Miss Universe 1974

Miss Universe 1974 was the 23rd Miss Universe pageant, held at the Folk Arts Theater in Pasay City, Philippines, on 21 July 1974. It was the first Miss Universe pageant to ever be held in the Philippines, and in Asia.

At the conclusion of the event, Margarita Moran of the Philippines crowned Amparo Muñoz of Spain as Miss Universe 1974. It is the first victory of Spain in the pageant's history. Six months later, Muñoz, after refusing a planned travel to Japan, decided to relinquish her title. Helen Morgan of Wales, the first runner-up, was unable to assume the title and fulfill the duties of Miss Universe 1974, because she went on to win Miss World 1974, although a controversy would force her to resign four days later. The title was not offered to any of the runners-up and Muñoz was still recognized as the official titleholder.

Contestants from sixty-five countries and territories participated in this year's pageant. The pageant was hosted by Bob Barker in his eighth consecutive year, while Helen O'Connell provided commentary and analysis throughout the event.