He’s a football icon. Claude Makelele, vice-world champion in 2006 with the Blues, defended the colors of the most prestigious clubs in his career: from Real Madrid to PSG via OM and Chelsea.
If the second part of his professional life, as a coach, does not give him the same influence for the moment, the person concerned, now aged 52, nonetheless remains an essential public figure. To such an extent that unexpected horizons can open up to him.
This is how Claude Makelele will be one of the figures in the 74th edition of the Miss Universe 2025 competition scheduled for November 21 at the Impact Arena in Pak Kret, Thailand. The Danish Victoria Kjær Theilvig will thus have the opportunity to crown her successor.
The praised leadership of Claude Makelele
The former Merengue in fact was invited by the Miss Universe committee to join the jury of the ceremony. “ We are honored to welcome Claude Makelele to our 74th Miss Universe selection committeecan we read on the organization’s Instagram account. An emblematic figure in the world of football, Claude Makelele’s legacy goes far beyond the field. »
And the committee added about its one-night recruit: “
Claude continues to inspire generations in the world of sport and beyond. From his remarkable playing and coaching career to his continued influence as a global role model, he embodies excellence and integrity. We are proud to be able to count on her leadership and vision to help us find our next Miss Universe in Thailand. »
