56 Miss Maryland USA 2025 candidates competing in Rockville

Bailey Anne Kennedy, born biologically male in Cambodia, made history by becoming the first transwoman, first Asian, first married woman, and oldest contestant to win Miss Maryland USA in 2024. She will crown her successor for Miss Maryland USA 2025 on August 24, 2025, with 56 contestants vying for the title.

Ilda Amani crowns Miss Universe DR Congo 2025 Deborah Djema in Kinshasa

Ilda Amani Dorcas, from Bukavu, DR Congo, is a Multitech Business School and International University of East Africa alumna. She debuted on the runway in 2017 and won the Miss Universe DR Congo 2024 title on August 29, 2024. She crowned her successor, Déborah Djema, on August 22, 2025.

13 things about Prostejov native Jakub Mensik

Jakub Menšík, a Czech professional tennis player from Prostějov, made his professional debut in 2022. He has notable performances, including reaching the second round of the 2024 Olympics and winning the 2025 Miami Open. He debuted in all Grand Slam events from 2023 to 2025, consistently reaching the third round.

5 most beautiful Miss Universe Singapore 2025 candidates

Charlotte Lucille Chia graduated from the University of Sydney in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in international and global studies. In 2024, she graduated from Singapore Management University in Bras Basah, Museum Planning Area, Centra Area, Singapore with a master’s degree in cross-border business and finance law. On September 22, 2024, Chia competed … Continue reading 5 most beautiful Miss Universe Singapore 2025 candidates

15 Miss Universe Singapore 2025 candidates competing in Downtown Core

Charlotte Lucille Chia earned a bachelor’s degree in international and global studies from the University of Sydney in 2019 and a master’s in cross-border business and finance law from Singapore Management University in 2024. She won the Miss Universe Singapore 2024 title and will crown her successor on October 5, 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.

4 Miss Universe British Virgin Islands 2025 candidates competing in Paraquita Bay

Deyounce E. Lowenfield, an entrepreneur and model from Tortola, British Virgin Islands, earned her associate's degree in business administration. She competed in the Miss Universe British Virgin Islands pageant, finishing as a runner-up in 2023 before winning in 2024. Lowenfield will crown her successor in 2025.

13 things about Johannesburg, Gauteng’s Vasti Spiller

Vasti Spiller is a South African kickboxing instructor, entrepreneur, author, and photographer. Originally from Muldersdrift, she studied strategic communication and photography. Engaged to UFC champion Dricus du Plessis, she runs a photography business and published her first children's book in 2023. Spiller is also an ambassador for the B | Loved Foundation.

5 most beautiful Miss Universe Guyana 2025 candidates

Ariana Blaize is a resident of Georgetown, Guyana and Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, United States. Her mother Onica Blaize is a certified life coach, a beauty queen and a beauty pageant coach. From June 2022 to May 2024, Ariana attended Georgia State University in Atlanta where she earned her bachelor’s degree in general studies. On June 15, 2024, she competed against … Continue reading 5 most beautiful Miss Universe Guyana 2025 candidates

Elmo Magalona

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.