38 Miss Universe Myanmar 2026 candidates to compete in Yangon

Myat Yadanar Soe won the Miss Universe Myanmar 2025 title on June 27, 2025, among 34 competitors. Following the resignation of runner-up Nan Inzali, she was named Miss International Myanmar 2025. The Miss Universe Myanmar 2026 pageant will crown a successor on June 17, 2026, featuring 38 contestants.

Ica’s Luren Marquez to represent Peru at Miss Universe 2026 in San Juan

Luren Leticia Márquez Canales is a Peruvian model and television presenter based in the U.S. She has held titles including Miss Teenager International Peru 2018 and Miss Universe Peru 2026. With a background in business and communication, she has participated in various beauty competitions and worked with major television networks like Telemundo and Univision.

Miss Universe Ghana 2025 Andromeda Peters turns 38

Andromeda Osam Peters, a licensed psychotherapist and beauty queen of diverse heritage, represented Virginia in Miss United States and Ghana in Miss Universe. Born in Massachusetts, she has a strong background in psychology and theatre. An advocate for mental health, she has participated in various pageants and traveled extensively for her philanthropic work.

Jojo Bragais launches Reina Filipinas with Emma Tiglao, Nawat Itsarigrisil

Reina Filipinas is a new organization aimed at enhancing the Philippine pageantry experience to global standards, launched by Jojo Bragais and Miss Grand International's Nawat Itsaragrisil. The initiative includes two competitive tracks for Filipino women, with major titles leading to international competitions. Applications are currently open, promoting inclusivity in participation.

San Pablo, Laguna’s Eunice Deza is Top Model of the World 2026 second runner-up

Eunice Dimaculangan Deza, a Filipino financial advisor and beauty queen from San Pablo, Laguna, has competed in various pageants, including Miss Universe Philippines and Mutya ng Pilipinas. A graduate in tourism management, she advocates for quality education and sustainable tourism. Born on April 21, 2000, she has earned multiple titles and accolades.

Natalia Garizabal Vera crowns Top Model of the World 2026 Katherine Castaño in Hurghada

Natalia Garizabal Vera from Colombia won the Top Model of the World 2025 title in Egypt, marking a historic achievement. On June 8, 2026, she crowned Katherine Castaño as her successor, resulting in Colombia's fourth win and the first consecutive victories in the competition's history among 36 contestants.

10 things about Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2025 Lyshanda Moyas

Lyshanda Brendon Moyas, a 27-year-old Zimbabwean nurse and model, won Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2025 and represented her country at the Miss Universe event, reaching the Top 30. With a background in marketing and advocacy for innovation, she has participated in various beauty competitions and works as a brand ambassador for Aura Paints.

36 Top Model of the World 2026 candidates competing in Hurgada

Natalia Garizabal Vera from Colombia was crowned Top Model of the World 2025 on May 30, 2026, in Hurghada, Egypt, beating 35 competitors. The runner-up was Lorena Suárez Lara from Cuba. Vera will crown her successor on June 8, 2026, at the same venue, with 36 models participating in the 32nd edition.

25 Miss Universe Ireland 2026 candidates to compete in Dublin

Aadya Srivastava won Miss Universe Ireland 2025, competing against eight finalists and represented Ireland at Miss Universe 2025 without placing. She will crown her successor on June 20, 2026, during the 20th edition of the pageant, which includes 25 candidates. Ireland has ten historical Miss Universe placements.

Britney Pringle crowns Miss New Zealand 2026 Chloe Robinson in Takapuna, Auckland

Britney Pringle from Auckland won the Miss New Zealand 2026 title on July 5, 2025, at Sky City Theatre. The event included various international memberships and special awards, with Chloe Robinson and Allison Sauz securing top runner-up positions. The inaugural Miss Teenager Universe New Zealand was also held concurrently.