No, she didn’t officially win the Miss Universe crown—but she came so close she literally wore it. Yes, one of the most unforgettable (and awkward) moments in Miss Universe history belongs to Ariadna Gutiérrez. But that’s not why she’s here.
She’s here because she radiates undeniable, head-turning confidence—the kind that makes you pause mid-scroll and do a double-take. Hot as a red star? Honestly, that might still be underselling it. Take a good look, and you’ll see exactly why she earns her spotlight.
Who is Ariadna Gutierrez
Ariadna Gutiérrez is a Colombian actress, model, and beauty queen who became globally famous after one of the most unforgettable moments in pageant history. She was crowned Miss Colombia 2014 and went on to compete at Miss Universe 2015, where she was briefly—and mistakenly—announced as the winner before ultimately finishing as first runner-up. Awkward? Yes. Iconic? Absolutely.
Born on 25 December 1993 in Sincelejo, Colombia, Ariadna studied in Barranquilla and later turned worldwide attention into a full-on career. She’s appeared in films like xXx: Return of Xander Cage and stepped into reality TV with shows such as Celebrity Big Brother. Fun fact: pageant royalty runs in the family—she’s related to Miss Universe 2014 winner Paulina Vega. Proof that even when the crown slips, the spotlight doesn’t.
Her Early Life
Ariadna María Gutiérrez Arévalo was born in Sincelejo, Sucre, Colombia, but she barely stayed put. At just seven months old, her parents moved to Barranquilla, the city where she was raised and where her story really began.
She attended the German School of Barranquilla—clearly a popular choice for future beauty queens—and, fun fact, pageant greatness runs in the family. Ariadna is the cousin of Miss Universe 2014 and Miss Colombia 2013 winner Paulina Vega. Talent, confidence, and good genes? It’s a family affair. And now we wonder, what do her other female cousins look like?
Career Journey
Ariadna Gutiérrez’s pageant journey started strong—and got even stronger. She first earned the title of Miss Sucre 2014 before going on to win Miss Colombia 2014, making history as the first contestant from the Sucre department to ever take the national crown. The win came during the pageant’s 80th edition, held on 17 November 2014 in Cartagena de Indias. Talk about making an entrance.
After her reign, Ariadna returned the favour on 16 November 2015, crowning her successor Andrea Tovar as Miss Colombia 2015. Crown passed, legacy secured.
Then came the moment the world will never forget. Representing Colombia at the 64th Miss Universe pageant, Ariadna was mistakenly announced as the winner by host Steve Harvey—only for the result to be awkwardly corrected moments later, revealing she was actually the first runner-up and that Pia Wurtzbach of the Philippines had won. The incident instantly became one of the most infamous live-TV moments in pageant history. Ariadna later described the experience as humiliating and criticised how the situation was handled, calling it a “great injustice.” Fair enough—few people have had a crown taken back on live television.
After pageantry, Ariadna pivoted smoothly into entertainment. She appeared alongside Vin Diesel in the 2017 action film xXx: Return of Xander Cage and later joined the first American season of Celebrity Big Brother. She made it all the way to finale night, finishing tied for third/fourth place with Mark McGrath—proving that even without the crown, she knows how to keep the spotlight firmly on her.
Facts and Trivia
As of August 2025, Ariadna Gutiérrez serves as an ambassador for the Amazon Conservation Team, helping protect South American rainforests while supporting Indigenous cultures and ancestral knowledge—beauty queen energy, but make it eco-conscious.
She’s also passionate about causes closer to home, backing initiatives that focus on children’s health, supporting underserved communities, and empowering women. Ariadna has spoken openly about mental health and is committed to using her platform to encourage honest conversations around it—proof that strength isn’t just about confidence, it’s about compassion too.
On the TV front, she’s competed on Big Brother and the Spanish-language hit La Casa de los Famosos, because she clearly thrives where cameras and chaos meet. Personally, she describes herself as determined and optimistic, living by the belief that “everything happens for a reason.”
When she’s not saving rainforests or surviving reality TV, Ariadna enjoys healthy living, travelling, fashion (she even has her own sunglasses line), and showing off some seriously impressive makeup skills. In short: glowing, grounded, and always moving forward.
Her Body Measurements
Ariadna stands 5 feet, 11 inches and she rocks a 34-24-35 figure.
Ariadna Gutiérrez Photos
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