Vanessa Pulgarín Monsalve

Vanessa Pulgarín Monsalve, born on September 13, 1991, in Medellín, Colombia, is a model, aspiring communicator, and social leader set to represent her country at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand. With a strong background in beauty pageants, she was crowned Miss Colombia in September 2024, marking a significant return for Antioquia to the national competition. Pulgarín has a solid educational foundation, currently studying Social Communication and Journalism at Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, which enhances her understanding of media influence. Beyond modeling, she is dedicated to social causes, focusing on education, sports, and emotional health, aiming to inspire positive change through her reign. A former Señorita Antioquia and Virreina Nacional, she has represented Colombia internationally and promotes a healthy lifestyle through fitness and yoga.