]

Thank you!!! 🙏🏼 That'd be amazing!

[@jp_knows_cpr]

Talking about parallel... She has the grit that Catriona had. R'Bonney has great attention to detail and knew what she wanted with great passion and fire and was well executed with grace! Like you said in your previous episode, this is all R'Bonney's! No backing from any organization. Catriona did hers with a team that she created. Without a doubt, it was R'Bonney's to win! Congratulations Dani! What a coverage!

[@sacvikingsable]

Hi Dani, you never disappoint with your recaps. I always look forward to your review. Because of your own experience, can you tell us a little about how much time the delegates have to answer the question? What does the buzzer signify? Does it mean that the delegate has to wrap up their answer or does it mean they've gone over time and must immediately stop talking? Is there a penalty if the delegate is still speaking and the buzzer sounds? I'm really interested in knowing more about this. Thank you.

[@DaniWalker]

Good question. It means they hit the 30 second mark. There’s no hard rule about going over the time limit because it’s be difficult to speak and keep track of time. So judges typically don’t count it against a contestant if she wraps up her answer shortly after the bell.

[@lukes.3488]

@@DaniWalker This is true. There has been a lot of Miss Universe winners who went shortly beyond 30 seconds but still won. I think the bell just signifies that the contestant needs to wrap up her answer. Hearing the bell ring is also nerve wracking and it is also a great way to gauge how a candidate reacts and copes from the surprise, and Rbonney did well.

[@oliviaangelie9249]

I am so glad that there are women like you in the pageant community! I love you so much!💕

[@DaniWalker]

Thank you so much!!

[@davidcartledge5766]

@DaniWalker I totally agree! You tell it like it actually is and are so kind about it! You are a magnificent person and pageantry & commentary is your true calling!!!

[@astoldbychrisv9464]

Dani, thank you for being one of the few people that actually knew and believed in Miss Trinidad & Tobago. We love Tya-Jané and is very proud of what she accomplished for us this pageant season. T&T ended their 16 year non-placement drought with a 5 year hiatus. It's interesting that you said how poised Tya-Jané was on stage. I think her evening gown stopped her from advancing. I wished she changed to another gown for finals. I'm excited for future Miss Universe T&T winners because Tya-Jané set the standard.

[@DaniWalker]

She’s inspiring 💕💕💕

[@Cik_Siput.Luar_Biasa]

I remembered her at Miss World 2019 and i thought she was amazing that year and she did!! both at Miss World and Miss Universe 😍

[@chlojo]

I watched the show with my mom and T&T was one of our absolute favorites!! Right up next to USA. We were shocked and disappointed when she didn’t crack the top 5… she was fantastic 😍

[@astoldbychrisv9464]

@@chlojo I'm glad that Miss Trinidad and Tobago had some fans out there. She could have had alot more if her organization promoted her journey after her win in September 2022. Her organization overlooked alot of small details that could have propelled her to the top 5 and beyond. A lesson learned. Everything you saw on the stage was Tya-Jané's efforts and hardwork. Her placing or not placing would still leave T&T fans happy because she showcased our country in a positive light. I said this before, and I'll say it again, Tya-Jané ushered in a new era of Queens for T&T in Miss Universe, and we can expect to see women of her caliber or better representing us in the future.

[@joshbgo3676]

I watched it twice. Took second look for me to understand. I guess I was not paying attention with my mind clouded with own expectations. This is an amazing change! I will follow R'Bonney journey.

