Andreina Martínez Faunier is a Dominican-American model, beauty queen and psychologist who was crowned 2nd runner-up at the 71st Miss Universe pageant (2022) held on 14 January 2023. In 2021, she earned the title of Miss Dominican. Republic.
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Wiki/Biography
Andreina Martínez Faunier-Rosado was born on Monday, 22 September 1997 (age 25 years; as of 2022) in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic. Her zodiac sign is Virgo. Andreina completed her schooling at Bronx Bridges High School, New York City in 2015. In 2019, he earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the City College of New York. Here he also studied Latino. During college, Andreina was a part of several organizations, including the Dominican Student Association, Habitat for Humanity, and SEEDS.
childhood photo of andreina martinez
Physical Appearance
Height (approx): 6′
Weight (Approx): 50 kg
Hair Colour: Brown
Eye colour: brown
Picture Measurements (Approx): 30-26-32
Family
parents and siblings
Andreina has a brother named Juan Martínez.
Andreina Martínez with her father and brother
husband and children
He is unmarried.
nationality
Since he was born in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic in 1997, he holds Dominican citizenship. At the age of about 13, she moved to the United States after which she became an American citizen.
livelihood
In 2018, Andreina Martínez got the opportunity to walk the ramp at New York Fashion Week 2018.
Andrea Martínez during New York Fashion Week 2018
beauty pageants
Miss Republica Dominicana 2021
On November 7, 2021, Martínez represented the Dominican community in the United States and won the title of Miss República Dominicana 2021. He competed against 14 other candidates at the event, which was held at the Salón de Eventos Sambil in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Andreina Martínez receiving the crown after winning the title of Miss Republica Dominicana 2021
24-year-old Andreina Martínez was to compete at Miss Universe 2021; However, it was later announced that she had been infected with COVID-19 which led her to withdraw her name and go into quarantine. She was then replaced by Miss República Dominicana 2021 first runner-up, Debbie Aflalo, who later represented the Dominican Republic at Miss Universe 2021 in Eilat, Israel on 12 December 2021. Andreina was later named as Miss Dominican Republic 2022 and said that she would compete. In the 2022 edition.
miss universe 2022
On January 15, 2023, 25-year-old Martínez competed against 83 other candidates and represented the Dominican Republic at Miss Universe 2022, held at the Ernest N. It was held at the Morial Convention Centre. During the competition they were asked what was the biggest obstacle that women face in their country and what measures should be taken regarding it. To which Andreina replied,
I believe that the biggest obstacle women face in my country is access to education. There are many women and children in our country who cannot go to school and they lack the facilities to go to school and I believe that now we should do something about this. We need to make sure that kids are able to be kids, that they want to play, that they want to educate themselves. Neither be mothers, nor be wives. Now is the time to act.”
During the final round of Miss Universe 2022, Andreina Martínez was asked how she would work to demonstrate “that Miss Universe is an empowering and progressive organization” if she wins. He surprised everyone by saying,
I understand that the Miss Universe Organization is looking for an ambassador, someone who is able to deliver the message. I have been working for women’s rights for as long as I can remember. I’m here to show us that no matter where you come from, your background doesn’t define you. Your courage and determination are you. And I will show my ownership and determination by working in this organization every day.
She won the second runner-up title at Miss Universe 2022, while R’Bonnie Gabriel of the United States was crowned the 71st Miss Universe.
(L to R); Amanda Dudamel, R’Bonnie Gabriel and Andreena Martínez on stage for Miss Universe 2022 in New Orleans, US
Other work
In 2016, Andreina worked as an academic tutor and until 2020 taught Spanish language to foreign students studying at the City University of New York City College. In 2016, she became an ambassador for America Needs You, a non-profit organization. In 2017, Martínez interned under Senator José Serrano in the New York State Senate for four months. From September 2017 to May 2018, she was a health teacher at Peer Health Exchange, where she provided health education to high school students from 9th grade to 12th grade. In 2018, Andreina worked as a Capitol Hill intern for Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand in Washington, DC. It was in the office of Senator Kirsten Gillibrand where she found her passion for protecting women’s rights and became an advocate for public policy that advances women. Later, he worked as a legislative and budget intern at the New York City Council. Martínez has been working for women empowerment and their rights since the age of 16. Martínez is the program coordinator at the Center for Women’s Equality, a non-profit organization based in Washington, DC. She advocates for women’s rights in Latin America and the Caribbean. As a volunteer, Andreina is involved with CUNY Caucus Scholars and SEEK, among other organizations.
Favorite
- Makeup Brand: NARS Cosmetics
- Sports: Volleyball, Softball, Roller Skating
- Miss Universe Winner: Amelia Vega (Dominican Model)
- Book: “The Old Man and the Sea” by Ernest Hemingway.
Facts/General Knowledge
- The gender-specific pronouns of Andreana are she/her.
- While studying in school, Andreina was the captain of the school softball team.
- In 2016, she was recognized as the highest achieving student with an excellent record by the SEEK Program at the City College of New York.
- In 2018, she was honored with the Hispanic Heritage Month Pay It Forward Challenge: Latinx Student Making a Difference by advancing opportunities in her local communities as a student during Hispanic Heritage Month.
- According to Martínez, she is skilled in communications, leadership, legislative positions, and community outreach.
- She follows a carnivore diet and considers pastelón (Puerto Rican plantain “lasagna”) to be one of the best dishes she has ever tasted.
- In an interview, while talking about her favorite childhood memories, Martínez recalled the time when she was young and would go to her grandmother’s house to spend quality time at the beach. She also said she loves cooking dinner with her grandmother and making fresh juice from the trees in her garden.
- In an interview, talking about her favorite dance, Martínez said that she loves bachata dance.
- In her free time, Martínez enjoys reading and cooking.
- When Andreina studied at school she learned to swim.
- Martínez aims to become the first female Ambassador of the Dominican Republic to the United Nations.
- He is fluent in languages like English and Spanish.
- Martínez is the winner of Google’s Pay It Forward award, which she received for her dedication to the Dominican community.
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