Miss Universe 2008 was the 57th Miss Universe pageant, held on 14 July 2008 at the Crown Convention Center in Nha Trang, Vietnam. Eighty contestants competed. Riyo Mori crowned Dayana Mendoza of Venezuela as Miss Universe 2008, marking Venezuela’s fifth title and first since 1996. The pageant was the first Miss Universe broadcast in 1080i high-definition. It introduced the CAO Fine Jewelry Crown, designed by Phu Nhuan Jewelry Company with Rosalina Lydster, while the Phoenix Mikimoto Crown remained for the winner’s reign. The event was hosted by Jerry Springer and Mel B, with a performance by Lady Gaga.