Colombia’s Vanessa Pulgarin Wins Historic First Miss Grand International All Stars Crown in Bangkok
BANGKOK, Thailand — Colombia’s Vanessa Pulgarin was crowned the inaugural winner of Miss Grand International All Stars, marking a historic debut for the new international pageant held on May 30, 2026, at the MGI Hall in Bangkok.
Pulgarin triumphed over 55 international candidates representing various countries in a competition that brought together experienced beauty queens, former titleholders, and seasoned pageant contestants aged 20 to 40. The pageant also welcomed mothers and transgender women, reflecting a more inclusive format under the Miss Grand International organization.
The Colombian winner impressed judges during the final question-and-answer round, where she emphasized self-belief, discipline, and perseverance as key traits behind her success.
The first runner-up title went to Faith Maria Porter of Ghana, who also dominated several preliminary competitions, including swimsuit and bare-face segments. Her consistent performance made her one of the strongest contenders throughout the pageant.
Vietnam’s Huong Giang Nguyen secured the second runner-up position after a strong overall showing in the final stages of the competition.
Representing the Philippines, Gazini Ganados finished her campaign in the Top 5 after advancing through multiple rounds, including the critical question-and-answer segment that determined final placements.
Organizers noted that public voting played a significant role in the competition, accounting for 30% of the overall score, while judges contributed the remaining 70%. A technical issue caused by heavy online traffic briefly disrupted the voting system, prompting adjustments in how final scores were tallied.
With its successful first edition, Miss Grand International All Stars is expected to continue as a platform for experienced pageant competitors to showcase resilience, experience, and global representation on the international stage.
