Michaela Tomanová, a Czech scientist and model, won the Miss Universe Czech Republic title in 2025 and represented her country at Miss Universe. She has a daughter, advocates for HIV/AIDS awareness, and graduated from Charles University. Throughout her career, she has traveled extensively and walked in major fashion shows.
130 Miss Universe 2026 candidates to compete in San Juan
Fátima Bosch Fernández represented Mexico at Miss Universe 2025 and competed against 117 other candidates at the Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, Thailand on November 21, 2025. She won the title. Runner-up to Bosch was Praveenar Singh of Thailand. The second, third and fourth runners-up were Stephany Abasali of Venezuela, Ahtisa Manalo of … Continue reading 130 Miss Universe 2026 candidates to compete in San Juan
Lahore’s Misbah Arshad is Miss Universe Pakistan 2026
Misbah Arshad represented Pakistan in the 18th edition of Miss Aura International, the 61st edition of Miss International and the 15th edition of Miss Supranational. She will represent the country in the 75th edition of Miss Universe. BIOGRAPHY Arshad is a Pakistani beauty queen from Lahore, Pakistan. Here are 15 more things about her: She … Continue reading Lahore’s Misbah Arshad is Miss Universe Pakistan 2026
Phnom Penh’s Sotheary By attends Miss Cosmo 2026 launch in Ho Chi Minh City
Sotheary By, born in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is a prominent beauty queen who has represented her country in multiple international competitions, including Miss Universe and Miss Grand Cambodia, which she won in 2024. Fluent in Khmer and English, By's pageant journey began in 2014 and includes several accolades and titles.
Lusaka’s Kunda Mwamulima is Miss Cosmo Zambia 2026
Kunda Mwamulima, a Zambian nurse and model, won Miss Universe Zambia 2025. With a strong advocacy for eco-farming and climate awareness, she has represented Zambia in various beauty contests, including Miss Earth and Top Model. Mwamulima balanced her modeling career while pursuing nursing studies, becoming a role model in her community.
Cordoba’s Alina Akselrad represents Argentina at Miss World 2026 in Nha Trang
Alina Luz Akselrad is a Moroccan-Argentine journalist, model, and beauty queen born in Cordoba, Argentina. A notable pageant competitor, she has held titles such as Miss Universe Argentina 2020 and Miss World Argentina 2026. Akselrad actively participates in cultural ambassadorship and charitable endeavors, launching her perfume line in 2020.
Douala’s Noura Njikam represents Cameroon at Miss World 2026 in Nha Trang
Noura Raïssa Njikam, crowned Miss Cameroun 2024, is an environmental advocate from Cameroon's North Region. She represented Cameroon at Miss Universe 2024 and will compete in Miss World 2026. Njikam, born in Douala, is the first from her region to win Miss Cameroun and actively promotes sustainability initiatives.
Miss Universe Ireland 2025 Aadya Srivastava joins Harper Boutique Galway
Aadya Srivastava, an Irish-Indian model from County Galway, won Miss Universe Ireland 2025 and represented Ireland at Miss Universe 2025. A law student, she has a background in various jobs and cultural engagement. She aspires for a career in international human rights law, embracing her dual heritage proudly.
La Union’s Bea Millan Windorski to represent Philippines at Miss Universe 2026 in San Juan
Beatrice Rebecca "Bea" Millan Windorski is a Filipino-American beauty queen who has competed in various pageants, including Miss Earth and Miss Universe. An environmental advocate and language enthusiast, she has earned degrees in history and international relations. Millan-Windorski will represent the Philippines at Miss Universe 2026.
Montpellier, St. Croix’s Jenna-Monét Queeley to represent US Virgin Islands at Miss Universe 2026 in San Juan
Jenna-Monét Queeley, an American entrepreneur and beauty queen, has represented Harlem and the U.S. Virgin Islands in various pageants, including Miss Universe. Born in St. Croix, she has a background in modeling and recently launched her makeup line. Queeley graduated with degrees in forensic science and psychology, achieving significant titles in pageantry.
