THE 75TH MISS UNIVERSE® TO AIR LIVE ON REELZ ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 AT 8PM ET/ 5PM PT
National Costume Extravaganza to Air Saturday, November 21 at 6pm ET/ 3pm PT and Preliminary Competition to Air Sunday, November 22 at 6pm ET/ 3pm
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Nov. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- REELZ today announced it will air the English language production of the historic 75th Miss Universe pageant live on REELZ on Tuesday, November 24 at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. The 75th edition of Miss Universe 2026 takes place in Puerto Rico with up to 120 delegates from around the world expected to participate in the international beauty pageant.
Ahead of the milestone pageant the Miss Universe 2026 National Costume Extravaganza and Miss Universe 2026 Preliminary Competition will both air live on REELZ. The 75th Miss Universe live telecast builds on the network's pageant history which aired the Miss USA pageant live in 2015. REELZ can be watched on cable, satellite and streaming services nationwide, as well as on the REELZ+ app and as part of a live all access membership on YouTube @Reelzchannel.
"The success of live programming on REELZ has shown how strongly our viewers respond to live events that are captivating, exciting and unpredictable," said Steve Cheskin, REELZ EVP of Programming. "Miss Universe is an iconic global event and a natural opportunity to continue that success. We're thrilled to bring its excitement, spectacle and unforgettable live moments to REELZ audiences."
"As we celebrate 75 years of Miss Universe, we're excited to partner with REELZ to bring this historic edition to English-speaking audiences across the United States," said Ronald Day, CEO of the Miss Universe Organization. "This partnership allows us to expand the reach of Miss Universe and bring fans closer to the excitement of this historic celebration in Puerto Rico."
The highly anticipated National Costume Extravaganza airs Saturday, November 21 at 6pm ET/ 3pm PT and is a vibrant celebration of culture, tradition and national pride where delegates showcase their unforgettable national costumes inspired by history, wildlife and cultural identity. The evening also features a special show inspired by Puerto Rico incorporating dance and elements that celebrate the island's culture and traditions.
On Sunday, November 22 at 6pm ET/ 3pm PT the Miss Universe Preliminary Competition, that includes the swimsuit and evening gown presentations, takes center stage serving as a critical part of the Miss Universe selection process providing delegates with a final opportunity to impress the selection committee ahead of coronation night. The evening will also feature a special musical performance as part of Miss Universe's 75th anniversary celebration with the artists taking part in the show being revealed soon.
About Miss Universe Organization
Founded in 1952, the Miss Universe Organization is a globally recognized institution with more than seven decades of history. The organization offers a distinctive platform for women from around the world, promoting leadership, education, social impact, diversity and personal development among its contestants and titleholders, while continuing its mission to empower and celebrate cultural diversity worldwide.
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