Iarth Jones Ranis of Cagayan de Oro scored back-to-back podium finishes in two transgender pageants, placing fourth runner-up at the inaugural Queen Universe Philippines held September 13 at the Mactan Expo Center in Lapu-Lapu City. Mikay Bautista of Pampanga was crowned the inaugural Queen Universe Philippines. Just a week earlier, Ranis also finished second runner-up at Miss Mandirigma Philippines 2026, held September 5 in General Santos City, where ML Venus Tuca of Umingan, Pangasinan was crowned the winner. Congratulations!
Iarth Jones Ranis – 4th Runner-Up in Queen Universe Philippines 2026
Iarth Jones Ranis – 2nd Runner-Up in Miss Mandirigma Philippines 2026
