Branden Alaen Cruz, a Cuban-American multifaceted talent from Miami, is known for his achievements in various beauty pageants, including Mister Universe and Mister International. He holds several titles, such as Mister Universe USA 2018 and Mister Global USA 2019. Cruz is also a recording artist, brand strategist, and certified growth coach.
13 things about Man of the World 2022 third runner-up Tjardo Vollema
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.
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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.
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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.
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13 things about Miss Pacific Islands 2026 Ailava Samuels
Ailava Samuels, a Samoan-Fijian beauty queen from Nasinu, Fiji, made history in 2026 as the second Miss Pacific Islands from Fiji. She has participated in various beauty pageants, winning titles such as Miss Valelevu 2025 and Miss Fiji 2025 first runner-up. Alongside beauty, she advocates cancer awareness through the Fiji Cancer Society.
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13 things about Miss Universe La Union 2026 Bea Millan-Windorski
Beatrice Rebecca "Bea" Millan-Windorski, a Filipino-American beauty queen from Wisconsin, represents La Union, Philippines in Miss Universe Philippines 2026 after achieving titles like Miss Earth USA 2024 and Miss Wisconsin Earth 2023. She is an advocate for climate refugee rights and holds degrees in history and international relations.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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