Daniel Felipe Mejia Romero, known as Danny Mejia, is a trilingual Puerto Rican singer and dancer, recognized as the first Mister World from Puerto Rico. Born on October 30, 1997, in Miami, he graduated from Stetson University and has been active in charitable work. He won Mister World 2024, showcasing his talents globally.
13 things about Miss Universe Vietnam 2025 Huong Giang
Nguyễn Hương Giang, a Vietnamese actress, singer, model, and beauty queen, is notable for being the first transwoman to represent an Asian country at Miss Universe. Born in Hanoi, she gained fame by winning Miss International Queen 2018 and competed in several reality shows and music endeavors, including hosting "The Amazing Race Vietnam."
13 things about Kampala native Zohran Mamdani
Zohran Kwame Mamdani, an Indian-Ugandan-American politician, was born in Uganda to Indian-descended parents. He has a background in housing counseling and music, notably as an artist. A Democrat, he became a New York State Assembly member in 2021 and will assume office as New York City mayor in 2026.
10 things about Manila native Elmo Magalona
Elmo Moses Arroyo Magalona is a 31-year-old Filipino actor and singer from Manila, with a background in music and performing arts. An alumnus of De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde, he is notable for his roles in television and film, including his debut album "ELMO" and performances at events like the 2019 Southeast Asian Games.
10 things about Miss Universe Chile 2024 Emilia Dides
Emilia Ignacia Dides Maffei, a trilingual Lebanese-Italian-Chilean singer and beauty queen, represented Chile at Miss Universe 2024, finishing in the Top 12. Born on June 29, 1998, in Santiago, she has released multiple singles through Warner Music Chile and won "Rojo, el Color del Talento" in 2019, earning a scholarship.
10 things about Archer, Florida’s Ryo Heene
Ryo Heene, a Japanese-American drummer from Archer, Florida, is the son of inventor Richard Heene and guitarist Mayumi Iizuka. He grew up in a notable family, participated in reality TV, and founded the heavy metal band Heene Boyz. He faced controversies but continues to pursue music and family business ventures.
10 things about Archer, Florida’s Falcon Heene
Falcon Heene, a Japanese-American singer and bassist from Archer, Florida, is known as the "Balloon Boy" due to a 2009 helium balloon incident. He and his brothers are members of the heavy metal band Heene Boyz. The family owns Craftsman Tiny Homes and has appeared in reality shows, including "Wife Swap."
13 things about Archer, Florida’s Bradford Heene
Bradford Heene, a Japanese-American guitarist from Archer, Florida, is known for forming the heavy metal band Heene Boyz with his brothers. The Heene family gained notoriety from a balloon controversy in 2009, and they appeared on reality shows. Bradford has also released songs supporting political figures. He turned 25 in 2024.
10 things about Barranquilla native Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll
Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, known mononymously as Shakira, is a Colombian artist celebrated for her versatile contributions to music and charity. Born to Lebanese immigrants, she rose to fame with hits like "Hips Don't Lie" and founded the Pies Descalzos Foundation. Shakira has two children and faced recent legal challenges in Spain.
10 things about Belleville, Illinois native AJ Mitchell
Aaron Fredrick "AJ" Mitchell Jr. is a singer-songwriter from Belleville, Illinois. He began his music journey in 2005 and gained recognition after moving to Los Angeles in 2015. He signed with Epic Records in 2018 and released his debut EP in July of that year. In 2025, he released his second studio album.