[@jeannemy]

Thank you for your video, Dani. Been waiting for this. I am so happy R’bonney Gabriel won. Well deserved. I agree with you with her answers. The MUO talked about they are looking for a Transformational Leader and the crown is named Force for Good. So she mentioned those key phrases in her answer. Her answer is very specific to her experiences how your unique talent can be used to help others and plant a seed in your community that can fuel change. I am inspired already to the same in my community to make a change. She already planted a seed in me. 😊 You’re a great example as well, Dani, of using your talents in empowering other women with your classes. More power to you!! 😊 I love that you mentioned that Miss Colombia congratulated R’bonney in social media because I saw it too and thought the same, she is a class act. Thank you for also sharing about the exit of some pageant fans when their country was not called for the top 16 and that they should show respect to all the delegates representing their country. All these ladies worked so hard and I agree they all deserved our cheers. This year was a tough one because there’s so many great ladies. As always, message to all - be kind. Thanks.

[@1228santana]

Thanks!

[@DaniWalker]

THANK YOU for supporting the channel and allowing me to show up every week. I appreciate you!

[@mcckkkkkkkk7233]

R’Bonney truly deserve the crown! Thank you Dani for your support of R’Bonney. New subscriber here! 💖💖💖

[@rbebeabucay9356]

Huh? I just read a comment that this creator enabled Montana?

[@DaniWalker]

Welcome!! Thank you for subscribing!

[@khaleil04]

I love how it was really aligned for her. And I think she really envisioned herself winning. The stage ambience complimented her evening gown, same as her swimsuit color choice. I'm really glad actually had goosebumps that she had her hair-up. Kinda reminded me of Olivia Culpo's up-do 10 years ago. Well, 2012 to 2022! The pattern! Both of them are products of immigrant parent/s. Amazing! What's more amazing? I'm here again and enjoyed your recap, Dani! Love it!

[@wendellwilson1514]

I couldn't wait to hear your recap of Miss Universe because like you, I was just loving the whole production! I just LOVE how you embrace EVERY contestant and wish that everyone did the same, whether they were from your country or your favorite pick! When it comes to meeting the contestants, I always felt bad for those girls who don't get the cheers that they deserve after announcing their country! I can go on and on but I appreciate everything you do and all your hard work for keeping us all in the loop! You have huge fan in Bermuda!! 🥰

[@PungiFungi]

Yeah, but they messed up on the judges intro..and the new owner seems to be an attention seeker like Nawat. The way the girls introduced themselves smack of Miss Grand International. There was no national costume award or Miss Photogenic even though there were implications there will be. We will see what happens next year in El Salvador. I am still praying that they revert the pageant back to its classier days in the 1970s to 1980s.

[@mac_and_oliviamcmillan9085]

Hello Dani!!! I just love watching your vlog, so professional, well explained in detailed, you are so on point. R’Bonney is the whole package, not being biased:-). I am Filipina-American! Looking forward to your next vlog!!!

[@DaniWalker]

Thank you so much!!

[@enzozarate5261]

PARALLELISM USA was crowned by India (2022) USA was crowned by India (1995) - Both USAs were Miss Texas USA was Miss Universe, first runner-up was Venezuela (1997) USA is Miss Universe, first runner-up is Venezuela (2022) - Both Miss Universe from USA are Asian-Americans 2012, USA won with bun hairstyle 2022, USA won with bun hairstyle - 2012’s first runner-up was a Filipina and 2022 is half Filipina (stretch! Lol) First Filipino-American who won Miss Universe wore a national costume as homage to the first ever moon landing. Moon landing was in 1969. Guess which country won as Miss Universe that year? The Universe conspired to crown R’Bonney.

[@DaniWalker]

That's so awesome!! Thanks for sharing this.

