Full Breakdown
Vanessa Pulgarin Wins Inaugural Miss Grand International All Stars in Bangkok
5/31/2026, 5:13:52 AM
Event Overview and Participation
Bangkok’s MGI Hall hosted the first All Stars pageant on May 30-31 2026. Colombian veteran Vanessa Pulgarin won; Faith Maria Porter of Ghana was first runner-up and Huong Giang Nguyen of Vietnam second runner-up. The contest accepted women aged 20-40, including married contestants, mothers and transgender women. Sources report 55 or 56 entrants from 38 countries.
Judges, Hosts, and Scoring
The panel featured former Miss Universe winners Natalie Glebova and Lupita Jones, Miss Grand International titleholders Abena Akuaba Appiah and Isabella Menin, musician Omar Harfouch, designer Jojo Bragais, activist Psi Samut Scott and Osmel Sousa. Hosts were Danilo Carrera, reigning Miss Grand International Emma Tiglao and Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee. Scores were 70 % judges, 30 % public votes; a heavy-traffic glitch halted online voting, after which judges entered numeric scores (1-10).
Final Q&A and Winner’s Remarks
In the final Q&A, Pulgarin answered the star-quality question, citing self-belief, discipline and perseverance and declaring she was “born for this.” Porter and Giang stressed leadership, resilience and courage.
Official Statements
Organizers called the All Stars format a platform for experienced contestants to showcase resilience and global representation. Public voting accounted for 30 % of each score, judges 70 %. The voting glitch was a brief disruption requiring score adjustments. Judges praised the finalists’ poise.
Conflicting Reports and Gaps
Sources differ on whether 55 or 56 contestants entered and whether the final night was May 30 or May 31. Detailed judge scores have not been released, leaving the exact impact of public votes unclear.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I am born for this. This is my big dream. Doesn't matter what door is closing, you need to trust yourself. Does somebody, if a person say 'No, you can't do [it].' You can, because we are power we are disciplined and I'm here because I want to win MGI All Stars because I'm born for the space I'm born for the connection with the people I'm here because I work hard for my dreams.” — Vanessa Pulgarin, Colombia
- “ ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ? Huong Giang: "Working in this industry for over a decade make me realize that courage can change destiny.” — Huong Giang Nguyen, Vietnam
- “ Vanessa Pulgarin: "If I win, I believe I'll be an element to unify, not only Colombia, but every single country, because I hold every single country in my heart.” — Vanessa Pulgarin, answer to Jojo Bragais’ question
Outlook
The organization said Pulgarin will defend her title at the 2027 All Stars pageant and expects the inclusive format and public-voting to continue.
