Beauty queen Gazini Ganados is overflowing with gratitude following her remarkable experience at the Miss Grand International (MGI) All-Stars.
On Friday, June 5, 2026, the Filipina-Palestinian beauty queen took to Instagram to share a heartfelt reflection on her MGI journey, which she described as both overwhelming and transformative.
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Accompanying her post were several photos taken during the opening number of the Grand Final held at MGI Hall in Bangkok on May 30.
She wrote in the caption: "Everything was somehow a blur.
"The rehearsals, the lights, the laughter, the friendships, the moments on stage it all passed by so quickly.
"Yet amidst the whirlwind, what remains clear is the overwhelming gratitude I feel."
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She further shared how the competition impacted her.
"This journey challenged me, humbled me, and reminded me why I started in the first place.
"I am proud of the woman who showed up every day, gave her all, and embraced every moment with courage and grace," she said.
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The beauty queen went on to thank everyone who supported her throughout the journey, saying their love, encouragement, and belief in her helped carry her through its highs and lows.
She added: "Thank you to everyone who walked this journey with me.
"Your love, support, and belief carried me through more than you’ll ever know.
"I will always be thankful."
Pageant queens shower Gazini with support
Gazini's post quickly drew warm responses from fellow pageant queens and fans.
Praising Gazini's performance, Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray commented, "You were in your strongest fighting form! Mabuhay ka @gazinii."
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Miss Universe Philippines 2014 MJ Lastimosa also her showed support: "Ahhhh, you made all the mama’s proud!!!"
Miss Grand International 2024 CJ Opiaza expressed her admiration, saying, "We are proud of you, Queen."
"Proud of you, queen!!!," Miss World Asia 2025 Krishnah Gravidez added.
GAZINI's MGI JOURNEY
Gazini was one of five candidates representing the Philippines in the inaugural edition of MGI All-Stars.
The other Philippine representatives were Fuschia Anne Ravena, Keylyn Trajano, Imelda Schweighart, and Alexia Núñez.
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Among the five Filipinas, Gazini emerged as the highest placer after finishing in the Top 5.
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Vanessa Pulgarin of Colombia was crowned the inaugural MGI All-Stars winner.
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Before joining MGI All-Stars, Gazini represented the Philippines at Miss Universe 2019, where she finished in the Top 20.