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13 things about Miss Tourism World Philippines 2025 Michelle Arceo

Michelle Arceo Kain, a Filipino-American beauty queen, has represented the Philippines in multiple pageants, including Miss Environment International and Reina Hispanoamericana. Born in California, she overcame personal struggles and won various titles, including Ms. BodyCon 2019. She continues to compete, aiming for success in Miss Grand Philippines 2025.

13 things about Miss Grand Bulacan 2025 Shanon Tampon

Shanon Jumaylh S. Tampon, a Filipino entrepreneur, model, and beauty queen, recently represented the Philippines in Miss Elite 2022, finishing as runner-up. A prominent competitor in pageantry with multiple titles, she was born in Caloocan City and holds a bachelor's degree in business administration, currently pursuing mechanical engineering.

13 things about Miss Grand Davao 2025 Angeleyh Pasco

Angeleyh Caballero Pasco is a Hawaiian-Filipino filmmaker, writer, and beauty queen born in 2004. Originally from Davao City, she moved to Hawaii in 2018 and graduated cum laude in 2022. She is a candidate for Miss Universe Philippines 2025 and advocates for cultural preservation through her art and engagements.

10 things about Miss Maryland USA 2024 Bailey Anne Kennedy

Bailey Anne Kennedy, a Cambodian-American and former pharmacy student, made history as the first transwoman and oldest winner of Miss Maryland USA in 2024. Fluent in Khmer and English, she married U.S. Marine Casey Guthrie in 2019. Kennedy advocates for LGBTQ rights through her platform, Beauty Without an Expiration Date.

10 things about Miss Universe Tanzania 2024 Judith Ngusa

Judith Peter Ngusa is a Tanzanian model and beauty queen, known for her achievements in several beauty pageants. She holds a degree in Chinese language and stands 5'8" tall. Notably, she won Miss United Nations 2022 and Miss Universe Tanzania 2024, representing Tanzania in major international competitions.

10 things about Miss Universe Thailand 2025 first runner-up Praewwanich Ruangthong

Praewwanich Ruangthong is a Thai model and beauty queen from Chumphon, born on December 28, 1992. She has participated in multiple beauty pageants, including Miss Thailand World and Miss Universe Thailand. Notably, she won Miss Supranational Thailand 2022 and was first runner-up at Miss Supranational 2022. She is currently Miss Universe Bangkok 2025.

10 things about Miss Universe DR Congo 2024 Ilda Amani

Ilda Amani Dorcas is the first Miss Universe DR Congo from South Kivu, representing her country in Miss Universe 2024. Born in Bukavu, she is an entrepreneur and activist focused on women's empowerment. Amani holds degrees in finance and business administration, earning recognition in various beauty pageants since 2017.

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13 things about Miss Universe India 2024 Rhea Singha

Rhea Singha is an Indian actor, model, and beauty queen from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. She has won multiple titles, including Diva's Miss Teen India 2020 and Miss Teen Earth 2023. After competing in Miss Universe 2024 and finishing in the Top 30, she continues to promote her journey and represent India on international platforms.

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13 things about Miss Universe Japan 2021 Juri Watanabe

Juri Watanabe is a Japanese-Korean beauty queen, entrepreneur, and model who represented Japan in Miss Universe 2021. Born in Tokyo and fluent in multiple languages, she has lived in various countries. Watanabe won Miss Asia USA 2016, Miss Universe Japan 2021, and is actively pursuing her business career while engaging in the arts.

13 things about Miss New Mexico USA 2024 Mackenzie Sydow

Mackenzie Lee Sydow, a psychologist and beauty queen from Santa Fe, New Mexico, competed in the 73rd Miss USA pageant. She won Miss New Mexico USA 2024 after previously being a semifinalist. Tragically, she faced familial losses and hardships, including her mother's overdose and her father's death. She graduated in December 2024 with a psychology degree and plans to pursue a master's in social work.