A Mexican newspaper published that Miss Universe is Colombian, and that her documents were forged [1] [es] so that she could represent Angola. Territorio Chocoano adds that Leila Lopes’ place of birth would be Nóvita, in the Chocó department [2] [es] (the department with the largest population with African-descent). A Colombian magazine published Miss Universe's response denying the report [3] [es], while on Twitter [4] netizens commented on the rumor.
Colombia: Could Miss Universe be Colombian?
· Written by Cati Restrepo Translated by Silvia Viñas
Categories: Latin America, Angola, Colombia, Citizen Media, Humor