Transsexual model to represent Spain in Miss Universe contest

Transsexual model to represent Spain in Miss Universe contest, Daily Mail has reported.

Angela Ponce, 26, from Seville makes history by becoming the first.

As part of the prize, Ms Ponce will now have the opportunity to compete for Spain at the prestigious Miss Universe pageant in the Philippines later this year.

Ms Ponce wrote on Instagram shortly after her win: 'Bringing the name and colours of Spain before the universe is my great dream.

'My goal is to be a spokesperson for a message of inclusion, respect and diversity not only for the LGBTQ+ community but also for the entire world.'

She previously represented Cadiz in the 2015 Miss World Spain contest, but lost to Miss Barcelona Mireia Lalaguna who went on to win the top prize. 

Despite Angela's participation, at the time the Miss World Organization did not accept transgender contestants.