Cristian Etpison Nicolescu, 31, is named Palau’s candidate for Mister Frontier International 2025, a contest highlighting underrepresented nations. A diplomat and elite wrestler, he bridges diplomacy and sports, earning awards in BJJ and serving at a Tokyo embassy. Nicolescu embodies Palau's legacy and tradition while fostering international relations.
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.
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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.
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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."
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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.
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10 things about Miss Cosmo Panama 2025 Italy Mora
Johan Peñaloza Mora, a 20-year-old Panamanian model and beauty queen, won Señorita Panamá 2024. Despite initially being set to compete in Miss Universe 2024, she withdrew due to a rule violation. In 2025, she was crowned Miss Cosmo Panama and finished in the Top 5 at Miss Cosmo 2025 in Vietnam.
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13 things about Miss Cosmo Liberia 2025 Kindness Wilson
Kindness Wilson is a Liberian beauty queen, fashion designer, and advocate for people with disabilities. With a bachelor's in environmental science, she gained prominence by competing in various pageants, including Miss International and Miss Global. Wilson has represented Liberia multiple times and is the CEO of KK Collections, contributing to fashion and advocacy.
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13 things about Miss Cosmo Namibia 2025 Cassia Sharpley
Cassia Sharpley is a multifaceted Namibian beauty queen, paramedic, and founder of the Honey Comb Haven Foundation, dedicated to assisting her community. She gained recognition through her participation in various beauty pageants, winning Miss Namibia 2022 and representing Namibia in Miss Universe 2022 and Miss Cosmo 2025, earning numerous accolades throughout her career.
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13 things about Miss Cosmo Laos 2025 Christina Lasasimma
Christina Lasasimma is a Laotian-Belarusian violinist, model, and beauty queen who has represented Laos in various international pageants. Born in Vientiane, she won Miss Laos in 2012, held titles for Miss Universe Laos in 2020 and 2024, and continues to participate in modeling and philanthropic activities.
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10 things about Miss Cosmo Costa Rica 2025 Sharon Recinos
Sharon Recinos Carvajal is a Costa Rican economist, activist, and beauty queen from Heredia, who competed in Miss Earth 2024 and Miss Cosmo 2025. She holds a degree in international relations, founded the Mujer Emprende foundation, and has authored multiple academic papers. In 2023, she was International Queen of the Seas.
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