Overview
- During the Nov. 19 preliminaries in Thailand, Leonora Lysglimt-Rodland, 19, presented a salmon-inspired national costume that opened to reveal spine and “entrails” details.
- Video clips spread quickly on X, drawing polarized reactions that ranged from ridicule to praise for the bold, theatrical concept.
- Miss Norway’s organization and sources including Seafood from Norway linked the choice to the country’s fishing identity and sustainability messaging.
- Coverage contrasted Norway’s literal fish design with lauded looks such as Miss Mexico’s, helping make the national-costume segment a major talking point before the final.
- Most outlets identified the contestant as Leonora Lysglimt-Rodland, though one report used the name “Mina Oceana,” a listing not otherwise corroborated.