Miss Venezuela, Stefanía Fernández crowned Miss Universe 2009.

It made history when an outgoing queen crowned her successor from the same country, Stefanía Fernández, Miss Venezuela, was crowned MISS UNIVERSE® 2009 by outgoing titleholder Dayana Mendoza of Venezuela.

Miss Venezuela, Stefania Fernandez, is 18-years-old and she is interested in International Relations.

The judging panel for the 2009 Miss Universe Pageant included:

1. Dean Cain, actor and producer best known for his TV portrayal of Clark Kent/Superman.

2. Colin Cowie, author/television personality/designer to the stars.

3. Gerry DeVeaux, award-winning producer, songwriter and style guru.

4. Farouk Shami, Founder and Chairman of CHI Hair Care.

5. Heather Kerzner, Ambassador for Kerzner International and their resorts, including Atlantis, Paradise Island.

6. Richard LeFrak, Chairman, President and CEO, LeFrak Organization.

7. George Maloof Jr., professional sports mogul and hotelier.

8. Valeria Mazza, international supermodel.

9. Matthew Rolston, leading photographer and director.

10. Andre Leon Talley, award-winning writer and editor.

11. Tamara Tunie, actress, "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit".

12. Keisha Whitaker, fashion maven and founder of the Kissable Couture lip gloss line.

Final results	Contestant
Miss Universe 2009	Venezuela - Stefanía Fernández
1st Runner-up	Dominican Republic - Ada de la Cruz
2nd Runner-up	Kosovo - Marigona Dragusha
3rd Runner-up	Australia - Rachael Finch
4th Runner-up	Puerto Rico - Mayra Matos
Top 10	France - Chloé Mortaud South Africa - Tatum Keshwar Czech Republic - Iveta Lutovská Switzerland - Whitney Toyloy USA - Kristen Dalton
Top 15	Albania - Hasna Xhukiçi Belgium - Zeynep Sever Sweden - Renate Cerljen Croatia - Sarah Ćosić Iceland - Ingibjörg Ragnheiður Egilsdóttir

First Runner-Up: Will assume the duties of MISS UNIVERSE® 2009 if the titleholder for some reason cannot fulfill her responsibilities.

Award	Winner
Miss Congeniality	China - Wang Jingyao
Miss Photogenic	Thailand - Chutima Durongdej
Best National Costume	Panama - Diana Broce

Miss Photogenic Universe™ Award: The general public voted on www.nbc.com for the delegate who exemplifies beauty through the lens of a camera. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize and a gift from pageant sponsor Diamond Nexus Labs.

Miss Congeniality Universe™ Award: This award reflects the respect and admiration of the delegate’s peers, who voted for her as the most congenial, charismatic and inspirational participant. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize and a gift from Diamond Nexus Labs.

The MISS UNIVERSE® 2009 prize package includes:

1. The Miss Universe tiara and jewelry designed by Diamond Nexus Labs.

2. A two-year scholarship from the New York Film Academy worth more than $100,000 dollars to its acting or film-making programs.

3. An eveningwear wardrobe from Carlos Alberto; a custom swimsuit wardrobe from BSC Swimwear Thailand.

4. A shoe collection from Nina Footwear; an assortment of Luxe Collection video cameras from DXG USA.

5. A six-day/five-night vacation for two at Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas with air travel accommodations by JetBlue Airways.

6. A year-long supply of Farouk Systems products, makers of CHI, the original Ceramic Technology tools.

7. A Skype kit featuring a laptop computer, webcam, speakers and a one-year Unlimited World plan to talk to friends and family.

8. Membership to Gravity Fitness and pampering at John Barrett Salon.

9. A fashion portfolio by leading fashion photographer Fadil Berisha.

10. Dermatology and skincare services by Dr. Cheryl Thellman-Karcher.

11. Consultations with personal stylist Billie Causieestko and access to an event wardrobe from leading fashion designers.

12. A New York City apartment for the year of her reign including living expenses and professional representation by the Miss Universe Organization to further her personal and professional goals.