The pride was palpable. Cuban TV host Lili Estefan experienced one of the most touching moments of the evening as her daughter, Lina Luaces, was crowned Miss Universe Cuba 2025. During the final gala of the national pageant held this Tuesday, cameras captured the precise moment Lina was announced as the winner. From the audience, Lili couldn't hold back her tears as she waved a giant sign with her daughter's image.
In the footage, Lili is seen shouting, placing her hands over her face and heart, surrounded by family and friends who shared her enthusiasm. The moment was so powerful that it moved even those attending the event, where Lina Luaces' name, representing Santiago de Cuba, echoed loudly as the chosen one to represent the nation in the 74th edition of Miss Universe, set to take place on November 21, 2025, at the Impact Arena in Pak Kret, Thailand.
Beyond her dedication and charm, Lina Luaces also gained headlines due to her connection with one of the most beloved families in the Cuban exile community: she is the daughter of Lili Estefan and the niece of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. However, her triumph was not solely a media sensation; it was the culmination of months of hard work, jury interviews, and standout performances in each phase of the competition.
Lili Estefan's reaction not only went viral on social media but also became a powerful symbol of a mother's pride in seeing her daughter shine on a national stage, soon to be an international one.