Tharina Botes is a Thai-South African model and beauty queen known for her numerous titles, including Miss Thailand World 2023 and Miss Universe Bangkok 2026. She has represented Thailand and South Africa in various international pageants. Botes graduated with a bachelor's degree in commerce and enjoys activities like painting and freediving.
Iloilo’s Alexie Brooks is MGI All Stars 2nd Edition candidate
Alexie Mae Caimoso Brooks, an American-Filipino athlete and model from Iloilo City, has achieved success in various beauty pageants, including Miss Eco International 2025 and Miss Universe Iloilo City 2024. She is also a noted sports competitor with a gold medal in heptathlon and has participated in significant athletic competitions.
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MGI All Stars 1st Edition winner Vanessa Pulgarin is Reina Filipinas 2026 judge
Vanessa Pulgarin Monsalve, a Colombian model and beauty queen, won Miss Universe Colombia in 2025 and competed in several international pageants, including Miss International and Miss Grand International. Born in Medellin and educated in social communication, she has traveled extensively for modeling and competitions, showcasing her diverse experiences.
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Miss Universe Vietnam 2025 Huong Giang is Reina Filipinas 2026 judge
Nguyễn Hương Giang, a Vietnamese actress, singer, model, and beauty queen, is notable for being the first transwoman to represent an Asian country at Miss Universe. Born in Hanoi, she gained fame by winning Miss International Queen 2018 and competed in several reality shows and music endeavors, including hosting "The Amazing Race Vietnam."
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21 Reina Filipinas 2026 candidates to compete in Pasay
Emma Mary Francisco Tiglao leads Reina Filipinas, newly established to manage the Miss Grand International franchises in the Philippines. The inaugural Reina Filipinas 2026 event features 21 contestants, with the coronation on August 7, 2026. Notable hosts include Joy Barcoma and Sean Kyle Ortega, selecting winners for Miss Grand Philippines and MGI All Stars.
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Miss Universe Laos 2025 Lattana Munvilay turns 32
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.
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Nawat Itsaragrisil crowns MGI All Stars 1st Edition winner Vanessa Pulgarin in Bangkok
Vanessa Pulgarin Monsalve won the Miss Grand International (MGI) All Stars 1st Edition in Bangkok, Thailand, competing against 56 candidates. She was crowned by founder Nawat Itsaragrisil, with Faith Maria Porter from Ghana as the runner-up and Huong Giang Nguyen from Vietnam as second runner-up. The event took place on May 30, 2026.
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13 things about Miss Universe Latina 2025 Yamilex Hernandez
Yamilex Hernández del Orbe is a Dominican-American beauty queen, teacher, and actor from New Jersey. She has competed in multiple pageants, including Miss Universe and Miss International, achieving semifinal and finalist positions. Notably, she was crowned Miss Internacional Dominicana 2023 and won the title of Miss Universe Latina 2025.
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13 things about Miss Universe Philippines 2019 Gazini Ganados
Gazini Christiana Jordi Acopiado Ganados, a Palestinian-Filipino model and beauty queen from Talisay, Cebu, Philippines, represented the country at Miss Universe 2019 and Miss Grand International All Stars 2026. She has a diverse pageantry background and is well-educated, holding a bachelor's degree in tourism management. Ganados has achieved various accolades throughout her career.
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13 things about Miss Grand International 2025 third runner-up Faith Porter
Faith Maria Porter, a Ghanaian-American beauty queen, has held several titles, including Miss Earth USA Air 2022 and Miss Grand Ghana 2025. She has competed in major pageants like Miss USA and Miss Grand International. A graduate of Pace University, Porter has extensive experience in various internships and beauty competitions.
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