Kirk Bondad Wachsmuth, a German-Igorot model from the Philippines, has achieved notable success in pageantry by representing the country in Mister World 2024 and winning Mister International 2025. He was previously crowned Mister World Philippines 2022 and has had various roles as a judge in beauty competitions while navigating personal relationships and career milestones.
13 things about Miss Grand International 2024 CJ Opiaza
Christine Juliane "CJ" H. Opiaza, a Filipino model from Zambales, represented the Philippines in Miss Grand International 2024, ultimately becoming the first to win this title for her country in 2025. She garnered multiple beauty pageant titles throughout her career, including Ms. Universe Philippines 2023 first runner-up.
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13 things about Miss World 2025 Suchata Chuangsri
Suchata Chuangsri, a Thai model and beauty queen, made history as the first Miss World from Thailand. Born in Phuket, she graduated from Bangkok's Triam Udom Suksa School. Chuangsri won Miss Universe Thailand 2024 and took third place in Miss Universe 2024, later becoming Miss World 2025, showcasing her travel and advocacy throughout various international events.
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13 things about Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray
Catriona Gray is a Filipino-Australian singer, model, and beauty queen, known for being the fourth Miss Universe from the Philippines. Born in Australia, she has participated in and won several prestigious beauty contests. In addition to her modeling career, she has released music and served as a judge and host for various competitions.
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Cote d’Ivoire’s Olivia Yace gives up Miss Universe Africa & Oceania 2025 title
Olivia Manuela Yacé, Miss Cote d'Ivoire 2021, was fourth runner-up at Miss Universe 2025 and was crowned Miss Universe Africa and Oceania 2025. However, she announced her resignation from this title to adhere to her values and inspire young girls. Olivia emphasized community representation and personal growth in her statement.
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13 things about Miss Universe Estonia 2025 Brigitta Schaback
Brigitta Liivak Schaback is an Estonian model and entrepreneur who represented Estonia in Mrs. Globe and Miss Universe contests. She is the first mother to compete in Miss Universe. A TalTech engineering graduate, Schaback is the founder of Voice of Change, focusing on women's empowerment and education initiatives.
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33 Face of Beauty International 2025 candidates competing in Taichung
Jeanne Isabelle Bilasano from the Philippines won the Face of Beauty International 2024 title in Taiwan, with Anita Wang from Taiwan as the runner-up. The next competition for 2025 will feature 33 contestants, and Bilasano will crown her successor on November 30, 2025, in Taichung, Taiwan.
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Kevin Mruskovic crowns Man of the Year 2025 Ven Lee in Denpasar, Bali
Kevin Mruškovič won the Man of the Year 2024 title in Chiang Mai, Thailand, competing against 18 candidates. He later crowned Lee Jun Long from Taiwan as his successor on November 21, 2025, in Bali, Indonesia. The event featured 21 contestants, culminating in a grand pageant with various special awards.
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13 things about Baguio City’s Mark Striegl
Mark Edward Martinez Striegl, known as Mugen, is a professional mixed martial artist and actor born in Tokyo, Japan. He has a diverse heritage and has achieved significant milestones, including winning MMA titles, acting in films, and earning medals in sambo competitions. He lives in Baguio City, Philippines, with his family.
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13 things about Miss Universe 2005 Natalie Glebova
Natalie Glebova is a Russian-Canadian beauty queen and author, crowned Miss Universe 2005. She was born in Russia, moved to Canada in 1994, and has held various roles, including television host and motivational speaker. Glebova is notable for being the first Miss Universe from Canada and currently resides in Thailand with her family.
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