Gwendoline Soriano

Gwendoline Soriano
Soriano in 2026
Born
Gwendoline Meliz Frias Soriano

(1999-07-11) July 11, 1999
Labrador, Pangasinan, Philippines
EducationTrinity University of Asia (BA)
Occupation
  • Beauty pageant titleholder
Beauty pageant titleholder
TitleBinibining Pilipinas International 2026
Major competitions

Gwendoline Meliz Frias Soriano (born July 11, 1999) is a Filipino beauty pageant titleholder who won Binibining Pilipinas International 2026. She will represent the Philippines in Miss International 2027.

Soriano previously competed at Miss Universe Philippines 2025, where she finished as a top 12 semifinalist.

Early life and career

Soriano was born in 1998 or 1999 in Labrador, Pangasinan.[1] She studied at the Trinity University of Asia, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in mass communication degree. As of July 2026, she is pursuing a second degree in real estate.[2]

In 2020, Soriano appeared in an advertisement for fast food brand Jollibee as part of its "Kwentong Jollibee" series.[3]

Pageantry

Early stints

In 2019, Soriano represented Labrador at the Limgas na Pangasinan 2019 competition where she won the title. In August, she appeared on Miss Millennial Philippines, a segment of the Philippine reality show, Eat Bulaga!, where she represented Pangasinan and finished as a top 10 semifinalist after months of competition.[1]

In April 2022, the Binibining Pilipinas pageant named Soriano as part of the top 40 for their 2022 edition.[4][5] However, she would later withdraw from the competition following the death of her father during her stint in the contest; she was replaced by Patricia Ann Tan.[6][7]

Miss Universe Philippines 2025

In 2024, Soriano competed and won Miss Baguio 2024 representing Bakakeng Central.[8][9] Her title allowed her to represent Baguio at Miss Universe Philippines 2025.[9] During the pageant, she was awarded with the Best National Costume Award alongside four other candidates.[10][11]

At the end of the competition, Soriano finished as a top 12 semifinalist.[12][13][14]

Binibining Pilipinas 2026

In 2026, Binibining Pilipinas confirmed that Soriano was among its 36 competitors for its 2026 edition, with Baguio designated as her locality.[15][16] Leading up to the competition, media outlets viewed her as a leading contender for the crown.[17][18][19] For her stint, she collaborated with designer Rian Fernandez for her evening gown.[20]

During the coronation night, Soriano received the Best in Swimsuit and Best in Evening Gown awards alongside two special awards from sponsors.[21] She was named as a semifinalist and progressed to the top 12 question-and-answer round.[22] During the segment, Senator Risa Hontiveros asked her how the political environment affected her while focusing on her Binibining Pilipinas stint.[23] In her response, she shared that she viewed the crown as a platform to share her beliefs, including those relating to politics, and encouraged the viewers be aware and demand "the things that we deserve for the country".[23]

Soriano then progressed to the top 4 question-and-answer round, where all candidates were asked a common question about how a title will help them achieve the future they envision for themselves.[24][25] In her response, she emphasized her faith, compassion, and belief that the titles at stake were an opportunity to "inspire hope, lead with compassion, and serve with purpose".[26]

Soriano went on to win the competition, at the age of 27, being crowned Binibining Pilipinas 2026 by her predecessor, Katrina Johnson of Davao.[3][27][28]

Miss International 2027

Soriano will represent the Philippines at the Miss International 2027 competition.[6]

