Greece's Olivia Vasilopoulos Arrives in Puerto Rico for Miss Universe 2026

Olivia Vasilopoulos, Greece's representative for the 75th Miss Universe competition, has arrived in Puerto Rico to a warm welcome from residents and media attention. Born and raised in Australia with strong Greek cultural roots, she plans to represent her ancestral home at the Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum in San Juan. Her presence is particularly symbolic for the diaspora community in Greece.

However, the competition faces significant challenges as 15 countries have withdrawn before the finale begins. Austria's Victoria Amerson and Bulgaria's Ana-Maria withdrew due to personal health reasons following a car crash, while six Asian nations exited amid franchise disputes.