Miss is found dead after earthquakes in Venezuela: "Devastating"
Skarlent Rodríguez, Miss Grand Orlando 2025, was found dead after the earthquakes that hit Venezuela last week. The information was confirmed by the international organization of the competition this Wednesday (1st).
"With deep sorrow, we mourn the tragic passing of Skarlent Rodríguez, Miss Grand Orlando 2025, following the devastating earthquake that hit Venezuela", began Miss Grand International, one of the biggest beauty pageants in the world.
"We extend our sincerest condolences to her family, loved ones, and all those affected by this heartbreaking disaster. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Venezuela at this difficult time. May they find strength, comfort, and unity as they navigate the days ahead. May she rest in eternal peace," the organization added.
Miss Grand Florida also mourned her passing. "During this time of immense grief, the Miss Grand Florida Pageant extends its deepest condolences to Skarlent's family, friends and loved ones. We stand with them in solidarity, love and prayer as they navigate this heartbreaking loss," they wrote.
"She was admired for her elegance, kindness, strength, and inspiring spirit. Her presence and positivity touched everyone in our pageant family, and she will be remembered for the light she brought both onstage and off. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her," they added.
Miss was with her boyfriend
According to the local press, Skarlent Rodríguez was with her boyfriend when she disappeared after the earthquake that hit the La Guaira region, in Venezuela. The couple was in their apartment in the Catia La Mar area.
After more than five days of searching, her and her boyfriend's bodies were located amid the rubble.
On social media, Skarlent left a message on the air about the possibility of competing in Miss Universe Venezuela.
Mister also died
The organization of the Mister Turismo La Guaira 2026 competition confirmed, last Saturday (27), the death of Cristhian Anibal Teixeira Bazan. He is one of the victims of the earthquake in Venezuela, which left almost 2,000 people dead.
Cristhian, 19 years old, represented the city of La Guaira in a beauty contest aimed at young people. In a note released on social media, the organization said goodbye to the manager.
"A star adds to the sky! You left an immense void in our hearts; words are not enough to express what your acquaintances and family feel, fly high, our crazy pilot", they wrote.
Cristhian's body was located amid the rubble of the Arichuna Residences building, in Los Corales. He was at a friend's house when the earthquake occurred.
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Source: CNN