Ghanaian pageant queen Faith Maria Porter has finished as 1st Runner-Up at the inaugural MGI All Stars competition held in Bangkok, Thailand, after an impressive run that saw her dominate several key preliminary rounds.
Faith delivered standout performances throughout the contest, topping the Bare Face challenge with a score of 9.74 out of 10 and placing among the highest scorers in the Swimsuit challenge with 9.88 out of 10, cementing her status as one of the strongest contenders of the night.
Despite her strong jury scores and widely praised stage presence, the crown ultimately went to Colombia’s Vanessa Pulgarín, who clinched the title based on popular votes.
Her performance, however, drew massive praise from fans and judges, with many describing her as one of the most consistent and compelling contestants in the competition.
Faith had previously represented the United States as Miss District of Columbia USA and competed at Miss Grand International 2025, where she finished as 3rd Runner-Up and won the Miss Grand Talent Award.
She also previously released an exclusive single titled “All the Stars” for MGI, further showcasing her versatility beyond the runway.
In an emotional message after the competition, Faith expressed gratitude to Ghana and her supporters worldwide, describing her journey as deeply fulfilling despite the outcome.
“My heart is full,” she wrote. “To have had the opportunity to stand on that stage, share my message, and represent Ghana again before a global audience is something I will cherish forever. I gave everything I had and left my heart on that stage.”
She thanked Ghanaians for their overwhelming support, especially those who attempted to vote but were affected by website challenges, saying their efforts meant more to her than words could express.
Faith also acknowledged her team in Ghana for their “unwavering belief and sacrifice,” and congratulated winner Vanessa Pulgarín, calling it an honour to share the stage with her.
Although she fell just short of the crown, Faith said the experience marked “not the end, but the beginning” of a new chapter in her journey.
