Zuleyka Rivera is a Puerto Rican actress, model, and beauty queen, best known for winning the title of Miss Universe in 2006. Born on October 23, 1987, in Cayey, Puerto Rico, she gained international fame for her beauty and poise during the competition held in Los Angeles, California. After her reign as Miss Universe, Rivera pursued a career in entertainment, appearing in various television shows and films. She has also worked as a model and has been involved in philanthropic efforts, focusing on issues such as education and health in her home country of Puerto Rico.