Bless Medina, hailed as the Grand Winner of Junior Miss Kids of the World 2026

BLESS Virginia Evelyn Medina only dream was to be on a fashion show, appear on TV, and have a crown.

But within one year, all the wishes of her young heart came true. 

Bless, who is just 10 years old from Isabela, was named Grand Winner in the recently concluded KIDS OF THE WORLD 2026 (Junior Category) held in Bali, Indonesia. 

Kids of the World is an annual competition for children where they showcase their beauty, intelligence, and talent. Aside from being the grand winner in her category where she was crowned, Bless also won the Best in Talent Award, Top Model Award, and People's Choice Award. 

Upon her return to the Philippines, Bless immediately had the chance to be interviewed by Atty. Karen Jimeno on her show on the popular Bilyonaryo News Channel. 

This was followed by a TV appearance on 'Kada Umaga' ng Net 25 where the hosts were Pia Guano and Daiana Meneses. 

But the most exciting part for Bless was when she met Korina Sanchez on 'Face 2 Face with Ate Koring' when she was a guest on TV5. She said she was starstruck because she had only seen Korina on TV before she met her face to face, so she is very grateful because many good things have happened to her. 

She is an incoming Grade 5 and just celebrated her 10th birthday. Science is her favorite subject but her heart is closer to performing arts. 

Bless said she wants to be an actress and is currently taking acting workshops. So after the title and the crown, showbiz is her next goal.