Beatriz McLelland bows out of Reina Hispanoamericana 2026

Beatriz McLelland has exited the Reina Hispanoamericana 2026 pageant after failing to advance to the Top 8.

During the finals held in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, on Sunday (Philippine time), Beatriz fell short of securing a back-to-back win for the crown, ending her Reina Hispanoamericana 2026 journey in the Top 13.

Earlier in the competition, Beatriz showcased her national costume, designed by Renel Suarez, which was a nod to the first Miss Philippines, Pura Villanueva-Kalaw.

Dia Mate brought home the country's second Reina Hispanoamericana crown after winning the international pageant in February 2025. —Hermes Joy Tunac/MGP, GMA Integrated News