HER impeccable features and supermodel curves have won her thousands of fans around the world.
But all of these beauty queens share one 21st century characteristic – none of them are real.
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The shortlist has just been announced for Miss AI – the world’s first pageant for stunning digital divas, where realism, realism and social influence can earn them the coveted crown.
A whopping 1,500 AI creators from around the world participated in the awards, including the US, Africa, South America, India, Japan, South Korea and Europe.
The contest will also be held in a virtual environment, with a panel of judges for the inaugural awards that includes two of the world’s biggest AI-generated influencers, Emily Pellebrini and Aitana Lopez.
There are real people on the panel too – Miss Great Britain head judge and pageant historian Sally-Ann Fawcett, plus marketing expert Andrew Bloch.
The value of the AI economy is expected to surpass the £1 billion mark this year.
Miss AI is the first pageant of the World AI Creator Awards (WAICAs), sponsored by creator content site Fanvue.
Fanvue co-founder Will Monange says, “We estimate there are about 10,000 AI creators around the world, but what the awards have done is uncover creators that none of us knew about and who have compelling backstories, along with creators talented people behind them creating content for their fans.
“The judges worked hard to evaluate all the entries and we look forward to the final winners being announced at the end of the month.”
The shortlisted contestants will now compete for a place in the Top 3, which will be announced at the end of June through the world’s first AI-generated awards ceremony.
The total prize package is worth over £15,000 and the creator who lands the coveted Miss AI crown will win almost £4,000 in cash, along with a package of benefits including promotion on the Fanvue platform and a dedicated publicist to help increase their reach to new audiences.
Marketing and PR guru Andrew Bloch commented: “AI is the new frontier in content and influencer marketing.
“Just like the Kardashians and other real-life influencers, consumers now want to engage with AI creators and feel part of their lives and journeys.
“From fashion to travel to purpose-built partnerships, these creators greatly deserve their place on the list.”
Here are the AI stunners that made the final list:
Kenza Layli, Morocco – 192k followers on Instagram
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Kenza Layli is part of the world’s first AI family and has quickly become a prominent figure on social media.
Its engaging content is closely linked to Moroccan society, where its aim is to contribute to the empowerment of women in Morocco and the Middle East, whilst also bringing much-needed regulation to the influencer market.
With 192k followers on Instagram, she can earn around £750 per post, and with an output of over 20 per month, she can bring in a whopping £15k per month.
Judge Aitana Lopez says, “The level of detail the creator put into each image, from the clothes to the backgrounds, is excellent and truly deserves a spot on the list.
“We were equally impressed with Kenza’s message and her ability to engage such a substantial audience connected to Moroccan society and women’s empowerment in the Middle East. She illustrates the power of AI creators to convey powerful messages to the world.”
Olivia C, Portugal – 10.6k followers on Instagram
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Olivia is an AI-powered travel blogger and her creator says she’s paving the way for a future where technology fosters connection, stories move us, and the digital and human realms coexist in beautiful harmony.
Judge Sally Ann Fawcett says: “Olivia’s style and personality really shine through in her content, which particularly caught my eye.
“I love that not every photo is a selfie in front of a mirror, but rather of the countries she is visiting, the food she is eating and the landscapes she is experiencing. She’s stylish, interesting, inspiring and you can’t unfollow her.”
Anne Kerdi, France – 9.8k followers on Instagram
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Anne’s credentials as an environmentalist won her an army of fans in her native Brittany, and she became an ambassador for the region.
Judge Andrew Bloch commented: “Anne is a shining example of the positive influence an AI creator can have on the public. I was particularly impressed with your brand’s work with Oceanopolis. She is doing incredible work promoting the importance of ocean conservation and protection to new and previously unreached audiences.
“Along with promoting tourism in Brittany, from culture, food and experiences. It shows the appeal of AI creators to brands and organizations to lead campaigns.”
Zara Shatavari, India – 5.1k followers on Instagram
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Billed as a health “warrior”, Zara was created to promote a natural supplement to help women in India with hormonal imbalances.
Judge Sally Ann Fawcett believes her involvement in healthcare can generate votes.
She says, “Zara’s creators identified the issue of women’s health in India and used AI to positively build trust with an engaged audience around it.
“I was really impressed with this message and how the creators aim to break down barriers through advocacy for Zara.”
Aiyana Rainbow, Romania – 3.2k followers on Instagram
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Aiyana is an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and her message is acceptance, love and promoting diversity and understanding.
Sally Ann Fawcett says: “I loved the positive message and diversity behind Aiyana. Her multicolored hair and style are consistent across her content, while she clearly puts a lot of effort into crafting her story, building her audience, and promoting an important message about love and inclusion.
“Its creator has already been proactive in conducting media interviews and being an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.”
Lalina, France – 93.2k followers on Instagram
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Lalina’s creator’s mission was to create the most realistic AI model ever and the judges believe she certainly achieved that.
Aitana Lopez says: “The standard of Lalina’s content is excellent. The consistency that the creator achieved in her hair, body and hands is truly impressive.
“Even her posture with her shoulders slightly raised to convey a slightly shy personality makes her feel incredibly down-to-earth. Very impressed!”
Seren Ay, Türkiye – 11.3k followers on Instagram
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Seren’s mission is to prove that women can succeed in a man’s world by taking on different male-dominated roles.
Judge Aitana Lopez says, “You can really see Seren Ay’s detail and creativity, which we were particularly impressed with.
“The standard of their content is incredibly high and we love the originality and imagination behind each piece. Performing in interesting scenarios is really interesting and shows how AI creators can seamlessly place women in traditionally male-dominated roles and arenas.”
Asena Ilik, Türkiye – 29.2k followers on Instagram
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Asena’s goal is to show the world that a model can become an influencer without selling sex. Asena’s unique style and love of travel have helped her gain a following.
Aitana Lopez says: “Asena is a stunning creation that proves that art and originality can prevail over selling sex.
“We love the style and personality the creator has developed here. It’s really impressive that they’ve managed to maintain such a high standard of imagery while showcasing their AI in a stunning array of different settings and details. Exceptional art.”
The Miss AI beauty pageant
The value of the AI economy is expected to surpass the £1 billion mark this year.
1,500 creators from around the world participated in the competition
The total prize package is worth over £15,000 and the creator who lands the coveted Miss AI crown will win almost £4,000 in cash
The top three winners will be announced at the end of June at the world’s first AI-generated awards ceremony.
Eliza Khan, Bangladesh – 13.3k followers on Instagram
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Eliza is one of Bangladesh’s first AI influencers. The Gen Z fashionista won fans for being relatable and down-to-earth.
Judge Sally Ann Fawcett says: “What I loved about Eliza is that she is quirky and experimental. We see her personality really shine in her content and she feels incredibly down to earth and relatable. Her content is focused on positivity and engaging with her audience rather than creating a perfect selfie.”
Ailya Lou, Brazil – 10.8k followers on Instagram
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Ailya Lou’s creator says she’s more than just beauty, she’s about the future and trying to incorporate cultures from around the world into her content.
Sally Ann Fawcett says: “Aliya’s stunning creativity and originality really caught my attention. You can see that her creation is truly unique, I love the art behind each photo. Aliya’s creator focuses on creating images that are meaningful to her and bring her joy, which you can see is truly inspiring for her audience.”
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