The Miss Mundo Chile pageant delivered one of its most unforgettable moments this year — and, in a move that thrilled fans worldwide, it ended with Ignacia Fernández crowned the winner. The 27-year-old contestant from Las Condes went viral earlier in the competition after performing a full death-metal set during the talent round, showcasing the same growls and guttural vocals she uses as the frontwoman of progressive death-metal band Decessus. It was a bold, unapologetic break from pageant convention, and it instantly made her the standout of the season.
Fernández took the stage wearing her sash and an evening gown before changing into black metal gear alongside guitarist Carlos Palma, delivering a performance that shook up the pageant world. “Metal has been a fundamental part of who I am as a person and in my life: a refuge, a source of strength and purpose,” she said afterwards — a message that resonated with many viewers who praised her for bringing authenticity into a traditionally narrow format.
@spin Serving looks and roaring hooks This is Ignacia Fernández, who fronts the progressive death metal group @DecessusOfficial when she's not modeling. She’ll, unsurprisingly, be in the finals this weekend. ( via @Ignacia Fernández ♬ original sound - SPIN
The viral attention didn’t just boost her profile; it helped carry her all the way to the crown, with judges applauding both her artistry and her confidence. Social media erupted with support, celebrating her as a symbol of how modern pageantry is evolving and how diverse talents are finally getting space on global stages.
Now officially Miss World Chile, Fernández moves on to represent her country internationally — and whether she’s wearing a glittering crown or holding a microphone, she’s already proven she can command any stage she steps onto.
