Meldra Rosenberg, a Latvian-German model and beauty queen born in Berlin, has represented Latvia in various prestigious beauty pageants from 2016 to 2025, achieving notable titles including Miss Supertalent of the World 2024 and Miss Universe Latvia 2025. She has also participated in international competitions, gathering significant modeling experience.
13 things about Miss Grand Greenland 2024 Naja Mathilde Rosing
Naja Mathilde Rosing, a Danish beauty queen from Nuuk, Greenland, has represented Frederiksberg in various pageants, gaining recognition as Miss Intercontinental Denmark 2023 and Miss Grand Greenland 2024. She has a diverse background, speaks multiple languages, and has experience in retail. Rosing has competed in international competitions, achieving semifinalist status.
13 things about Miss Universe 1965 Apasra Hongsakula
Apasra Hongsakula, born in Bangkok, is a prominent Thai businesswoman and beauty queen. She won Miss Thailand 1964 and became the first Miss Universe from Southeast Asia in 1965. Hongsakula, who has served as a judge for Miss Universe competitions, has also opened a beauty spa and achieved various milestones throughout her career.
13 things about Miss Universe 1953 Christiane Martel
Christiane Martel, a French actress and beauty queen born in Nancy, is noted for being the second Miss Universe and the first French titleholder in 1953. She has had two marriages, three daughters, and one son. Martel appeared in numerous films, primarily in Mexico, across her career spanning from the 1950s onward.
13 things about Miss Universe 1952 Armi Kuusela
Armi Kuusela, a Finnish-American entrepreneur and beauty queen, became the first Miss Universe in 1952. She has held various philanthropic roles and received numerous awards for her contributions to art and cancer research. Armi has been married twice and has five children, celebrating her 90th birthday in 2024.
Miss Universe Kyrgyzstan 2025 Mary Kuvakova turns 20
Mary Kuvakova, a Kyrgyz model and beauty queen from Bishkek, won the 14th edition of Miss Kyrgyzstan and represented her country at Miss Universe 2025. Born on January 9, 2006, she is the eldest of four siblings and has traveled to multiple countries for competitions and events. She remained unplaced at Miss Universe 2025.
Miss Universe Cote d’Ivoire 2025 Olivia Yace turns 28
Olivia Yacé, an Ivorian model and beauty queen, won Miss Cote d’Ivoire 2021 and held titles in Miss World and Miss Universe, finishing as a second and fourth runner-up, respectively. Educated at Widener University and Richmond American University, she also worked in event coordination and marketing. Born in Abidjan, she is profoundly connected to her community.
13 things about Miss Intercontinental Colombia 2025 Sasha Perea
Sasha Perea is a Colombian-American beauty queen, model, and author, known for her participation in several beauty pageants including Miss USA and Miss Intercontinental. Educated at York College and UNC Chapel Hill, she has built a diverse career in media and communication, focusing on empowering storytelling. She recently became Miss Intercontinental Colombia 2025.
Miss World USA 1995 Jill Ankuda turns 50
Jill Susan Kilmer Ankuda represented the United States in the 45th edition of Miss World. It was won by Jacqueline Aguilera of Venezuela. Jill Susan Ankuda Amid the new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Ankuda and her son Guillermo "Memo" Pacheco appeared in a "Dr. Phil" episode. In the episode, he said he was appalled to hear … Continue reading Miss World USA 1995 Jill Ankuda turns 50
13 things about Miss Earth 2002 Winfred Omwakwe
Winfred Adah Omwakwe, a Kenyan beauty queen and public relations specialist, made history as the first Kenyan to win a grand slam international beauty pageant title by becoming Miss Earth 2002. Born in Nairobi, she is involved in human rights and environmental initiatives, is multilingual, and has a strong academic background in communication and management.
