Meet the Filipina Candidates of Miss Grand International: All Stars
The pageant is holding a special edition where past contestants and winners can compete once more—and three queens are waving the Philippine flag!
by Em Enriquez
Published on Feb 13, 2026
Miss Grand International has made a reputation for itself as one of the most exuberant pageants in the world. Founded by Thai businessman Nawat Itsaragrisil, the competition gathers candidates who aren't afraid to show a heightened version of their beauty and charisma.
This 2026, Miss Grand International is switching things up with a format that will prove to be the first of its kind. Officially named the "All Stars" edition, this year's pageant calls on queens who have already competed—or won, even—in the past. Such a premise has intrigued fans everywhere, and here in the pageant-obsessed Philippines, we have three delegates who have officially signed on.
What Is Miss Grand International: All Stars?
After the 2025 edition of Miss Grand International, the organization announced the first iteration of All Stars in December of that same year. In teasers, the pageant stated that they are, "calling every queen who dares to return to the spotlight, no matter which stage in the world you once called home."
All women aged 20-40 years old who have previously competed, irrespective of how they originally placed, are eligible to join. The contest also has no bars on marital or parental status.
The main pageant is expected to follow the usual format of Miss Grand International, with swimsuit, evening gown, and question-and-answer rounds helping determine the eventual victor. Aside from a crown, sash, and the inaugural title, delegates are also vying for a "transformative prize" valued between $100,000 to $1,000,000.
While the pageant was originally slated to occur this February, the grand finals have been moved to May 30 to grant candidates more time to complete visa requirements.
The Filipina Candidates of Miss Grand International: All Stars
Fuschia Anne Ravena
One of the very first candidates to confirm their participation was Miss International Queen 2022 titleholder Fuschia Anne Ravena. Hailing from Bogo, Cebu, she made her-story as the third Filipina to win the all-transgender pageant, following in the footsteps of Trixie Maristela and Kevin Balot.
Fuschia appeared on Preview's June 2023 cover alongside a montage of transgender women and femme non-binary individuals making strides in their respective fields. As someone who advocates for LGBTQIA+ representation, she strutted down the Bench Body runway last 2024. Outside of pageantry, Fuschia is also an entrepreneur and a co-owner of an aesthetic clinic in Cebu.
Alexia Nunez
Of Brazilian and Filipino descent, Alexia Nunez is also waving the Philippine flag as an All Star. Having been named the Noble Queen of the Universe last 2025, the wellness and sustainability advocate brings forth her passions as she contends for another crown.
Alexia is the founder of her namesake fashion brand, where she employs environmentally-aware practices to create pieces ranging from swimwear to gowns. As a philantrophist, she works closely with organizations benefitting indigenous communities and children, in hopes of inspiring employment and long-term independence.
Keylyn Pan Guevara Trajano
Keylyn Trajano made headlines in 2024 when she was announced as one of the candidates of Miss Universe Philippines-Pampanga, becoming the first transgender woman to do so. In that same year, she also walked the Bench Body runway, alongside her fellow All Star Fuschia.
In 2025, she was named Universal Woman Arabia, representing her roots as a Filipina child born to Saudi Arabian citizenship. Soon after, she appeared on Philippine TV screens via reality show Afam Wives Club, where she opened up about her relationship with a foreigner. Never one to box herself in one category, Keylyn continues to take up space as a public relations professional, aspiring actress, and host.
While no confirmation has been made, Michelle Dee was widely speculated to also take part in Miss Grand International: All Stars. In an episode of Kylie Verzosa's Almost Honest podcast, the Miss Universe Philippines 2023 winner expressed her intrigue at the premise of the pageant. However, she caveated that she would have to move around schedules and commitments in order to participate. "But I'm never closing my doors," she added.
Cheering you all on, queens! Make us proud!
Em is queer and probably daydreaming somewhere. They're Preview's associate entertainment editor who's often spotted in cowboy boots and lemon-tinted sunnies.