Roxanne Allison Agnaonao Baeyens, a Belgian-Igorot beauty queen from Baguio City, Philippines, has won titles including Miss Philippines Earth 2020 and Miss Earth-Water 2020. She is also an actor and television presenter. In addition to her modeling career, she serves as the national director of Miss Bikini Philippines. Baeyens is set to compete in Miss Universe Philippines 2026.
13 things about Miss Universe Cebu 2026 Nicole Borromeo
Nicole Yance Borromeo is a prominent Filipino model and beauty queen from Cebu City. With numerous titles, including Miss Cebu City Olympics 2016 and Binibining Pilipinas-International 2022, she represented the Philippines in Miss International 2023, securing third runner-up. She is also set to compete in Miss Universe Philippines 2026.
13 things about Miss Universe Niger 2025 Zoulahatou Amadou
Zoulahatou Amadou will represent Niger in the 75th Miss Universe competition after previously missing the 74th edition due to travel issues. Born in 2002, she is the first Miss Universe Niger and holds titles such as Miss Maradi 2025. Amadou's journey includes various modeling achievements and participation in international events.
13 things about Miss Grand Greenland 2024 Naja Mathilde Rosing
Naja Mathilde Rosing, a Danish beauty queen from Nuuk, Greenland, has represented Frederiksberg in various pageants, gaining recognition as Miss Intercontinental Denmark 2023 and Miss Grand Greenland 2024. She has a diverse background, speaks multiple languages, and has experience in retail. Rosing has competed in international competitions, achieving semifinalist status.
13 things about Miss Universe 1953 Christiane Martel
Christiane Martel, a French actress and beauty queen born in Nancy, is noted for being the second Miss Universe and the first French titleholder in 1953. She has had two marriages, three daughters, and one son. Martel appeared in numerous films, primarily in Mexico, across her career spanning from the 1950s onward.
13 things about Miss Universe 1952 Armi Kuusela
Armi Kuusela, a Finnish-American entrepreneur and beauty queen, became the first Miss Universe in 1952. She has held various philanthropic roles and received numerous awards for her contributions to art and cancer research. Armi has been married twice and has five children, celebrating her 90th birthday in 2024.
13 things about Miss Intercontinental Colombia 2025 Sasha Perea
Sasha Perea is a Colombian-American beauty queen, model, and author, known for her participation in several beauty pageants including Miss USA and Miss Intercontinental. Educated at York College and UNC Chapel Hill, she has built a diverse career in media and communication, focusing on empowering storytelling. She recently became Miss Intercontinental Colombia 2025.
13 things about Miss Universe Botswana 2025 Lillian Andries
Lillian Nompumelelo Andries, a Motswana geologist, entrepreneur, and beauty queen, won Miss Universe Botswana in 2025. She is an alumna of BIUST and has held various roles, including teacher and geologist. She previously represented Botswana in international beauty pageants but was later stripped of her Miss Universe title.
13 things about Miss Universe 1963 Ieda Maria Vargas
Ieda Maria Brutto Vargas Athanasio, a Brazilian businesswoman and beauty queen, won Miss Brasil and Miss Universe in 1963. Born in Porto Alegre, she was trilingual and had two children. Despite suffering a stroke in 2000, she remained active until her death at 80 in 2025, leaving a significant legacy.
13 things about Miss Cosmo 2025 Yolina Lindquist
Yolina Schubiger Lindquist, a Swiss-American from Southern Illinois, is a beauty queen and community engagement specialist. She won titles such as Miss Cosmo USA 2025 after representing Illinois in various pageants. Educated at Southern Illinois University, she is an advocate for cancer research and has traveled to 16 countries.
