Dr. Yosef Ali from Egypt won the inaugural Mister Eco International title on June 11, 2026, in Baguio City, Philippines, competing against 18 candidates. Ali, an oral surgeon and dentist, received his sash and trophy from notable personalities including Godfrey Nikolai Murillo and Tarah Valencia. The event featured multiple special awards and finalists from various countries.
Mico Teng crowns Great Man of the Universe Philippines 2026 Ronald Vicencio in Mandaluyong
Ronald Vicencio, 21, from Occidental Mindoro, won the title of Great Man of the Universe Philippines 2026, competing against 20 candidates in Mandaluyong City on June 11, 2026. He was crowned by Mico Teng, the 2023 grand winner, and will represent the Philippines in the international competition.
Manila’s Kitt Cortez is Mister Eco International 2026 second runner-up
Kitt Cortez, a Filipino events host and beauty king, represented San Juan in various beauty competitions, including Mister International Philippines and Mister Eco International. Born on March 18, 2001, he is recognized for multiple leadership awards and has hosted several prestigious events, including Miss Universe Philippines and Mister Pilipinas Worldwide, showcasing his dynamic career.
Miss Universe Ghana 2025 Andromeda Peters turns 38
Andromeda Osam Peters, a licensed psychotherapist and beauty queen of diverse heritage, represented Virginia in Miss United States and Ghana in Miss Universe. Born in Massachusetts, she has a strong background in psychology and theatre. An advocate for mental health, she has participated in various pageants and traveled extensively for her philanthropic work.
Jojo Bragais launches Reina Filipinas with Emma Tiglao, Nawat Itsarigrisil
Reina Filipinas is a new organization aimed at enhancing the Philippine pageantry experience to global standards, launched by Jojo Bragais and Miss Grand International's Nawat Itsaragrisil. The initiative includes two competitive tracks for Filipino women, with major titles leading to international competitions. Applications are currently open, promoting inclusivity in participation.
Mister Supranational 2024 second runner-up Brandon Espiritu proud to be a halfie
Brandon Gregory Espiritu is a Guamanian-Filipino entrepreneur, actor, model, and beauty titleholder, representing Guam and the Philippines in various pageants. Educated in Guam and Hawaii, he has lived in multiple locations while working in marketing and modeling. He was crowned Mister Philippines 2024 and second runner-up at Mister Supranational 2024.
21 Great Man of the Universe Philippines 2026 candidates to compete in Mandaluyong
The Great Man of the Universe is an international beauty pageant established by Shandy Montecarlo Lim, with its first edition in 2023. The 2026 coronation in Mandaluyong City features 21 contestants competing for the national title. Previous editions crowned notable winners, further establishing the pageant in the beauty contest scene.
San Pablo, Laguna’s Eunice Deza is Top Model of the World 2026 second runner-up
Eunice Dimaculangan Deza, a Filipino financial advisor and beauty queen from San Pablo, Laguna, has competed in various pageants, including Miss Universe Philippines and Mutya ng Pilipinas. A graduate in tourism management, she advocates for quality education and sustainable tourism. Born on April 21, 2000, she has earned multiple titles and accolades.
Natalia Garizabal Vera crowns Top Model of the World 2026 Katherine Castaño in Hurghada
Natalia Garizabal Vera from Colombia won the Top Model of the World 2025 title in Egypt, marking a historic achievement. On June 8, 2026, she crowned Katherine Castaño as her successor, resulting in Colombia's fourth win and the first consecutive victories in the competition's history among 36 contestants.
10 things about Man of the World Peru 2026 Estefano Balarin
Estefano Balarin Pacheco, a 25-year-old Peruvian actor and model, has distinguished himself by competing in multiple international beauty pageants, including Mister International and Man of the World. His journey includes significant achievements in 2024 and 2026, alongside controversies regarding the Mister International organization. Balarin is multilingual and stands 6'0" tall.
