Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Nola Gabriel is thrilled to be in Mexico for the first time coming back to the Miss Universe stage on its 73rd edition as a preliminary round host.

“I’m excited to be back in the mix with everyone— the contestants, the fans, seeing you familiar faces,” she said.

When asked if she has met the girls, Gabriel said she has only gotten a glimpse of them and has yet to interact with each other.

She did, however, share her biggest tip for the candidates.

“I would just say focus on your strengths and don’t get distracted by anyone else, any other contestants or the fans. You just gotta put your best foot forward. That’s where you find your confidence on stage, in the interview room, and really just through the whole competition.”

The preliminary round will be held in Arena CDMX in Mexico on Nov. 14.

The coronation night will be on November 16 at the same venue.