Tharina Botes breaks silence after Thailand withdraws from Miss Universe 2026

Philstar - Oct 22, 2026

Thailand's Miss Universe bet shared an uplifting message about perseverance and pursuing one's dreams after Thailand announced it would not participate at this year's finals in Puerto Rico.

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