Miss Universe contestants pose on stage during the opening of the Miss Universe.



Nadine Chandrawinata, Miss Indonesia 2006, checks out the sword, which is a part of the national costume of Kurara Chibana, Miss Japan 2006.

Miss Universe contestants dance on stage during the opening of the Miss Universe 2006 pageant.


Donald Trump, right, poses backstage with Jacqueline Fernandez, Miss Sri Lanka 2006.