Team Philippines proudly raised the nation’s flag in Thailand after winning three pageant titles and a runner-up placement at the recently concluded Junior Idol World 2025.
Four talented young Filipinos competed against candidates from various countries and shone brightly on the international stage during the finals night held on July 7 at the CDC Ballroom in Bangkok.
Under the guidance and care of National Director Cristhel Fraulein Gardoce Bulabon of La Reina’s Filipinas Organization, the Philippines’ newest pageant winners—Maria Shaiya Oisha Diwa, Nickoea Marie Whittaker, Tristan King Dano, and Elizabeth Lipkin—captivated the judges with standout performances in their respective categories.
Maria Shaiya Oisha Diwa from Cebu proudly clinched the title of Miss Teen Junior Idol World 2025, along with several special awards: Best in National Costume, Best in Interview, Best in Talent, Best in Catwalk, and Darling of the Crowd.
Nickoea Marie Whittaker, also from Cebu, was crowned Miss Pre-Teen Junior Idol World 2025. She also took home special awards, including Best in Catwalk and Best Introduction Video.
Meanwhile, Tristan King Daño of Quezon City proudly clinched the Little Mister Junior Idol World 2025 crown for the Philippines. He also brought home three special awards: Best in National Costume, Best in Sportswear, and Darling of the Crowd.
Additionally, Elizabeth Lipkin from Laguna was named Mini Miss Junior Idol World 2025 Second Runner-Up. She also earned the following special awards: Best in National Costume, Best in Talent, and the People’s Choice Award.
Diwa, Whittaker, Daño, and Lipkin now join the growing list of Filipinos who have achieved success in international pageants held in Thailand.
In 2018, Catriona Gray claimed the Philippines’ fourth Miss Universe crown, besting 93 other contenders during the grand coronation at the Impact Arena in Bangkok.
More recently, in 2024, licensed mechanical engineer and event host Jupheter Franco from General Santos City was crowned Mister Continental World in Pattaya.
That same year, young Filipino talents Meissy Allaine Hernandez, Angelo Mark Sanchez, and Angeline Manait made their mark at the Teen Star International pageant in Bangkok, securing placements and winning numerous awards.
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