Vanessa Pulgarin Monsalve, a Colombian model and beauty queen, won Miss Universe Colombia in 2025 and competed in several international pageants, including Miss International and Miss Grand International. Born in Medellin and educated in social communication, she has traveled extensively for modeling and competitions, showcasing her diverse experiences.
13 things about Miss Grand Ecuador 2025 Samantha Quenedit
Samantha Quenedit Sánchez, an Ecuadorian teacher, dancer, and beauty queen, has represented Quito in multiple international beauty pageants, including Miss Ecuador and Miss Grand International. A UIDE graduate, she holds a master's in dance, teaches in Quito, and has traveled extensively. Celebrating her 26th birthday in 2026, she continues to gain recognition.
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13 things about Miss Grand International 2025 third runner-up Faith Porter
Faith Maria Porter, a Ghanaian-American beauty queen, has held several titles, including Miss Earth USA Air 2022 and Miss Grand Ghana 2025. She has competed in major pageants like Miss USA and Miss Grand International. A graduate of Pace University, Porter has extensive experience in various internships and beauty competitions.
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13 things about Miss Universe Cote d’Ivoire 2024 Marie-Emmanuelle Diamala
Marie-Emmanuelle Diamala, crowned Miss Côte d'Ivoire 2024, is a beauty queen and advocate for environmental conservation. She represented Côte d'Ivoire at the Miss Universe and MGI All Stars competitions. A finance graduate, she engages in community initiatives, including donation drives, showcasing her commitment to social causes. She turned 22 in 2025.
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13 things about Miss Universe Laos 2025 Lattana Munvilay
Lattana Munvilay, a Laotian actor and model, competed in Miss Universe Laos three times and won the title in 2025. She was second runner-up in 2019 and 2022, represented Laos at the Miss Universe 2025 competition, and participated in the MGI All Stars. Munvilay holds a degree in architecture.
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13 things about Miss Universe Myanmar 2024 Thet San Andersen
Thet San Andersen, a Burmese-Swedish entrepreneur and fashion designer, won Miss Universe Myanmar 2024. Born in Sweden, she has an extensive background in design and marketing, working in various roles across Europe and Southeast Asia. Andersen competed in the 73rd Miss Universe and reached the Top 18 in MGI All Stars 2026.
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13 things about Miss Universe Vietnam 2025 Huong Giang
Nguyễn Hương Giang, a Vietnamese actress, singer, model, and beauty queen, is notable for being the first transwoman to represent an Asian country at Miss Universe. Born in Hanoi, she gained fame by winning Miss International Queen 2018 and competed in several reality shows and music endeavors, including hosting "The Amazing Race Vietnam."
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13 things about Miss Universe Latina 2025 finalist Andrea Bazarte
Andrea Paola Martínez Bazarte is a Mexican-American model, television host, and beauty queen from Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, born in Texas. A graduate in marketing, she has held various professional roles and achieved multiple titles, including Reina Hispanoamericana 2021. In 2023, she became a WWE Spanish-language host and ambassador.
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10 things about Mister Global Panama 2024 Gilberto Peñalba
Gilberto E. Peñalba, a Panamanian athlete and model, represented Panama in Mister Global 2024 while studying maritime management. Born in Chiriqui, he is involved in volunteer work to support children in need. Peñalba has won titles including Mister Panama Oficial 2023 and Mister Chiriqui 2023, and he has a younger brother with autism.
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13 things about Mister Global Taiwan 2023 Kevin Tai
Kevin Davalos Wei Tai, a Brazilian-Taiwanese model and television host born in 1994, represented Taiwan in Mister Global 2023. He is a licensed physical therapist with degrees in physiotherapy and traditional Chinese medicine. Fluent in seven languages, Tai has participated in various beauty pageants and fashion events while pursuing his interests in fitness, music, and cooking.
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