The New Paper Singapore beauty queen braves risks to take part in Miss Universe Miss Bernadette Belle Ong believes that the beauty contestants can help spread goodwill and light amid the pandemic. PHOTO: INSTAGRAM/BERNADETTEBELLE After 3 long-haul flights, Bernadette Belle Ong finally reaches Florida, which is averaging 3,000 daily Covid cases 0 Engagements Despite the Covid-19 pandemic still raging in the US, Miss Bernadette Belle Ong is risking it all to compete in the Miss Universe beauty pageant, which is taking place on May 17 in Miami, Florida. The 26-year-old model-actress-host joined Miss Universe Singapore (MUS) 2019, where she won the Miss Charm subsidiary award.