[@marcytillman25]

Dani!!!! I've been dying to hear your reactions and thought about you so many times while watching the pageant, knowing you were there watching it all unfold in real time - and right up front!!!! Sooo excited that you were there in person to witness this incredible year. Venezuela is so stunning and seems like an incredible woman, and I think she would have been an amazing MU. But I am also THRILLED for our Miss USA!!!!!! What an exciting win, and knowing she did so, so much on her own to get there is so inspiring. I hope she is able to savor and enjoy this time to feel the fruit of all of that hard work! Enjoy New Orleans if you are still there and can't wait to see more from your MU week! Eeek! So excited!!!!! 🤗🎉🥳

[@cherubim3460]

Thanks Dani for being so appreciative for Philippines. Your country, Miss USA, R'bonney, really won Miss Universe 2022/23. Even in history, Phils and USA have strong relationship with each other until today. Though my country Philippines failed this year, but R'bonney regained it by winning Miss Universe, who is Filipino American. I believed that this is your 9th crown already for MU. Congratulations Dani for your country USA for winning Miss Universe. All Pinoy fans are very proud for R'bonney too, who even raised our Philippine flag as well. God is so good. R'bonney is the great answer to USA's drought for almost 10 years not winning MU, and the stoppage of all the Bashing. Actually, R'bonney is my strongest candidate, and she just won Miss Universe. I got it right. R'bonney does not only add the score card for USA for MU winning but also wins the heart of Pinoy fans. 👍😄❤️

[@cryptochannel7751]

R.bonney deserved that win for sure. 💯

[@nelsonomarnazariotoro166]

Dani, the stylist who did USA hair is the same one who did Dominican Rep. He’s Puerto Rican ❤

[@mdiggs6365]

I’m never surprised when TnT makes finals. They don’t compete often but when they do they generally do well.

[@jamessaavedra8332]

The prophecy is real .Rbonney the strong woman in the Universe deserved the crown

[@jonhrome222]

R’bonney will be another iconic Miss Universes in years.. thanks Dani we love you ❤

[@jennamargaret9]

It was so nice to meet you!!! The show was phenomenal, what a special event to witness and be a small part of

[@DaniWalker]

Wonderful to meet you too! I agree, it was a special show

[@rhouye]

R’Bonney was giving Olivia Culpo vibe during and before the competition!

[@DaniWalker]

Yesss :)))

[@elizabethgail12]

The fact that we were ROBBED of Dani competing at Miss Universe. Thanks for the recap Dani 😍😍😍😍

[@DaniWalker]

You're so sweet. It was never meant to be, but I enjoyed my time competing and if it weren't for my experience this channel wouldn't exist.

[@benbhongbalaorp9426]

After miss Philippines did not make it on the first cut, I adopt and support another country, miss USA to win the crown. And yes, she did it.

[@smith4496]

The majority of Filipino fans were pulling for USA to win Miss Universe 2002 because she's Filipino. After Philippines did not make the Top 16.

[@LifeOdysseyMotivation]

She is the best among the rest! Her inspiring life/back story, her strong advocacy, her established and proven community contributions by helping people to better their lives, especially the victims of human trafficking and domestic violence, her performance & styling plus her strong communication skills with conviction, authenticity, coherent, eloquence, and concise of answering the questions and delivering her messages to the world! Truly, a transformational woman/leader! These are the qualities that Miss Universe is looking for and Miss USA R'Bonney Nola Gabriel has it all! How can you deny her that Miss Universe crown? Congratulations!!! 😍

[@johngrimes93]

By the way I am just loving your channel and the increase in content we’ve seen in the last few years. You are so fair and respectful to all these women. And you always have an interesting insight, keep up all the good content!

[@DaniWalker]

Thank you so much!❤❤❤

[@itsjustjae85]

Dani ❤ Another parallel with R’Bonney winning Miss Universe is with that of late Chelsea Smith. Chelsea represented TX in Miss USA and won Miss Universe being crowned by Sushmita Sen of India while she’s also from TX and was crowned by Harnaaz Sandu of India 💕 it was destined for her to win that night ❤❤

[@angelique8066]

Absolutely. They both made ground breaking history when they won Miss Texas USA as well. Chelsi was the first African American to be crowned Miss Texas USA while R’bonney was the first Asian American to be crowned Miss Texas USA. And they also both half white with white mothers too.

