The Miss World Philippines 2026 competition officially kicked off today, January 16, 2026, with the press presentation of the candidates held at Okada Manila. This event introduced the exceptionally empowered Filipina candidates and marked the start of their transformative journey.
The official candidates include:
- Nikki Malabuyoc Lorzano – Batangas - Carolyn Kean Tuquero – Bauan, Batangas - Gwen Marie Perion – Bukidnon - Jayvee Lyn Lorejo – Davao Region - Imani Ja’Asia Quiban-Smith – Filipino Community of Hawaii - Marizza Delgado – Filipino Community of New York - Angel Abergas – Filipino Community of Singapore - Margarethe Elize Romano – Filipino Community of United Kingdom - Valerie Pawid West – Ifugao - Christal Briseis Polancos – Iligan City - Zia Ainhize Arboleda – Laguna - Anne De Mesa – Manila - Zoe Sofia Gabon – Naga City - Cindy Valencia – Negros Island Region - Meridith Bobadila – Occidental Mindoro - Ronette Castillo – Oriental Mindoro - Jiji Galapia – Pampanga - Asia Rose Simpson – Quezon City - Kiana Rose Henson – Quezon Province - Lorraine Ojimba – Rizal Province - Olivia Grace Reilly – Sultan Kudarat - Cherline Dalangin – Valenzuela - Ansha Lichelle Jones – Zamboanga City - Roveelaine Eve Castillo – Zamboanga Peninsula
Following the presentation, the candidates will compete in the traditional **Fast Track challenges**—including Top Model, Talent, Sports Challenge, Multimedia Challenge, and Head-to-Head Challenge—throughout the remainder of the month.
The pre-coronation festivities will culminate in the Charity Gala Night on January 29, 2026, at the Grand Ballroom of Okada Manila, celebrating beauty with a purpose.
The grand finale, the Miss World Philippines 2026 Coronation Night, is set for February 3, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, where the successor to the reigning titleholder will be crowned.
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