Trans Woman Makes History as First Miss Netherlands Pageant Winner, Qualifies for Miss Universe

Rikkie Kolle, a 22-year-old transgender woman, won the Miss Netherlands pageant, becoming the first trans contestant to claim the title.
Kolle will represent the Netherlands in the Miss Universe pageant, where she could become the first trans woman to win the competition.
Kolle's historic win was met with both praise and criticism on social media.
Previous trans contestants have competed in Miss Universe, but none have won the title.
If Kolle wins Miss Universe, she will wear the crown in conservative El Salvador, where trans rights face challenges.