[@TamaTOIKIYO]

Her win was deserving for her. Also I noticed the crown matches the color scheme of her dress perfectly 🥰

[@lukes.3488]

She said that she and her gown maker decided to add blue stones to her black gown when they saw that the new crown is majority blue in color.

[@mysticgirl916]

@@lukes.3488 That's what she told Anne in the post-show press conference

[@goldmaple5290]

R' Bonny Gabriel was the best. Im glad Miss USA won Miss Universe Dani. Its about time a Miss USA won Miss Universe. She really killed it in the interview questions. I loved Miss Venezeula. She reminded me a little bit of Melania Trump. I knew it would come down to those two contestants.

[@drpop_25]

I guess the girls who's gonna compete Miss universe 2023 should have a strong advocacy profile and unique community project. And of course have to be A game in Pasarela. And have to check all the boxes A really deserving winner And a very strong Top 5 Love from India 🇮🇳

[@baltazarferdz]

Ms USA deserves to win. Her hands on performace made her win. She have shown the hungry to win just like Catriona’s preparation😊

[@MyMiracleMomma]

Hey Dani your passion and positivity flew out the screen and into my living room. I enjoyed this more than watching the actual bc u bring so much love and respect. I’m a fan now 😊 thank yew 🥳 p.s. Yes to Rb she is so everything and broke some serious ceilings it seems 💪❤️💪 yay !

[@TaniaT6]

None of the Q&A answers were a mic drop for me... they were all on the same level so it was really anyone's game, congratulations to Rbonney👏👏👑

[@guywithaplant]

Have been patiently waiting for your MU recap video!

[@DaniWalker]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@guywithaplant]

@@DaniWalker absolutely! I watch all of your pageant videos 😃

[@siphesihleoliphant8734]

After Ndavi 🇿🇦 didn't make Top 5, I immediately switched over to Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 she was so perfect 💯🥺♥️🔥👑

[@kitsothihira]

For me I switched to DR, Venezuela and USA 😂😂

[@siphesihleoliphant8734]

@Kitso Thihira all my adopted favourites when SA does not progress further end up placing 2nd RU (Miss Peru in 2020 and now Miss DR)😭🤣

[@Carolesoriginalpieces]

I have been anxiously awaiting this video. Another great video, thank you so much

[@DaniWalker]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@verram98]

Love your insights Dani especially the “walking out”situation during finals .. Moving forward do you think the girls need to pay more attention to the “transformational leader” slogan of MU? I feel like a lot of the girls got caught out during this ownership transition where the girls mostly focused on their physical aspects during training and advocacy was merely lip service or cliche acts based on their bios .. and they failed to discuss in detail the advocacy of being a transformational leader during the closed door interview

[@DaniWalker]

I'm not sure what happened behind closed door interviews, but I believe it's always important to substantiate your advocacy.

[@tobyheidt3048]

Dear Dani, Thank you for such a heartfelt and energetic and wonderful recap of miss universe. I’m super excited that you were able to have that front row seat. You did an amazing job with this recap, and I really look forward to whatever else you’re going to put out about Miss universe. Also I am so grateful that you showed our Miss Canada in her evening gown, I thought she looked absolutely stunning in her finals gown. To me it is evident that Miss Canada worked extremely hard and I thought that she represented Canada so very well. I am a proud Canadian 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 of our Miss Canada, Amelia. Thank you for the features that you included miss Canada in during these last two weeks of your pageant coverage. I really love following your Danny and I will continue to support your channel Thank you so much, Raylene .

[@rajay0214]

I was so Happy to see you in NOLA at the Miss Universe! I'm a subscriber and a loyal fan. Keep it coming !

[@pierremarielucente]

Your recap is perhaps the BEST. I always love checking on your contents although I have not subscribed to your channel ... but NOW I did. Haha. Great recap. It's so enjoyable to watch.

