Miss USA crowned Miss Universe 2012

Miss Universe hosts Andy Cohen, left, and Giuliana Rancic, introduce the final round of competition as the five finalists wait to answer questions from the judges during the Miss Universe competition, Dec. 19, 2012, in Las Vegas. Culpo was crowned as Miss Universe. From left, the five finalists were, Miss Brazil, Gabriela Markus, Miss USA, Olivia Culpo, Miss Australia, Renae Ayris, Miss Philippines, Janine Tugonon, and Miss Venezuela, Irene Sofia Esser Quintero.

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Credit: AP Photo/Julie Jacobson