Francisca Paz Lavandero is a Chilean beauty queen, born in 2000, who has represented Chile in several international pageants, including Miss Grand International and Miss World. A commercial pilot and model, she holds notable titles such as Miss Grand Chile 2019 and Miss Chile Mundo 2024. She is fluent in Spanish and English.
13 things about Miss Universe Peru 2023 Camila Escribens
Camila Namie Escribens is a Peruvian-American model and beauty queen, originally from Lima and now based in Miami. She has held several titles, including Miss Peru 2023 and Miss Grand Peru 2019, and competed in Miss Universe 2023. Despite health challenges, she has continually represented Peru in international pageants and modeling.
Lima, Peru’s Carla Alcedo appears in Miami, Florida federal court
Carla Magaly Alcedo Mendoza, 43, was extradited from Peru to the U.S. for fraud. She allegedly operated call centers from 2013 to 2018, defrauding Spanish-speaking consumers by posing as representatives offering financial aid for English programs. Arrested on March 27, 2023, she faces 18 charges, potentially resulting in 20 years in prison per count.
Miami, Florida’s Daniel Carpman guilty of unlawful oxycodone distribution
Daniel Alberto Carpman, a 72-year-old former doctor from Buenos Aires, has faced significant legal issues in Miami, Florida. After a career involving multiple medical residencies, he was found guilty in April 2025 of conspiring to illegally distribute over 2 million oxycodone pills and unlawfully prescribing large quantities to patients.
10 things about Miss Eco Brazil 2025 Brenda Matos
Brenda Karoline Matos de Oliveira is a Brazilian model and beauty queen from Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, representing Brazil in Miss Eco International 2025. She won Miss Eco Brazil 2024 and is the second titleholder from her state. Matos has extensive modeling experience across several countries. Her birthday is on May 19, 2025.
10 things about Miss Charm Ecuador 2024 Delary Stoffers
Delary Georgette Stoffers Villón is a Dutch-Ecuadorian model and beauty queen, crowned Miss Ecuador 2023 and a candidate for Miss Universe 2023. Born in Guayaquil, she advocates for environmental protection and animal rescue. Notable for her modeling career, she also participates in “MasterChef Celebrity Ecuador,” showcasing her diverse talents.
ICE, FBI, ATF arrest Brazil’s Ilma Leandro in Falmouth, Massachusetts
Ilma Leandro De Oliveira, a 53-year-old Brazilian woman, faces prosecution for illegally reentering the U.S. after deportation. Arrested multiple times since 2007, she was recently charged with serious offenses against a child. Following her upcoming deportation, she will be prosecuted for her illegal reentry into the U.S.
13 things about UFC fighter Jean Silva from São Paulo, Brazil
Jackson Jean da Silva, a Brazilian MMA fighter known as Lord Assassin, competes in the featherweight and lightweight divisions for the UFC. With a professional record of 16 wins and 2 losses, he gained prominence with victories including technical knockouts and submissions in 2024 and early 2025, after debuting in the UFC.
13 things about Chilean-American actor Pedro Pascal
Pedro Pascal, born José Pedro Balmaceda Pascal in Santiago, Chile, is a Chilean-American actor known for his roles in series like "The Mandalorian" and "Game of Thrones." After moving to the U.S. with his family, he graduated from NYU's Tisch School and has also appeared in various films, including upcoming "Fantastic Four."
13 things about Miss Universe 2020 second runner-up Janick Maceta
Janick Alexandra Maceta del Castillo is a Peruvian-American model and beauty queen, noted for her participation in major pageants. She founded Little Heroes Peru and co-founded a record label. Maceta was Miss Peru 2020 and a top contender in Miss Universe and Miss Supranational, actively supporting causes for children and engaging in travel worldwide.
