Denny Howman, an Indonesian graphic designer and dancer, was born in Jakarta and is currently 38 years old. He gained fame as a contestant in "Dancing with the Stars Indonesia" and represents Indonesia in international pageants, holding titles like Mister Cosmopolitan Indonesia 2024 and Man of the World Indonesia 2026.
28 Man of the World 2026 candidates to compete in Malate, Manila
Juul Missiaen represented Spain and won the title of Man of the World 2025 on May 31, competing against 26 others in Quezon City. He will crown his successor at the Man of the World 2026 event on June 6, where 28 candidates are vying for the title. Missiaen is a personal trainer and the first Spanish winner of this pageant.
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Nawat Itsaragrisil crowns MGI All Stars 1st Edition winner Vanessa Pulgarin in Bangkok
Vanessa Pulgarin Monsalve won the Miss Grand International (MGI) All Stars 1st Edition in Bangkok, Thailand, competing against 56 candidates. She was crowned by founder Nawat Itsaragrisil, with Faith Maria Porter from Ghana as the runner-up and Huong Giang Nguyen from Vietnam as second runner-up. The event took place on May 30, 2026.
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13 things about Miss World Thailand 2023 Tharina Botes
Tharina Botes is a Thai-South African model and beauty queen, born on November 17, 1996. She has represented several countries in various pageants, including Miss International and Miss World. Notable achievements include winning Miss Thailand World 2023 and finishing as a runner-up in Miss Universe Thailand 2021. Botes is also a commerce graduate.
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13 things about Miss Universe Philippines 2019 Gazini Ganados
Gazini Christiana Jordi Acopiado Ganados, a Palestinian-Filipino model and beauty queen from Talisay, Cebu, Philippines, represented the country at Miss Universe 2019 and Miss Grand International All Stars 2026. She has a diverse pageantry background and is well-educated, holding a bachelor's degree in tourism management. Ganados has achieved various accolades throughout her career.
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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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56 MGI All Stars 1st edition candidates competing in Bangkok
Miss Grand International (MGI), established in 2013, announces the first MGI All Stars contest on December 4, 2025. Open to biological women and transwomen from international beauty pageants, the event will crown its winner on May 30, 2026, in Bangkok, featuring 56 contestants and a prize valued up to $1 million.
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Katseye beats Sombr, Alex Warren, Olivia Dean at 2026 AMAs
Katseye, a six-member girl group from Los Angeles, won the Best New Artist award at the 2026 American Music Awards. Their vibrant performance of "Pinky Up," blending hyper-pop aesthetics, showcased their dedication to diversity. The group, with three nominations, is gaining momentum ahead of their EP release on August 14, 2026.
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