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Malaysian Gavin Chow Wins Mr. Bear International 2026

4/18/2026

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Gavin Chow, Mr Bear International 2026, was crowned during Thailand's Songkran festival.
Chow became the first Malaysian to win the title.
His national costume featured a Chinese samfu jacket, Nyonya batik, a sarong, traditional kuih cakes, and nasi lemak.
In an interview, Chow expressed surprise at the win and said he is exploring opportunities within the industry.
The event highlights the growing visibility of queer culture in Thailand.

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Story summary

Gavin Chow, Mr Bear International 2026, was crowned during Thailand's Songkran festival.
Chow became the first Malaysian to win the title.
His national costume featured a Chinese samfu jacket, Nyonya batik, a sarong, traditional kuih cakes, and nasi lemak.
In an interview, Chow expressed surprise at the win and said he is exploring opportunities within the industry.
The event highlights the growing visibility of queer culture in Thailand.