References

  1. 1 2 Pangasinan Provincial Board. Congratulating and commending Miss Gwendoline Meliz Soriano for bagging the title of Miss Baguio 2024 recently held in Baguio City on August 30, 2024 (PDF) (Provincial Resolution 837-2024). Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  2. ↑ Tunac, Hermes Joy (July 19, 2026). "Who is Gwendoline Meliz Soriano? Get to know our Binibining Pilipinas International 2026". GMA News Online. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
  3. 1 2 Tunac, Hermes Joy (July 19, 2026). "Who is Gwendoline Meliz Soriano? Get to know our Binibining Pilipinas International 2026". GMA News Online. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  4. ↑ "IN PHOTOS: 40 official candidates of Binibining Pilipinas 2022". ABS-CBN News. May 3, 2022.
  5. ↑ Abad, Ysa (April 24, 2022). "IN PHOTOS: The Binibining Pilipinas 2022 Top 40 candidates". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on May 28, 2025. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
  6. 1 2 Adina, Armin P. (July 19, 2026). "Gwendoline Soriano of Baguio City crowned Binibining Pilipinas International 2026". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  7. ↑ Cerezo, Anna (July 19, 2026). "Baguio's Gwendoline Soriano wins Miss International PH 2026 in Bb. Pilipinas return". ABS-CBN News.
  8. ↑ Agpaoa, Aldrick (August 31, 2024). "Miss Baguio 2024 Results". The Northern Connection. Archived from the original on January 24, 2026. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  9. 1 2 Bulsao, Rosemarie (August 30, 2024). "Gwendoline Soriano, nakoronaan kas Miss Baguio 2024" [Gwendoline Soriano is crowned Miss Baguio 2024]. Bombo Radyo Baguio (in Ilocano). Archived from the original on December 10, 2024. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  10. ↑ Purnell, Kristofer (May 3, 2025). "LIST: Miss Universe Philippines 2025 Top 5 National Costume winners". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on May 3, 2025. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  11. ↑ Basina, Carby Rose (May 3, 2025). "Miss Universe Philippines announces 5 winners of National Costume competition". GMA News Online. Archived from the original on January 6, 2026. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  12. ↑ Evangelista, Jessica Ann (May 2, 2025). "MUPH 2025: Chelsea Fernandez, Winwyn Marquez, Ahtisa Manalo claim spots in Top 12". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on August 8, 2025. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  13. ↑ Siazon, Rachelle (May 2, 2025). "Miss Universe Philippines 2025 Top 12". PEP. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  14. ↑ Llemit, Kathleen A.; Purnell, Kristofer (May 2, 2025). "LIST: Miss Universe Philippines 2025 Top 12 finalists". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on May 4, 2025. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  15. ↑ Bracamonte, Earl D. C. (March 24, 2026). "Binibining Pilipinas names 2026 candidates' lineup". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on May 14, 2026. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  16. ↑ Martinez, Lance Joseph (April 11, 2026). "Binibining Pilipinas 2026: Frontrunners and Queens to Keep an Eye On". Metro.style. ABS-CBN News.
  17. ↑ "Binibining Pilipinas 2026: Beauty Looks That Make These Contestants Stand Out". Metro.style. July 17, 2026.
  18. ↑ Pasajol, Anne (July 18, 2026). "Binibining Pilipinas 2026: Tarlac, Baguio bets picked as frontrunners". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  19. ↑ Martinez, Lance Joseph (July 17, 2026). "Binibining Pilipinas 2026 Frontrunners: Metro's Top 10 Picks Ahead of Coronation Night". Metro.style. ABS-CBN News.
  20. ↑ Fernando, Jefferson (July 20, 2026). "Gwendoline Soriano Wins Binibining Pilipinas International 2026 Crown in Shimmering Rian Fernandez Couture Gown". Daily Tribune. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  21. ↑ Uson, Melanie (July 18, 2026). "LIST: Binibining Pilipinas 2026 special award winners". Philstar Life. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  22. ↑ Pasajol, Anne (July 18, 2026). "Binibining Pilipinas 2026: Baguio, Pampanga, Tarlac bets enter Top 12". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  23. 1 2 Ranara, John Patrick Magno (July 18, 2026). "TRANSCRIPT: Binibining Pilipinas 2026 Top 12 Q&A". Philstar Life. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  24. ↑ "Transcript: Binibining Pilipinas 2026 Top 4 Q&A Portion". Metro.style. ABS-CBN News. July 19, 2026.
  25. ↑ Alcantara, Carissa (July 19, 2026). "Here's how the Bb. Pilipinas 2026 Top Four Finalists answered the final question". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  26. ↑ Fernando, Jefferson (July 18, 2026). "Gwendoline Soriano's winning answer shines with faith and purpose". Daily Tribune. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  27. ↑ Baylon, Khryzztine Joy (July 19, 2026). "Gwendoline Meliz Soriano crowned Bb. Pilipinas International 2026". PEP. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  28. ↑ Iglesias, Iza (July 19, 2026). "Baguio's Gwendoline Soriano, Tarlac's Sasha-Juli Lacuna win Binibining Pilipinas 2026 crowns". The Manila Times. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
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