Lattana Munvilay, a Laotian actor and model, competed in Miss Universe Laos three times and won the title in 2025. She was second runner-up in 2019 and 2022, represented Laos at the Miss Universe 2025 competition, and participated in the MGI All Stars. Munvilay holds a degree in architecture.
Miss Universe Cambodia 2025 Nearysocheata Thai turns 31
Nearysocheata Thai, a Cambodian entrepreneur and beauty queen, represented Cambodia at the 74th Miss Universe. Known as Fi Yata, she won Miss Universe Cambodia in 2025. Born in Phnom Penh, she owns a skincare brand and is a single mother. Despite her efforts, she remained unplaced in the competition.
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Hpa-An’s May Grace Parry to represent Myanmar at Miss Universe 2026 in San Juan
May Grace Parry, an Australian-Burmese model and actress born in Bangladesh, represented Hpa-An, Myanmar, in the 13th Miss Universe Myanmar and won the title in 2026. She studied at the International School of Myanmar and the University of Melbourne, and she is set to compete in the 75th Miss Universe.
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Myat Yadanar Soe crowns Miss Universe Myanmar 2026 May Grace Parry in Yangon
Myat Yadanar Soe from Pyin Oo Lwin won Miss Universe Myanmar 2025 on June 27, 2025, with 35 contestants. Her successor, May Grace Parry from Hpa-An, was crowned on June 17, 2026, at a venue in Yangon, amidst 38 competitors. Special awards were given for various categories.
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25 Miss Universe Uganda 2026 candidates revealed
Uganda will make its Miss Universe debut in 2026, alongside Niger. Joram Job Muzira leads Miss Universe Uganda as national director. The 25 contestants were announced on June 11, 2026, with the inaugural ceremony planned for August 1, 2026, in Kampala. Notable judges included Susan Geurts and Rachel K.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