[@DaniWalker]

I appreciate that! 💕💕💕

[@lemnikim7388]

Congratulations Ms. R’Bonney Gabriel for winning Miss Universe! There is no doubt that you stand out among all the other contestants. More power to you!👍🏼❤️

[@soniahofman9375]

Dani, I am glad to see you being happy for R'Bonney. It was so sad watching Shandi's recap talking about other contestants and not acknowledging home country girl for doing such an amazing job. 🙂👋

[@danenglish6148]

I don’t remember seeing a Miss. Universe that was THAT close between the top two.

[@katuraychampacka2068]

Where is Ms. Montana, Heather Lee O'Karen now?

[@carolgunnell2008]

Loved your recap! Thank you for all you do! You rock!

[@DaniWalker]

Thanks so much!!

[@dykvidz]

I'm thinking the same and have been saying the same while defending Rbonney ( being a Filipino Houstonian myself) from online bashers. Luv your videos and keep it up.

[@DaniWalker]

🙏🏼🙏🏼thank you!!

[@dykvidz]

@@DaniWalker Hi Dani. just checking if you sent me a message that I will contact you in Telegram to make sure it's from you.

[@mysticgirl916]

@@dykvidz It's someone using Dani's likeness to scam people

[@davidcartledge5766]

There is such a difference in the production of every major pageant including Miss Universe these days! All of them used to be on TV instead of stupid streaming apps, they all had tv networks with commercial sponsors and they were a huge deal! I MISS THAT AND I KNOW MILLIONS ACROSS THE USA & THE WORLD MISS THAT! Especially the contestants who I am sure do not get the huge prizes they used to get! I’M OFFICIALLY ASKING A TV NETWORK TO SIGN CONTRACTS WITH MISS USA, MISS TEEN USA, MISS UNIVERSE, MISS AMERICA AND MISS AMERICA OUTSTANDING TEEN!!!! If I had the money and support, I would create a specific channel named “The Pageant Channel” and I would broadcast pageants 24/7 past and present! I would also buy rights from all pageants mentioned to air their PREMIERE on LIVE TV, gain sponsors to fund the programming, give the contestants to every pageant nice prizes and make the pageant experience GREAT FOR EVERYONE WATCHING AGAIN! Now, who is with me? This can be done!!!

[@gregory_the_griffon]

As long as you have the billions, you will able to do that. Although, this Is hope to happen soon.

[@LifeOdysseyMotivation]

The moment she joined the Miss USA and told her community involvement through her own company by helping to better the lives of others and when she answered thise questions and then she won, I said... "wow! This lady is not a joke! She has all the qualities that the new Miss Universe criteria is looking for. Then I said again, "with that compelling and authentic life story by helping other that she has been doing for thirteen years..... as in 13 years! Like woottt??? Ok fine she already have a definite and absolute passport for Top 5 and Top three! At Miss U! And she could even win! And during saturday's Miss U event when she answered the Top 5 Q & A alone, this is it! It sealed the deal!!! She won! I began celebrating already after she answered the top 5 Q & A.

[@cullenmyles1]

I think some countries fans need to realize that their contestant doesn't DESERVE to place every year just because you think she is the best. Its great that you support your contestant but its a competition with just one winner. If your contestant doesn't advance or even win, then it just wasn't her year. I get so tired of certain fans saying a contestant DESERVED it. Especially when you are not a judge nor seen how interviews went. I was very happy to see countries with low sash factor start placing. Just like last year. Its makes the show more exciting and surprising. If we just have the same countries advancing every year then why should other countries even send a contestant. Lets all just enjoy the show and see who wins. Some fans take this wayyyyyy to seriously.

[@lindzeesudberry3115]

I am so proud for r’bonney and Dani that also means we get a new miss USA Morgan rommono

[@DaniWalker]

💕💕💕👑

[@ayensworld]

Miss U.S.A. deserved the win. Let's give it to her and enough with politics.

