Leila Lopez

Miss Lopes was crowned Miss Universe 2011 in São Paulo, Brazil, on September 12, 2011 after beating 88 competitors. Prior to being crowned, Miss Lopes held the title of Miss Angola Universe and was active with various social causes in her country.She worked with poor children and the elderly, as well as helped educate the Angolan community about HIV/AIDS.

I am humbled and honored to be called upon to serve as a Drylands Ambassador for the Convention.

— Leila Lopes