Hanoi beauty Nguyen Yen Trang crowned Miss Vietnam 2026

The event took place at Danh Vong Square in the Dragon Hill International Tourist Area in Do Son Ward, drawing around 7,000 spectators.

Yen Trang, who stands 1.71 meters tall and has measurements of 79-58-88 cm, is studying early childhood education at Hanoi Metropolitan University.

She said she had dreamed of becoming a beauty queen since childhood and spent years developing her skills before entering the competition.

During the pageant, she participated in community activities, including mangrove planting and paying tribute to war veterans in Hai Phong.

Yen Trang received the crown and a cash prize of VND500 million (US$19,370).

Tran Xuan Khanh Linh was named first runner-up, receiving VND300 million ($11,620), while Le Phuong Nghi finished as second runner-up with VND250 million ($9,680).

Khanh Linh also received the Ambassador of Compassion title, while Ta Thi Hoa was named Tourism and Environment Ambassador.

Other special awards went to Dinh Hoang Gia Linh for Media and Arts, Dinh Dieu Anh for Fashion and Sports, Vu Hong Hanh for Most Popular Contestant, and Bui Mai Linh for Miss Beach.

Beauty beyond the crown

Held under the theme 'Mien Huong Sac' (Land of Beauty and Fragrance), the final featured 25 contestants selected after months of screening and training.

They competed in traditional ao dai (Vietnamese long dress), swimsuit, and evening gown rounds before the field was narrowed to 15, then 10, and finally five contestants.

The top five answered questions about contemporary issues, including technology, social media, cultural identity, and the responsibilities of young people.

Ahead of the final, the contestants joined cultural and community activities in Hai Phong, including visiting the historic K15 Wharf, meeting disadvantaged children, and participating in environmental protection initiatives.

Speaking at the event, Phung Cong Suong, editor-in-chief of Tien Phong (Vanguard) newspaper and head of the organizing committee, asserted that the pageant celebrates more than physical beauty.

"We have always believed that true beauty lies not only in physical appearance but also in intelligence, character, cultural depth, and the positive values each individual brings to the community," he said.

He added that the competition continued to uphold four core values: Beauty, Culture, Intelligence, and Contribution.

"The crown is a recognition of today's achievements, but responsibility and contribution are what create tomorrow's value," Suong said.