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.
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 Universe Cote d’Ivoire 2024 Marie-Emmanuelle Diamala
Marie-Emmanuelle Diamala, crowned Miss Côte d'Ivoire 2024, is a beauty queen and advocate for environmental conservation. She represented Côte d'Ivoire at the Miss Universe and MGI All Stars competitions. A finance graduate, she engages in community initiatives, including donation drives, showcasing her commitment to social causes. She turned 22 in 2025.
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13 things about Miss Universe Myanmar 2024 Thet San Andersen
Thet San Andersen, a Burmese-Swedish entrepreneur and fashion designer, won Miss Universe Myanmar 2024. Born in Sweden, she has an extensive background in design and marketing, working in various roles across Europe and Southeast Asia. Andersen competed in the 73rd Miss Universe and reached the Top 18 in MGI All Stars 2026.
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Colombia’s Vanessa Pulgarin from Miss International to Miss Universe to MGI All Stars
Vanessa Pulgarin Monsalve, a beauty queen from Colombia, represents her country in the inaugural Miss Grand International (MGI) All Stars alongside Priscilla Londoño. Born in Medellin, she previously held titles including Miss International Colombia 2017 and Miss Universe Colombia 2025. The MGI All Stars will crown its winner on May 30, 2026.
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Miss Universe Armenia 2025 Peggy Garabekian attends 2026 Indianapolis 500
Peggy Garabekian is an Armenian-American model and business expert, known for her participation in Miss Asia USA and Miss Universe. Born in Iran and raised in India, she speaks Armenian and English. Throughout her career, she championed human rights and held multiple beauty titles, including Miss Armenia United Nations 2023 and Miss Universe Armenia 2025.
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13 things about Miss Universe Hong Kong 2024 Joanne Rhodes
Joanne Rhodes is a Hong Kong television and radio host, art advisor, and former beauty queen. As a co-founder of the Hong Kong Art Foundation, she supports contemporary art. She studied at Maryknoll Convent School and the University of Hong Kong. In 2024, she won Miss Universe Hong Kong but was unplaced in the international competition.
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Miss Universe Indonesia 2025 Sanly Liu turns 30
Sanly Liu Hendrawati, a beauty queen and entrepreneur from Jakarta, represented Bali in Miss Universe Indonesia 2025, winning the title. An alumnus of Tarumanagara University, she is also a makeup artist and model, known for her international travels and experiences. Liu participated in the Miss Universe 2025, but did not place.
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13 things about Miss Universe Philippines 2022 Celeste Cortesi
Celeste Cortesi, an Italian-Filipino model and beauty queen, gained recognition by representing the Philippines in Miss Earth and Miss Universe competitions. Born in Pasay City and raised in Italy, she speaks multiple languages. Cortesi has held various titles since 2018 and participated in numerous beauty pageants and events across the Philippines and internationally.
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Beijing’s Zhao Na is Miss Universe Philippines 2026 judge
Zhao Na, also known as Zena, is a Chinese dancer, model, and Miss Universe representative. Born in Jinan, she holds degrees in finance and business. Appointed Miss Universe China 2025, she finished in the Top 12 at Miss Universe 2025 and became Miss Universe Asia 2025. She is also a judge for Miss Universe Philippines 2026.