[@kenjaybelminita5348]

Miss universe should include her as one of the judges in the future or commentator. The best reactor so far 👏

[@DaniWalker]

🙏🏼🙏🏼💕 thank you

[@apcubanis09]

Thank you Dani! I always love your recap and how unbiased you present your opinion. I really hope R’Bonney has an amazing year so she can shut all the Latino people that had been bashing none stop since her crowning. She truly earned that crown with hard work and determination.

[@mysticgirl916]

I can't stand the fact that many Latin fans were bashing R'Bonney accusing her of fraud, "stealing the crown" from their favorites, calling her ugly, calling her a man, etc. Harnaaz got it from Paraguay fans when she beat Nadia in 2021, even Pia got bashed by Colombians in 2015! The fact of the matter is that R'Bonney is the rightful winner no matter how many Venezuelan flag emojis people spam on social media

[@MrHnd1988]

Again, one of the best MU 2022 recaps! Thank you Dani

[@sinuonhill7808]

Congratulations to Miss USA 🇺🇸 won the Crown 👑🤴 so happy for her great job R’bonney 👏👏👏👏🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤😍

[@jonathanakinwale2639]

I may get some heat for this, but I think it needs to be said anyways. Had there been a mixed judging panel of both men & women, I’m almost certain that Venezuela 🇻🇪 would have walked away with the title. In fact, I’m sure that all the results from whom made the first round all the way to the winner would have been different. These past few years, the organization has really been pushing the envelope with the Women Empowerment Initiative, which I can appreciate cause women still don’t have access to huge platforms to support their causes like men do, BUT let’s remember that Miss Universe isn’t just a role-model for women. Miss Universe is a role-model for ALL people. Men & Women, Boys & Girls, Young & Old we are all supporters of this platform that gives women a voice for their personal causes. I just hope that moving forward this new leadership will take into account the male perspective and how important it can also be ✨

[@mashalam]

My fav during the crowning moment where the Top2 trying their best to be on top on each other hand lol 😆 and finally USA made it on Top before the announcement n yasssss she won!!!!

[@rodrigocordova8452]

Congratulations Miss Universe USA ❤❤❤

[@alexanderpowell4789]

This is why I said before that Miss USA organization needs to hire you for your expertise.

[@DaniWalker]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💕

[@mtkgee6381]

When Miss South Africa walked out in evening wear oh my God, I Gasped wooow she was Amazing so unique so African yet Glamorous. Her dress colour popped onstage.... If I was a judge I would have put her on top 5 without a doubt, only because she deserved it. Q and A this girl was going to Nail it, I mean it would have been a mic drop for sure. 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@GirlofGlamour89]

Another parallel. In 1995, Miss USA (from Texas) was crowned by Miss Universe from India. Same as this year. I truly feel like it was destiny. I truly feel like it was meant for her. I just have to say the hate R’Bonney is getting is absolutely sickening. Like it’s a shame that people are so hateful. Anyone in the Top 3 could have won. It’s a shame.

[@DaniWalker]

Oh my gosh, thanks for sharing that fun fact. I didn't know that. So cool. I'm so sorry she's experiencing that. I feel like it happens with every pageant. But, R'Bonney has taken a lot of that. I feel like it's never easy but what she experienced after USA has prepared her.

[@PungiFungi]

Another parallel… the last Asian Miss USA to win also have Venezuela as her runner up and Curacao as a finalist.

[@daniellewurster9504]

I’m an avid true crime podcaster and this brings more tears to my eyes. These ladies have such big dreams, it’s so moving to watch their journeys

[@jeromefroilan7115]

Sportmanship in any competition is not just winning but how you accept defeat.

[@MAIKAIBOY]

Thanks for empathizing with R’Bonney and the tumultuous reign she was forced to have initially as Miss USA. I hope the mean girls in the 2022 Miss USA class are eating their words & allegations because like you said, she won AT MISS UNIVERSE on her own merit. Also interesting how Okeefe placed her instagram on private right after the crowning. Very interesting.