Quick Info
| Profession | Model, Marketing Manager |
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| Nationality | South African |
| Date of Birth | 28/06/1995 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Sasolburg, Free State, South Africa |
Latest News about Mia le Roux
20/02/2026
Mia le Roux reflected on her journey as Miss South Africa in an interview, describing it as challenging yet filled with amazing moments. She emphasized her experiences as a differently-abled titleholder and the barriers she faced during her reign.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Miatjie |
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| Famous For | Being the first deaf Miss South Africa |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Green |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Schools | Oudtshoorn High School, Oudtshoorn, South Africa |
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Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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| Hearing Status | Profound hearing loss from birth; uses cochlear implant |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Luke Ten Oever |
| Partner | Luke Ten Oever |
Family
| Father | Schalk le Roux (owner of newspapers, Diehoorn and Postnet Oudtshoorn) |
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| Mother | Liesel Meyer le Roux (owner of newspapers, Diehoorn and Postnet Oudtshoorn) |
| Siblings | Brother - Schalk le Roux |
Career
| Overview | Mia le Roux has made significant strides in the modeling industry, especially being recognized for her inspiring journey as a deaf individual. She is the first deaf woman to be crowned Miss South Africa and the first deaf woman to participate in the Miss Universe competition. |
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| Achievements | Mia emphasizes community support and inclusivity in her pursuits, earning her the title of Miss South Africa 2024 on 10 August 2024. She also has experience working as an au pair. She represented South Africa at Miss Universe 2024 but withdrew on 14 November 2024 due to health concerns. Her rewards for winning Miss South Africa include 1 million South African Rand, a furnished apartment, and a Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe. |
Favourites
| Food | Mushroom and Truffle Pasta |
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| Dish to Cook | Thai chicken curry |
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| Music | Love Gets Old by Wouter Kellerman |
| Phrase | Kom ons doen dit (meaning, 'It is what it is') |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. At the age of one, Mia was diagnosed with profound hearing loss during a routine health check-up. | |
| 2. She received a cochlear implant at age two, with funds raised from her community. | |
| 3. Mia spoke her first words at age four, pointing to the clouds. | |
| 4. She was trained in sign language and speaks both Afrikaans and English. | |
| 5. A model student, she won multiple reading awards during her school years. | |
| 6. In 2014, she won a beauty pageant which aimed to support shelters for abused women and children. | |
| 7. Mia was one of the finalists in the Miss Deaf South Africa pageant in 2015. | |
| 8. She has worked in childcare as an au pair in 2020. | |
| 9. Mia shared her journey during her acceptance speech as Miss South Africa 2024, highlighting inclusivity. | |
| 10. Her rewards for winning Miss South Africa include 1 million South African Rand, a furnished apartment, and a Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe. | |
| 11. She finds it challenging to hear in crowded areas but communicates effectively one-on-one. | |
| 12. Currently, she is pursuing a bachelor's degree in marketing part-time. | |
| 13. She currently resides in Rosebank, Cape Town. |