Bea Millan-Windorski of La Union Crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2026
The Filipino-American standout and Miss Earth alumna is set to represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico. A New Reign Begins at Mall of Asia Arena PASAY CITY, Philippines – In a spectacular display of grace and intellect, Bea Millan-Windorski of La Union was officially crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2026 on Saturday, May 2. The grand coronation night, held at the packed SM Mall of Asia Arena, saw the 24-year-old beauty succeed outgoing queen Maria Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon Province. Millan-Windorski will now carry the Philippine flag to the Miss Universe 2026 international stage, scheduled to take place in Puerto Rico later this year. From Miss Earth USA to Philippine Royalty The newly minted queen is no stranger to the global spotlight. An alumna of the University of Wisconsin-Madison , Bea previously held the title of Miss Earth USA and achieved a prestigious Top 4 finish at the Miss Earth 2024 pageant. Following her international success, she made...