2025 Miss Universe Great Britain crowns her successor, Angela Aumonier | Photo via Facebook
NEWPORT, WALES– Angela Aumonier, a 25‑year‑old British‑Filipino public health professional and model representing London, was crowned Miss Universe Great Britain 2026 during the national pageant held over the weekend in Newport, Wales. She will now advance to represent Great Britain at the Miss Universe competition later this year.
Aumonier emerged at the top of a competitive field of finalists, earning praise for her advocacy on equitable healthcare access and her strong stage presence. Pageant organizers described her as “a modern, purpose‑driven representative of Great Britain’s diverse communities.”
A British‑Filipino Story Rooted in Two Homelands
Born in London to a British father and a Filipina mother, Aumonier grew up in a multicultural household that embraced both British and Filipino traditions. Her mother hails from Cebu, where Angela spent many summers visiting relatives. According to her introductory profile, Aumonier credits those visits with shaping her understanding of community health challenges and inspiring her eventual career in public health.
Aumonier completed her undergraduate degree in Public Health at the University of Liverpool, later earning a postgraduate certificate in global health policy. She currently works with a London‑based nonprofit focused on improving access to preventive healthcare for migrant and low‑income communities.
Her parents met in the early 1990s when her mother migrated to the United Kingdom as a nurse — part of the wave of Filipino healthcare professionals who helped fill critical shortages in the UK’s National Health Service (NHS). Aumonier has often spoken about her mother’s journey, describing it as “a story of courage, sacrifice, and service.”
Pageant Experience and Filipino Roots
Before competing in Miss Universe Great Britain, Aumonier participated in several charity‑driven modeling events and advocacy campaigns. While she was not previously crowned in a major Philippine national pageant, she did join a regional competition in Cebu during her teens — an experience she has said helped her build confidence and public speaking skills.
In interviews leading up to the national finals, Aumonier emphasized her Filipino heritage and the pride she carries from both sides of her family. “Being British‑Filipino means belonging to two cultures that value resilience, compassion, and community,” she said. “I want young women who share mixed identities to see that they can represent every part of who they are.”
A Platform Focused on Public Health Equity
Aumonier’s advocacy centers on expanding access to preventive healthcare, particularly for immigrant families and underserved communities. She has worked on campaigns promoting vaccination awareness, mental health support, and culturally competent care.
During the pageant’s final Q&A segment, she highlighted the need for stronger public health education. “Health literacy saves lives,” she said. “When people understand their health options, they make empowered decisions for themselves and their families.”
Her win was met with enthusiasm from both British and Filipino communities. Filipino groups in London celebrated her victory online, calling her “a proud representative of the diaspora” and “a symbol of modern Filipino excellence abroad.”
Looking Ahead to Miss Universe
As she prepares for the global stage, Aumonier said she hopes to amplify conversations about health equity and migrant well‑being. “Miss Universe is a platform that reaches millions,” she said. “If I can use that to advocate for communities that are often overlooked, then I’ve done my job.”
Aumonier will undergo months of training, charity work, and public appearances before heading to the Miss Universe competition later this year.
