Miss Universe assigns former titleholder to digital hosting role

The Miss Universe organization confirmed over the weekend that Jennifer Colón has joined the event staff as its Digital Host. The announcement came through an Instagram post detailing her new assignment within the pageant's production team.

Colón, who represented Puerto Rico in the 2024 competition, will anchor Crown Confidential. This segment covers behind-the-scenes activities and operations during the pageant. While the organization did not list specific duties, the role typically involves filming interviews and producing exclusive social media content with the delegates.

Colón will likely record these segments during rehearsals in Puerto Rico. The pageant is currently in its final preparation phase ahead of the main event. The grand final is scheduled for November 24.

The decision generated immediate debate among followers of competing candidates. Support came from Colón's fanbase, while criticism emerged from supporters of Fátima Bosch, the current Miss Universe from Mexico. Tensions between the two women have persisted since the previous competition.

Colón publicly questioned Bosch's placement during a television appearance in September. She stated that Bosch should not have won the title and argued that another contestant deserved a top five finish. Colón said, "Fátima nunca debió ganar y Zashely (Alicea o Rivera) tenía que estar en las cinco… honestly I don't know what Fátima was doing there."

Colón's public profile also includes a recent appearance on Telemundo's La Casa de los Famosos. She participated in a segment called El Portal earlier this year, where she faced off against Dominican contestant Celinee Santos.