Tjardo Vollema, a Dutch model, represented the Netherlands in the 2022 Man of the World pageant, finishing as third runner-up. He was born in Putten and educated at various colleges, including NHL Stenden. Vollema is also known for his title as Mister of the Netherlands in 2021 and has traveled extensively.
13 things about Man of the World 2022 first runner-up Vladimir Grand
Vladimir Grand, a Ukrainian model and comedian based in the Philippines, represented Ukraine in the Man of the World 2022 pageant, finishing as first runner-up. Born in Kyiv, he holds a law degree and transitioned from selling gadgets to modeling. Active on social media, he has gained millions of TikTok followers.
13 things about Man of the World 2022 Aditya Khurana
Aditya Khurana, a Pune-born actor, singer, and model, represented India at the international beauty pageant Man of the World, winning the title in 2022. He has faced numerous challenges, including 132 failed auditions, before achieving success. In 2024, he became India's Mr. Universe national director and served as a judge in Vietnam.
13 things about Miss Global Fiji 2025 Nadine Roberts
Nadine Roberts, an Australian beauty queen of Fijian descent, has represented Australia and Fiji in various international pageants. Married to businessman Jamie McIntyre, who faced legal issues, she has navigated a tumultuous pageant career. In 2024, she was briefly crowned and then dethroned as Miss Universe Fiji. Roberts is active in anti-vaccination rallies and continues to compete in beauty contests.
13 things about Miss Universe Fiji 2024 Manshika Prasad
Manshika Prasad, the first Miss Universe Fiji, advocates against domestic violence, a cause stemming from personal experience. Born in Fiji, she moved to Australia for education, holding various executive roles. Prasad won Miss Universe Fiji 2024 but faced dethronement amid controversy; her title was later reinstated. She competed in Miss Universe 2024.
13 things about Miss Pacific Islands 2024 Moemoana Schwenke
Moemoana Safa’ato’a Schwenke, a Samoan climate activist and performing arts practitioner, won Miss Pacific Islands in 2024. A University of Wollongong alumna, she actively advocates for climate action. Born in Samoa, she also excels in fire-knife dancing, theater, and has participated in multiple climate conferences, highlighting her commitment to environmental issues.
13 things about Mister World Belgium 2024 Nathan de Schepper
Nathan de Schepper, a Belgian model born in 2003, represented Belgium in Mister World 2024, becoming the sixth representative for his country. A former tour manager and economics/English teacher, he won Mister World Belgium 2024 and was a semifinalist in the international competition, ranking in the Top 20. He is also involved in hippotherapy initiatives.
13 things about Romeo, Michigan native Kid Rock
Robert James Ritchie, professionally known as Kid Rock, is a Michigan-born American singer-songwriter. Debuting in 1990, he gained fame with hits and albums throughout the 1990s and 2000s, including "Devil Without a Cause." Aside from music, he acted in films and faced personal challenges, marking a diverse career by 2026.
13 things about Miss World Philippines 2026 Asia Rose Simpson
Asia Rose Simpson, an American-Filipino artist and beauty queen, represented New Mexico in Miss Teen USA and the Philippines in Miss World Philippines. Born in 2008, she made history by winning Miss World Philippines 2026 and is set to compete in Miss World 2026. She is also part of the acrobat group The Simpson Tribe.
13 things about Miss Global Philippines 2026 Valerie Pawid West
Valerie Claire Pawid West, the first beauty queen from Ifugao, Philippines, has represented the country in various pageants, including Miss Universe Philippines and Miss World Philippines. A biomedical engineering graduate, she is also a musculoskeletal researcher, EMT, singer, and martial artist, actively involved in multiple competitions and esteemed organizations.
