The finale of the 56th edition of Miss Universe Aruba was held on 20th August 2023 at Renaissance Convention Center, Oranjestad, Aruba where Karol Croes was crowned Miss Universe Aruba 2023. Karol will now represent her country at Miss Universe 2023.

Karol is 27 years of age. The stunning beauty gave a stellar performance at the national competition and through her reign, she wishes to inspire and motivate young girls and women going through low self esteem issues due to broken relationships to break the cycle. “In life, it is important to learn to love yourself, value yourself, and know what you want. Based on this, fight for your dreams and goals in life”, she quotes.

Karol also wants to use her platform to represent the identity of people of Aruba and promote the culture and tourism. But she also wants to empower young entrepreneurs through her platform, giving them the opportunity to help Aruba diversify its economy on an international level.

Also at the finale, Gavriëla Bozo was adjudged as the first runner-up while Anaisa Orman from Oranjestad, Lorraine Oduber from Savaneta and Milenka Janssen from Paradera rounded up the Top 5.

The hosts for the evening were Thessaly Zimmerman, Nurianne Arias, Sandra Werleman while Popcorn Dancers, Loutiza Raven, Rocco Franco were the performers at the finale. The panel of jury included Charles Cruz, Albertico Sambo, Andrew Curiel.