Emma Mary Tiglao from Pampanga has brought home another victory for the Philippines after being crowned Miss Grand International 2025 during the grand coronation night held on Saturday, October 18, at the MGI Hall in Bangkok, Thailand.
Outshining 76 other candidates from across the globe, the Kapampangan beauty queen proved that grace, confidence, and purpose can take you all the way to the crown. Tiglao also earned the “Country’s Power of the Year” award, a recognition that automatically advanced her into the competition’s Top 22.
Thailand’s Sarunrat Puagpipat was named first runner-up.
This triumph marks a historic back-to-back win for the Philippines at Miss Grand International. Tiglao succeeded CJ Opiaza of Zambales, who took over the 2024 title after India’s Rachel Gupta stepped down from her reign.
A Queen’s Comeback Story
Emma’s victory was more than just a win—it was a comeback. The 30-year-old stunner from Mabalacat City, Pampanga, has long been a familiar face in Philippine pageantry. She was previously Binibining Pilipinas Intercontinental 2019, where she represented the country at Miss Intercontinental and placed among the Top 20 finalists.
After years of hosting, modeling, and charity work, Tiglao made her pageant comeback through Miss Grand Philippines 2025—a move that eventually led her to claim the international crown.
Advocating for Peace and Purpose
As the newly-crowned Miss Grand International, Tiglao is expected to champion the organization’s message of “Stop the War and Violence.” She emphasized during the competition that peace begins “in understanding and empathy, not in division or power.”
Her sincerity and eloquence resonated with both judges and fans, making her one of the evening’s most talked-about candidates.
A Win for the Country
The back-to-back victory has once again solidified the Philippines’ dominance in the international pageant scene, celebrating not only beauty but also intelligence, resilience, and heart.
Emma Mary Tiglao’s success story continues to inspire Filipinos—reminding everyone that perseverance, authenticity, and faith can turn dreams into reality.