The Philippines has three representatives at Top Model of Universe 2026, which is now underway in Türkiye.
Kristzan Karlo Delos Santos, Czar Julius Olivar, and Merianne Gabrielle Villanueva Dekit have arrived in the host country and started their official competition activities. The international modeling competition is scheduled from September 14 to 19, 2026.
The final is expected to take place on September 19.
Who are the Philippine representatives?
Kristzan Karlo Delos Santos
Kristzan Karlo Delos Santos is competing under the Philippines designation. He is backed by Misters of Filipinas and received his official Philippine sash ahead of the competition.
Delos Santos is representing the country in the men’s division as he seeks to stand out in the runway, fashion, and modeling challenges.
Czar Julius Olivar
Czar Julius Olivar is competing as Top Model of Universe Philippine Islands 2026. He was selected through Great Man of the Universe Philippines and has been promoted as the first representative from Mindanao under the Philippine Islands designation.
His participation gives the country another contender in the men’s competition.
Merianne Gabrielle Villanueva Dekit
Merianne Gabrielle Villanueva Dekit is the country’s representative in the women’s competition. She traveled to Türkiye with the Philippine delegation and has joined the official activities alongside the international female candidates.
Her participation gives the Philippines representation in both the men’s and women’s divisions of the 2026 competition.
Top Model of Universe 2026 activities begin
The Philippine delegates have completed their arrival and sashing activities. Recent posts also show the candidates taking part in official appearances, fashion presentations, and activities in Istanbul.
These events allow the contestants to show their runway skills, personal style, confidence, and ability to work in front of the camera before the final.
When is the Top Model of Universe 2026 final?
The Top Model of Universe 2026 final is scheduled for September 19, 2026, in Türkiye.
With three representatives in the competition, Filipino pageant fans will have several candidates to support as Top Model of Universe 2026 approaches its conclusion.