When Iris Salguero was crowned Miss Universe Belize 2020/2021, it caused an outcry in the city as young black women were angered making posts as to why she was assigned. The issue that caused the outcry was that Iris is a daughter of Salvadoran parents and therefore it's not fully Belizean blood.

While Iris’ family came out in support of her through the difficult times, Iris also spoke on the comments as she said, “My roots are Salvadoran through my parents, but nothing can steal away my pride as a born and raised Belizean. Both countries are a representation of who I am. We need to remember our jewel is a melting pot of culture.”

(Photo Credit: Iris Salguero Facebook )

“Look at how racism is pulling other countries apart, we cannot have that in our small but mighty Belize. 7 different ethnic groups and we should never exclude any of them from representing us because each is as a perfect representation of Belize. I support any young lady from any ethnicity that has the courage to put herself out there. Belize United never divided”, she added.

Ever since her appointment, Iris has been doing her best to prepare for her international stint at Miss Universe 2020. There is abolsutely no reason for people to make remarks on the basis of someone’s race and so Iris has shown with her polite yet firm reply to the racist remarks. She is, indeed, a true beauty queen.