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Catriona Gray

Catriona Elisa Magnayon Gray is a Filipino-Australian model, singer, actress, television presenter, and beauty pageant titleholder.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Catriona Elisa Magnayon Gray is a Filipino-Australian model, singer, actress, television presenter, and beauty pageant titleholder. She is best known for winning Miss Universe 2018 and is also a former Miss World Philippines 2016 and Miss Universe Philippines 2018 titleholder.

Early life and background

Catriona Gray was born in Cairns, Queensland, Australia, on January 6, 1994. She is of Filipino and Australian heritage. Public biographies identify her as Catriona Elisa Magnayon Gray.

Pageantry career

Gray first rose to prominence through beauty pageants, winning Miss World Philippines 2016 and later Miss Universe Philippines 2018. She became Miss Universe 2018 after competing in Bangkok, Thailand. Her win made her the fourth Filipina to hold the title.

Media and entertainment work

Beyond pageantry, Gray has worked as a model, singer, actress, and television presenter. Her public profile includes appearances in entertainment and media projects.

Advocacy and public image

Gray has also been described in public sources as an advocate, with work connected to women’s rights, children’s rights, and cultural promotion. Her pageant platform has been linked to broader civic and social causes.

Key facts

  • Gray was born in Cairns, Queensland, Australia, on January 6, 1994.
  • She won Miss World Philippines 2016 and later placed in the top five at Miss World 2016.
  • She was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2018 before winning Miss Universe 2018 in Bangkok.
  • Her Miss Universe win made her the fourth Filipina to hold the title.
  • She is active as a model, singer, actress, and television presenter, and has been involved in advocacy and cultural promotion.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Catriona Gray?
She is a Filipino-Australian model, singer, actress, television presenter, and beauty pageant titleholder best known for winning Miss Universe 2018.
When was Catriona Gray born?
She was born on January 6, 1994.
Where was Catriona Gray born?
She was born in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
What pageants did Catriona Gray win?
She won Miss World Philippines 2016, Miss Universe Philippines 2018, and Miss Universe 2018.
How many Filipina Miss Universe winners have there been?
Gray is widely described as the fourth Filipina to win Miss Universe.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catriona_Gray
    Supports: Full name, birth date, nationality, occupations, and Miss Universe 2018 win
  2. Wikipedia (Indonesian) — https://id.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catriona_Gray
    Supports: Filipino-Australian background, Miss World Philippines 2016, Miss Universe Philippines 2018, and Miss Universe 2018
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8878118/
    Supports: Birthplace and entertainment credits
  4. Tatler Asia — https://www.tatlerasia.com/people/catriona-gray
    Supports: Public profile, advocacy work, and Miss Universe 2018 context