
Former Miss Universe titleholders Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey and Catriona Gray shared messages of pride and support on social media as they congratulated newly crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Bea Millan-Windorski.
Bea is set to represent the country at the Miss Universe 2026 pageant, which will be held in Puerto Rico later this year.
Pia was among the first to congratulate Bea on winning the coveted title, leaving a heartfelt comment on the La Union beauty's Instagram post on Saturday, May 2.
Meanwhile, Catriona took to her Instagram Story to celebrate Bea's win, sharing an art card announcing the latter's victory. She wrote, “Congratulations, @bea.millan.windorski!! Excited to witness your journey representing the Philippines! 🇵🇭”
Pia and Catriona are the third and fourth Filipinas to win the Miss Universe crown, respectively, following Gloria Diaz (Miss Universe 1969) and Margie Moran (Miss Universe 1973). Pia won in 2015, while Catriona claimed the title in 2018.