ILOILO – Alexie Caimoso Brooks of Iloilo City was crowned Reina Filipinas MGI All Stars 2026 on Aug. 7, 2026, at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. The historic victory at the inaugural Reina Filipinas pageant sends the Ilongga beauty queen back to the international stage later this year.
A Historic Night for Iloilo
The coronation night gathered 21 delegates from across the country, all vying for three international titles. Brooks stood out from the start, commanding the stage with the confidence of a seasoned competitor. Her victory adds another jewel to Iloilo’s growing legacy in Philippine pageantry, following a string of strong showings in recent national competitions.
Brooks shared the MGI All Stars title with Anne Patricia Lorenzo Diaz of Manila, while Angelica Lopez of Palawan took home the main Reina Filipinas Grand International 2026 crown. The pageant, a new addition to the national circuit, was designed to select delegates for Miss Grand International and the MGI All Stars. For Iloilo, Brooks’ win continues a winning streak that reflects the city’s deep investment in developing empowered women.
The Winning Moment
The Ilongga candidate swept the special awards, earning the Best Seller Award and the Reina Kserene Award. Her evening gown performance received a perfect score from the judges, a rare feat in a field of highly competitive candidates. The gown, a shimmering creation, moved with her as if it were part of her skin.
During the final question-and-answer round, Brooks delivered the night’s most memorable line. She said someone as broken as glass can rise as beautiful as a flower. The answer, drawn from personal experience, resonated deeply with the audience and judges alike. It was a response that transcended pageantry and spoke to the universal experience of overcoming hardship.
From Athlete to Queen
Alexie Brooks was not always a pageant queen. Born in 2001 and raised by her grandparents in Leon, Iloilo, she first made her name as a track-and-field star at National University. She earned the UAAP Season 85 Most Valuable Player award and represented the Philippines in heptathlon at the 31st Southeast Asian Games. Her athletic discipline, forged on the track, translated seamlessly to the pageant stage.
Her pageant journey began with a Miss Iloilo crown in 2024, followed by a Top 10 finish at Miss Universe Philippines later that year. She then captured the Miss Eco International title in Egypt in 2025. Each competition sharpened her presence, and each setback taught her resilience. By the time she walked the Reina Filipinas stage, she was a woman who had learned to turn pain into purpose.
Carrying the Flag Forward
With the MGI All Stars title, Brooks will represent the Philippines at the second edition of the international competition. Her journey from the quiet town of Leon to the global spotlight is a story that continues to inspire young Ilonggas. She carries with her not just a crown but the hopes of a community that believes in her strength and grace.
