Colombia’s Vanessa Pulgarin crowned first-ever MGI All Stars winner in Bangkok

Colombia takes historic win as Gazini Ganados leads Philippines with Top 5 finish in debut pageant edition.

Colombia’s Vanessa Pulgarin made history after being crowned the inaugural winner of the Miss Grand International All Stars pageant during the coronation night held in Bangkok, Thailand.

Pulgarin, a seasoned pageant competitor who previously represented Colombia in Miss Universe 2025, outshone 55 other candidates from around the world. 

She consistently delivered strong performances throughout the competition before ultimately securing the crown given by organization owner Nawat Itsaragrisil.

Ghana’s Faith Maria Porter finished as first runner-up, while Vietnam’s Huong Giang Nguyen placed second runner-up.

The Philippine delegation also made a strong impression on the international stage. Out of the five Filipina representatives, Alexia Nuñez, Keylyn Trajano, and Imelda Schweighart were eliminated early in the competition. 

Fuschia Anne Rivera advanced to the Top 18, while Gazini Ganados delivered the country’s strongest finish, placing in the Top 5.

Ganados impressed throughout the competition, particularly during the evening gown segment where she wore a creation by designer Rian Fernandez. The gown highlighted Filipino artistry while incorporating symbolic elements inspired by Palestinian heritage, blending keffiyeh patterns with Filipino pinukpok metalcraft. The design represented strength, hope, and resilience, earning praise from pageant fans online.

Despite missing the Top 3, Gazini’s Top 5 finish was widely regarded as a strong showing for the Philippines in the inaugural edition of the competition.

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