Watch Miss Universe Pageant live on NBC and Telemundo, Monday, August 23 (8-10 p.m. ET) from Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.

The fabulous beauty pageant in the world will be on its 59th year showcasing beauty, talent and intelligence. Each contestant, representing over 80 countries around the world, will compete in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview. Get ready to witness this year gorgeous, stunning, exhillirating, sexy, extremely smart ladies.

Miss Universe 2009, Stefania Fernandez, will crown her successor at the conclusion of the two-hour telecast. She has spent her reign traveling all over the world as an advocate for HIV/AIDS education, research and legislation. The woman crowned Miss Universe 2010 will continue to do the same.