57 Quotes by Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters

Nothing will land on your lap, you need to work hard and fight for your dreams.

You can be beautiful and you can be smart and you can make a meaningful difference in your community, in your country, in your world.

When you are yourself, there is no wrong and there is no right, because being authentic and true to who you are and owning it is all anyone could ever ask of you.

There are so many girls in school who don't know about the opportunities out there. As a graduate, I only realised things about the business world after I completed my studies.

I want someone to look at me and find a little of themselves in me.

When you enjoy the moment you're in, it shows in your actions, it shows in your words, in your expressions and in your eyes.

Living in New York, no big deal. I am loving New York - there is something about the energy.

Winning the Miss Universe title was not only a personal victory but a victory for the whole rainbow nation. I couldn't be more proud to represent South Africa. I hope this will inspire every single girl with a dream, that with hard work and dedication any dream is reachable.

I grew up in Sedgefield, which is in the heart of the area along the Garden Route that has been ravaged by fire.