Vance Luther Boelter, a Minnesota resident, is a former preacher and security service director. He launched Revoformation Ministries and served on state workforce boards. In 2025, he allegedly shot four individuals and went on the run before being arrested. Born on July 23, 1967, he had previously traveled internationally for preaching.
13 things about Miss Universe Taguig 2024 Christi McGarry
Christi Lynn Landrito McGarry is a notable Filipino-American beauty queen, disc jockey, and model, known for being the first to represent the Philippines twice in Miss Intercontinental. Raised in New Jersey, she has an extensive pageantry resume, including titles like Miss Teen Philippines-USA and multiple placements in national competitions.
13 things about Central Point, Oregon’s Jared Schmeck
Jared Michael Schmeck, a former police officer from Central Point, Oregon, turned 39 in June 2025. He is a Republican and father of four, working at Winema Electric Inc. since 2018. In December 2021, he gained attention for his call to the White House, expressing frustrations with President Biden.
25 Miss Universe Netherlands 2025 candidates competing in Hilversum
Faith Gennevieve Zawadi Landman from Zandvoort is crowned Miss Universe Netherlands 2024 after winning the pageant in Hilversum on July 5. She previously held the title of Miss Beauty of the Netherlands 2017. The upcoming Miss Universe Netherlands 2025 will feature 25 candidates competing for the crown.
13 things about Bb. Pilipinas International 2025 Katrina Johnson
Katrina Anne C. Johnson will represent the Philippines in the 64th Miss International in Japan, competing against over 70 contestants. A licensed pharmacist and beauty queen from Davao del Sur, she was the first runner-up in Bb. Pilipinas 2023 and crowned Bb. Pilipinas International 2025.
10 things about Bb. Pilipinas Pampanga 2025 Joanne Thornley
Joanne Marie Estorco Thornley is a Filipino-Canadian beauty queen and model from the Philippines, standing 5'9". She won Mutya Ning Angeles 2022 and was Miss Universe Angeles 2024. A fashion design student, she has traveled extensively and is set to compete in Bb. Pilipinas 2025, showcasing her cultural heritage.
13 things about Miss International 2016 Kylie Versoza
Kylie Fausto Verzosa is a Filipino actor, model, and beauty queen who gained fame after winning Miss International 2016. She has a background in education and business management. Verzosa has appeared in various films and television series from 2017 to 2023. She is also working on a shapewear line and serves as a brand ambassador.
13 things about The Miss Globe 2024 second runner-up Jasmine Bungay
Jasmin Castro Bungay, a Filipino teacher from Pampanga, represented the Philippines in The Miss Globe 2024, where she finished as second runner-up. A licensed teacher, she has participated in several beauty pageants, including winning Mutya ning Kapampangan 2016 and being a finalist in Miss Millennial Philippines 2017.
13 things about Miss Grand International 2016 first runner-up Nicole Cordoves
Nicole Ignacio Cordoves is a Filipino host, model, and beauty queen who represented the Philippines at Miss Grand International 2016, finishing as first runner-up. She has numerous accolades, including winning Miss Chinatown in 2014 and hosting various prestigious pageants. Cordoves is also an actress and has served as a judge on multiple shows.
10 things about Miss International 2024 Thanh Thủy
Huỳnh Thị Thanh Thủy is Vietnam's first Miss International, winning the title in 2024. Born in Da Nang, she has an extensive modeling background, winning titles such as Miss Vietnam 2022 and Miss University of Foreign Language Studies 2021. Thủy is multilingual and has traveled extensively for various events.
