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.
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 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 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 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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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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13 things about Miss Universe Kalibo 2026 Imelda Schweighart
Imelda Bautista Schweighart, a German-Filipino beauty queen and actress, has represented the Philippines in various pageants including Binibining Pilipinas, Miss Philippines Earth, and Miss Earth. Born in Cyprus and raised in the Philippines, she has a rich pageant history, including winning titles and competing internationally. She is also a mother, with a notable career in film and television.
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Colombia’s Vanessa Pulgarin from Miss International to Miss Universe to MGI All Stars
Vanessa Pulgarin Monsalve, a beauty queen from Colombia, represents her country in the inaugural Miss Grand International (MGI) All Stars alongside Priscilla Londoño. Born in Medellin, she previously held titles including Miss International Colombia 2017 and Miss Universe Colombia 2025. The MGI All Stars will crown its winner on May 30, 2026.
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Ghana’s Faith Maria Porter from Pace University to MGI All Stars 1st Edition
Faith Maria Porter, a 27-year-old from Ghana, is competing in the inaugural Miss Grand International (MGI) All Stars alongside Makeeba-Kaaya Animpong. Porter is a former Miss Grand Ghana 2025 and third runner-up at the Miss Grand International 2025. She holds a degree from Pace University and has participated in multiple beauty pageants.
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Money, football and Taylor Swift’s father
Scott Kingsley Swift, born in Pennsylvania, is a financial advisor and the father of music star Taylor Swift. He founded The Swift Group and worked at Merrill Lynch, where he became an advisor in 1980. He also played football at the University of Delaware and the University of Hawaii.
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