Vietnam representative Emoura Pham and nine other international candidates have emerged as the leading group ahead of the Miss Grand International 2026 final in Bangkok. Recognized for their strong achievements, striking performances, and competitive results, these contestants represent the pinnacle of this year’s global pageant circuit.
Emoura Pham, 26, stands 1.70 meters tall and possesses a multicultural background with a Vietnamese mother and an English father. Known by her Vietnamese name Pham Chan Phuong, she attended international schools before moving to the United States at the age of 15. After returning to Vietnam in 2025, she competed in Vietnam’s Next Top Model before officially being crowned Miss Grand Vietnam 2026. Outside of pageantry, she actively pursues a community initiative to construct pedestrian bridges for residents living in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region.
Standout Preliminary Achievements and Global Rankings
Throughout the competition in Thailand, Emoura demonstrated consistent form across multiple sub-categories. She secured a spot in the Top 15 of the Grand Talent competition with a combined singing and dancing routine to the song “Espresso.” Additionally, she finished in the Top 10 of the Pre-Arrival voting round, captured first place in the Grand Day Experience public vote, and placed in the Top 3 of the Country’s Power of the Year category.
Major international beauty pageant trackers have heavily favored her chances. Pageant site Missosology ranked Emoura at No. 2 overall in its final prediction list, while Sash Factor placed her inside its top five contenders. Following the semifinal round, Pageanthology highlighted her evening gown performance-featuring a striking “Fire Phoenix” design-as the best of the night. Her national costume, titled Vinh quy bai to and inspired by traditional paper horse craftsmanship, also drew critical praise from regional publications in the Philippines and Ecuador.
Key Competitors in the 2026 Final Lineup
The race for the crown at MGI Hall in Bangkok features several formidable representatives from across the globe:
- Shyare Andrade (Ecuador): A 23-year-old law student, model, and business owner recognized for her signature short hair and community project, Mundo Lienzo.
- Jihan Dimack (Tanzania): A professional model with extensive experience who previously represented her nation at Miss Universe 2016 and led several voting categories heading into the final.
- Patthama Jitsawat (Thailand): A 33-year-old professional singer and master’s degree holder leveraging home-field advantage and strong local support.
- Angelica Lopez (Philippines): Carrying her nation’s aspirations for a third consecutive Miss Grand International title, backed by her advocacy for natural beauty and self-love.
- Ximena Carrillo (Guatemala): A marketing student, model, and former national-level athlete well-known to Southeast Asian audiences from prior international competition.
- Lady Di Mosquera (Venezuela): Standing at 1.83 meters tall, this communications student aims to secure Venezuela’s second title in pageant history.
- Alyanni Gómez (Cuba): A pre-dental student at Florida International University who won over audiences with an energetic salsa tribute to Celia Cruz.
- Victoria Oluwakotanmi (United States): A U.S. Navy Reserve logistics specialist representing the United States following her strong showing in national pageants.
- Vicky Carbonell (Puerto Rico): A talented singer and reality television alumna backed by prominent beauty pageant experts.
The Grand Finale in Bangkok
The Miss Grand International 2026 grand finale takes place on the evening of October 10 at MGI Hall in Bangkok, Thailand. During the broadcast, organizers are set to officially announce the winner of Country’s Power of the Year, Miss Popular Vote, and the ultimate successor to the crown. Vietnamese fans and international observers alike continue to watch closely to see if Emoura Pham can successfully replicate the historical victory achieved by Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien in 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emoura Pham
1. What is Emoura Pham’s full Vietnamese name?
Her Vietnamese name is Pham Chan Phuong, and she was born in Ho Chi Minh City.
2. How tall is Emoura Pham?
She stands 1.70 meters tall with measurements reported around 79-59-92 cm.
3. What are Emoura Pham’s major achievements in Miss Grand International 2026?
She placed in the Top 15 of Grand Talent, reached the Top 10 of the Pre-Arrival round, led the Grand Day Experience public vote, and finished in the Top 3 of Country’s Power of the Year.
4. What community project does she support?
Emoura is actively involved in a project dedicated to building pedestrian bridges for local residents in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region.
5. Where did she study before winning Miss Grand Vietnam 2026?
She studied at international schools in Vietnam before moving to the United States at age 15 to pursue higher education.
