Hannah Abigail Angelle Arends, an Aruban beauty queen from Savaneta, represented Aruba in the Miss Universe 2025 and Reinado Internacional del Cafe 2019 competitions. Graduating from the University of Aruba in 2024, she is engaged to Leobardo Alejandro Clark. She has traveled extensively, visiting countries like the Netherlands, Colombia, and Thailand.
Mister World Brazil 2024 Eduardo Menezes visits Düsseldorf, Trento
Eduardo Menezes dos Santos, a Brazilian entrepreneur and athlete, represented Brazil in Mister World 2024 after winning Mister Paraná CNB Teen 2024. Born in 2005, he played volleyball for renowned teams and was a Miss Brasil Mundo 2024 judge. Despite competing against 59 candidates, he remained unplaced at Mister World 2024.
Miss Universe 1968 Martha Vasconcellos turns 78
Martha Maria Cordeiro Vasconcellos, a Brazilian psychologist and beauty queen born in Salvador, Bahia, won Miss Bahia and Miss Brasil titles in 1968, later becoming Miss Universe. Married twice, she had two children and earned a master's degree in public health. Vasconcellos wrote an autobiography published in 2015.
Ica’s Luren Marquez to represent Peru at Miss Universe 2026 in San Juan
Luren Leticia Márquez Canales is a Peruvian model and television presenter based in the U.S. She has held titles including Miss Teenager International Peru 2018 and Miss Universe Peru 2026. With a background in business and communication, she has participated in various beauty competitions and worked with major television networks like Telemundo and Univision.
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.
13 things about Man of the World 2026 second runner-up Fidel Arellano
Fidel Arellano, a Venezuelan-Chilean beauty king, represented Ñuñoa in various international pageants, including Mister Chile Mindo and Man of the World. He graduated with a law degree in 2018 and has achieved titles like Mr. Belleza Universal Venezuela 2024 and Man of the World Chile 2026, finishing as runner-up in both events.
13 things about Man of the World 2026 first runner-up Abel Diaz
Abel Adrian Díaz Arias, a bilingual Ecuadorian event organizer and fashion model, represented Guayas in various prestigious pageants, including Mister Grand International and Mister International. Born on September 1, 1990, he enjoys singing, dancing, and acting, and has competed internationally, achieving significant placements in multiple competitions.
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.
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.
13 things about Mister Supranational 2021 Varo Vargas
Álvaro Alejandro Vargas Rueckner, known as Varo Vargas, is a Peruvian singer, model, and Mister Supranational 2021. Born in Lima, he started modeling in 2012 and formed a Latin pop duo in 2017. He has a degree in administration and marketing, plays soccer, and appeared in various television projects, including "La Casa de los Famosos."
