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Sheynnis Palacios

Sheynnis Alondra Palacios Cornejo is a Nicaraguan model and beauty pageant titleholder who won Miss Universe 2023.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sheynnis Alondra Palacios Cornejo is a Nicaraguan model and beauty pageant titleholder who won Miss Universe 2023. She is the first woman from Nicaragua, and the first Central American, to win the Miss Universe crown. Before Miss Universe, she held several national pageant titles and worked in media and community-focused roles.

Early life and education

Sheynnis Palacios was born in Diriamba, Nicaragua, on 30 May 2000. Sources describe her as having studied mass communication at Universidad Centroamericana in Managua.

Pageant career

Palacios built her pageant career through national titles, including Miss Teen Nicaragua 2016, Miss World Nicaragua 2020, and Miss Nicaragua 2023. She later represented Nicaragua at Miss Universe 2023 and won the international title.

Miss Universe 2023 victory

She won Miss Universe 2023 in San Salvador, El Salvador, becoming Nicaragua's first Miss Universe winner. The win was widely reported as a historic moment for Nicaragua and Central America.

Public image and work

Sources describe Palacios as working in media and community-related roles, including journalism, television presenting, and community promotion. Some reporting also links her public platform to mental health advocacy.

Key facts

Won Miss Universe 2023 in San Salvador, El Salvador.
First Nicaraguan and first Central American to win Miss Universe.
Previously won Miss Teen Nicaragua 2016, Miss World Nicaragua 2020, and Miss Nicaragua 2023.
Studied mass communication at Universidad Centroamericana.
Worked as a model, journalist, TV host, and community promoter.

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Canadian context

Sheynnis Palacios has relevance to Canadian readers mainly through international pageantry coverage and Latin American cultural news. Her Miss Universe win was reported globally, including in Canadian and international entertainment coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sheynnis Palacios?

Sheynnis Palacios is a Nicaraguan model and beauty pageant titleholder best known for winning Miss Universe 2023.

What is Sheynnis Palacios known for?

She is known for becoming the first Nicaraguan to win Miss Universe, after earlier winning several national pageant titles.

When was Sheynnis Palacios born?

She was born on 30 May 2000.

Where is Sheynnis Palacios from?

She is from Diriamba, Nicaragua.

What titles did Sheynnis Palacios win before Miss Universe?

Reported earlier titles include Miss Teen Nicaragua 2016, Miss World Nicaragua 2020, and Miss Nicaragua 2023.

References

Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheynnis_Palacios
Supports: Birth date, nationality, Miss Universe 2023 win, and earlier titles.
Wikipedia — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheynnis_Palacios
Supports: Full name, birthplace, and earlier national titles.
Wikipedia — https://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheynnis_Palacios
Supports: Birthplace, occupation, and Miss Universe 2023 title.
NDTV — https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/sheynnis-palacios-5-points-on-miss-universe-2023-4586483
Supports: Miss Universe 2023 victory, prior titles, and education details.
Rappler — https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/pageants/things-to-know-profile-sheynnis-palacios-miss-universe-2023/
Supports: Miss Universe 2023 win and description as a mental health activist.
Coyuntura — https://www.coyuntura.co/sheynnis
Supports: Model, journalist, community promoter, earlier titles, and Miss Universe 2023 win.