Bea Millan-Windorski thanks Marina Summers, honors trans brother
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Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Bea Millan-Windorski expressed support for the LGBTQIA+ community, thanking Marina Summers for her historic hosting and sharing that she has a trans brother.
Newly crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Bea Millan-Windorski expressed her gratitude to drag artist Marina Summers following the pageant's coronation night, praising her for making history on stage as its first trans woman host.
In Marina's congratulatory Instagram post for Bea, the La Union beauty left a heartfelt comment, highlighting the cultural significance of pageantry in the Philippines and commending Marina's groundbreaking role as host.
Bea wrote, “Pageants are not only a national pastime but also a cultural institution here in the Philippines. Maraming salamat po, ate Marina Summers, for making history as a strong and beautiful trans woman hosting MUPH 2026!”
In the same comment, Bea revealed that she has an older sibling who is a trans man, reflecting her close ties to the LGBTQIA+ community.
She went on, “I am proudly the younger sister of my transmasc kuya Sunny, and your incredible work is an inspiration to Filipinos everywhere who dream of a kinder and more equitable Philippines.”
Bea's personal remarks to Marina have since been praised online, with netizens commending their message of inclusivity and representation.
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