Earth queens set to shine at Miss Universe Philippines 2026

A new wave of crossover queens is redefining the pageant landscape, as former Miss Earth standouts make their presence felt on the Miss Universe Philippines stage.

Trailblazers like Celeste Cortesi and Yllana Marie Aduana have shown how years of advocacy work, environmental leadership, and disciplined training can translate into confidence, intelligence, and global readiness. Their journeys proved that “Beauty for a Cause” is not just a slogan—it is preparation for bigger platforms.

Now, their success has sparked a powerful movement.

The 2026 edition of Miss Universe Philippines is emerging as one of the strongest crossover years in recent memory, with several Earth queens stepping forward to take on the Universe challenge. These women bring with them not only pageant polish, but also years of experience in community work, sustainability campaigns, and public service.

Among the notable names joining the race are:

• Imelda Schweighart – Miss Philippines Earth 2016

• Roxie Baeyens – Miss Philippines Earth 2020

• Bea Millan-Windorski – Miss Earth USA 2024

Each of them represents a generation of queens shaped by purpose, resilience, and global awareness—qualities that now give them a strong edge on the Miss Universe Philippines stage.

Their presence signals a shift in pageantry: beauty is no longer measured only by elegance and eloquence, but also by commitment to causes and the courage to evolve.

With Earth queens stepping boldly into the Universe arena, the competition promises to be deeper, smarter, and more meaningful than ever.