Rina Andrea Delos Santos of Ballesteros, Cagayan is the new Miss Philippines Earth 2026
Rina Andrea Delos Santos of Ballesteros, Cagayan was crowned Miss Philippines Earth 2026 at the Cultural Center in Malitbog, Bukidnon on Saturday evening.
Beating out 31 other delegates, Delos Santos captured the crown under this year’s poignant theme, "Love in Action."
The grand coronation night was hosted by James Deakin and featured a special appearance by the reigning Miss Earth 2025, Natálie Puškinová, who crowned the new queen. Outgoing queen Joy Barcoma was not able to do her farewell walk, but instead, was spotted in full regalia at Quezon City's Love Laban Pride event on the same night.
Delos Santos, who also took home the special Miss Hana award earlier in the night, sealed her victory during the crucial 30-second question-and-answer portion.
When asked how she would honor the responsibility of the crown in the spirit of love and action, the beauty queen drew directly from her real-world background.
She said: "As a community tour guide, I'm not just ready for the crown, but I am ready for the environmental and global responsibility that comes with it. I guide it every single day in working towards putting the Philippines in a position that is not just a model for sustainability and environmental stewardship, but also a destination of beauty, and for me that exactly what is love in action. Remember, love changes nothing unless it moves, and when it moves, it truly changes everything. Thank you."
That evening, Deakin also announced the 2026 Elemental Queens who will join her in advocating for eco-tourism and environmental preservation. The new court includes Miss Air 2026 from Tumauini, Isabela; Miss Water 2026 from Mandaluyong City; Miss Fire 2026 from Agoo, La Union; and Miss Eco Tourism from Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte.
Special awards for the Best in Cultural Attire were also given.Cabanglasan, Bukidnon claimed the Gold distinction, while Cebu and Lantapan, Bukidnon took home the Silver and Bronze awards, respectively.
Delos Santos will soon start her preparations to represent the Philippines on the international Miss Earth stage later this year. She is vying for the country's fifth Miss Earth crown.
