The world has a new “Most Beautiful Woman,” and she is … Beyonce!, according to People magazine. And what gives her that gorgeous glow? Motherhood.

Beyonce tells People Magazine “I feel more beautiful than I’ve ever felt because I’ve given birth,” the 30-year-old superstar, who welcomed little Blue Ivy in January. “I have never felt so connected, never felt like I had such a purpose on this earth.

Beyonce fought off some tough competition from the likes of  Charlize Theron,  Paula Patton, Christina Hendricks and Sofia Vergara to land the title.

Its about time, Beyonce is one of the few celebrities who can be said to be beautiful both inside and out side !!

Others who made the list

People Magazine: World’s Most Beautiful Women 2012 – Top 10

1. Beyoncé
2. Sofia Vergara
3. Charlize Theron
4. Lily Collins
5. Madeleine Stowe
6. Christina Hendricks
7. Michelle Williams
8.Paula Patton
9. Miranda Lambert
10. Kate Middleton