R’Bonney Gabriel is an American fashion designer, model, and beauty queen who was crowned Miss Universe 2022, becoming the oldest entrant to be crowned and the ninth delegate from the United States to win the title. She was previously crowned Miss USA 2022.
Early Life and Education
R’Bonney Nola Gabriel was born on March 20, 1994, in Houston, Texas, to a Filipino father and a white American mother. She grew up in Missouri City and later Friendswood with three older brothers. Gabriel graduated from the University of North Texas with a bachelor’s degree in fashion design with a minor in fibers.
Family
Gabriel’s father is from Manila, Philippines, and her mother is from Beaumont, Texas. She has three older brothers.
Career and Achievements
R’Bonney Gabriel’s career in fashion began at a young age. She learned how to sew from her grandmother and mother, both of whom were seamstresses. As a child, Gabriel would often create her own clothes and accessories, experimenting with different fabrics and patterns.
After graduating from the University of North Texas with a degree in fashion design, Gabriel began working as a designer creating eco-friendly clothing. She was passionate about sustainability and wanted to create fashionable and environmentally conscious clothing.
Gabriel’s unique designs quickly caught the fashion industry’s attention, and she was soon invited to showcase her collections at various fashion events across the country. Her collections were praised for their innovative use of eco-friendly materials and their sophisticated yet playful aesthetic.
In addition to her work as a designer, Gabriel also pursued a career as a model. She was signed by one of the top modeling agencies in the country and quickly began booking high-profile modeling gigs. Her striking looks and charismatic personality made her a favorite among photographers and designers alike.
Gabriel’s big break came when she entered the Miss Texas USA pageant in 2022. She won the pageant and went on to compete in the Miss USA pageant, where she was crowned Miss USA 2022. Gabriel became the first Miss USA of Filipino descent and only the second titleholder to come from Texas.
Following her victory at the Miss USA pageant, Gabriel represented the United States at the Miss Universe 2022 pageant. She was crowned Miss Universe 2022, becoming the ninth delegate from the United States to win the title. Gabriel’s victory was particularly noteworthy as she was the oldest entrant to be crowned, surpassing Andrea Meza of Mexico.
Throughout her career, Gabriel has remained committed to using fashion as a tool for positive change. She continues to create eco-friendly clothing and uses her platform as a model and beauty queen to raise awareness about sustainability and environmental issues.
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Filmography
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Personal Life
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Awards
| No | Award Name | Category | Movie | Year | Nominate/Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Miss USA | Beauty Pageant | – | 2022 | Won |
| 2. | Miss Universe | Beauty Pageant | – | 2022 | Won |
Gabriel won Miss USA 2022 and later represented the United States at Miss Universe 2022, winning the title.
