- Midori Monet, a Black trans woman from the USA, won Miss International Queen 2025 in Thailand.
- The pageant highlighted themes of inclusion, equality, and pride for the transgender community.
- Monet’s background includes competing in various beauty pageants and co-founding a support space for queer youth.
- She is committed to using her platform to advocate for transgender rights and representation.
Midori Monet was crowned Miss International Queen 2025, the world’s most prestigious beauty pageant for transgender women, during a grand event held at Tiffany’s Show Theatre in Pattaya, Thailand.
Her victory marks a significant milestone as she becomes the third American to win this title, celebrated for embodying beauty, pride, and activism within the transgender community.
Who Is Miss International Queen Winner Midori Monet?
Midori Monet is a Black transgender woman originally from Tacoma, Washington, now residing in Seattle. Raised in a religious family her father was a music minister and her mother a fashion designer Monet experienced challenges growing up due to her identity but remained true to herself, eventually embracing her trans identity and visibility.
She has a history of competing in beauty pageants, including Miss Washington USA and Miss Capitol Hill USA, before bringing her talents to the international stage.
Miss International Queen 2025 Victory
The pageant took place on September 20, 2025, with participants representing 23 nations. Midori Monet won the crown while surpassing tough competition, including Olivia Lauren from Cuba and Hà Tâm Như from Vietnam, who were the first and second runners-up respectively.
The competition’s theme, “Beyond Beauty, Open Possibility,” emphasized inclusion, equality, and pride for transgender communities worldwide. Monet’s win was historic and celebrated widely online, highlighting her as a beacon of representation and empowerment for trans people globally.
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Monet’s Impact and Activism
Beyond her pageant success, Monet is known for her community activism. She co-founded The House of Scott, a supportive space for queer youth, alongside her brother Mufasa. With her victory, Monet has pledged to use her platform to advocate for transgender rights, promoting visibility, acceptance, and equality.
She has spoken candidly about the importance of humanizing trans experiences, emphasizing that transgender people have emotions and identities deserving of respect and understanding.
Controversy and Pageant Atmosphere
Despite her win, reports surfaced of some contestants snubbing Monet onstage after her victory. Additionally, there were allegations of mistreatment from the runner-up. Nonetheless, Monet’s win has been largely celebrated within the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.
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Last Updated on September 23, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
