17 Mister Friendship International 2024 candidates competing in Lukang

Leav Veng Hour from Cambodia won Mister Friendship International 2023, competing against 18 candidates in Thailand. The runners-up were "Sky" Tian Yu (Taiwan), Justin Stephen (Indonesia), Daksh Chaudhary (India), and Jan Černohorský (Czech Republic). Leav will crown his successor on December 8, 2024, at the Asia Pacific Resort in Taiwan.

13 things about Miss Universe Philippines 2021 first runner-up Maureen Wroblewitz

Maureen Wrob, born in Riyadh to a German father and Filipino mother, is a model, actress, and TV host. Rising to fame by winning "Asia's Next Top Model" Season 5 in 2017, she has since engaged in various projects, including co-hosting "Eat Bulaga" and competing in Miss Universe Philippines 2021.

Jamie Lee Komoroski biography: 50 things about Clinton, New Jersey woman

Jamie Lee Komoroski, an American from New Jersey, earned a marketing degree from Coastal Carolina University. After various jobs and travels, she faced legal troubles following a DUI incident on April 28, 2023, resulting in the death of Samantha Miller and injury to Aric Hutchinson. She was sentenced to 25 years in prison.

36 Miss Earth USA 2025 candidates competing in Washington DC

Beatrice “Bea” Millan-Windorski, of Filipino descent, won the title of Miss Earth USA 2024 representing Wisconsin. She will crown her successor at the 21st Miss Earth USA pageant on July 6, 2025, in Washington, D.C., with 36 contestants vying for the title. The competition includes a preliminary judging round on January 5, 2025.

Dr. Jill Biden biography: 14 things about educator born in Hammonton, New Jersey

Dr. Jill Biden, an American educator and author, is the wife of President Joe Biden and mother to Ashley Biden. Born in New Jersey, she has a strong educational background, earning multiple degrees. Jill has worked as a professor and published several books while also engaging in humanitarian efforts and supporting her husband’s political career.

R’Bon Gabriel biography: 10 things about Missouri City, Texas psychologist

Remigio Bonson "R'Bon" Gabriel is a Filipino-American psychologist from Texas, originally from Manila. He has a PhD and has started a car repair shop. R'Bon is married to Dana and has four children. His daughter R'Bonney won Miss USA 2022 and Miss Universe 2022.

Richie Fletcher biography: 15 things about US Coast Guard veteran from Memphis, Tennessee

Richard James “Richie” Fletcher III, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran from Memphis, met his wife Eliza at a church. They had two sons and lived in Central Gardens. Eliza was tragically abducted and murdered in 2022. Richie has had various jobs, including as a project manager, and earned a degree in project management.

Beasley Wellford biography: 13 things about Charlevoix, Michigan man

Who is Beasley Wellford? James Beasley Wellford is an American man from Charlevoix, Michigan, United States. He has lived in different parts of Tennessee, USA including Memphis, Cordova and Germantown and he previously lived in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA. Wellford is 5 years older than his wife Adele Orgill Wellford. He is … Continue reading Beasley Wellford biography: 13 things about Charlevoix, Michigan man

10 things about Palmetto Bay, Florida’s Stephanie Bloodworth

Stephanie Marie Bloodworth, a resident of Miami-Dade County, Florida, gained attention in 2022 when a video of her arrest went viral. She faced multiple charges after nearly crashing her Tesla and making claims of ownership over Duck Key. Bloodworth has a diverse background, including education at Parsons School of Design and various jobs, and recently became engaged.

Laura Whitehurst biography: 13 things about Redlands, California woman

Laura Whitehurst is a former teacher from Redlands, California. She allegedly sexually abused three underage male students between 2007 and 2012.