The finale concluded after multiple rounds of competition, including swimsuit, evening gown, public speaking and the final question-and-answer session.

Emoura succeeds to the national title after standing out with her confident stage presence and poised performances throughout the competition.

From California student to national queen

Emoura Pham spent her childhood in Vietnam before moving to the United States at the age of 15.

She attended high school in the U.S. and later studied in the Associate in Arts program at Irvine Valley College in California.

The 26-year-old is 1.70 meters tall and has measurements of 79-59-92 cm.

The remaining winners were:

First Runner-up: Ngo Bao Ngoc (Ho Chi Minh City), who will also represent Vietnam at MGI All Stars Season 2.
Second Runner-up: Vo Doan Bao Ha (Dong Nai).
Third Runner-up: Phan Le Kim Ngoc (Can Tho).
Fourth Runner-up: Trinh Yen Nhi (Dak Lak).

Competition highlights

The grand finale began with the presentation of several special awards.

Phan Cam Nhi and Nguyen Que Khanh shared the Talent Award, while Nguyen Thi Diem Quyen won the Fashion Beauty title to secure a place in the Top 20.

Trinh Yen Nhi received the Beach Beauty award selected by the judges, while Mai Tram Anh earned the audience-voted Beach Beauty title to claim the final place in the Top 20.

After the swimsuit competition, Emoura Pham automatically advanced to the Top 15 after winning the Grand Business Award, recognizing the competition's top sales challenge performer.

Additional special awards included:

Best Catwalk: Mai Bao Han
Best Vietnamese Interview: Do Tran Tue Anh
Best English Interview: Truong Khanh Kieu Anh
Best Introduction Video: Nguyen Thi Kim Anh

Following the evening gown competition and presentations, the Top 5 finalists were announced: Emoura Pham
Ngo Bao Ngoc, Vo Doan Bao Ha, Phan Le Kim Ngoc, Trinh Yen Nhi.

Each finalist delivered a presentation on the theme "A Prosperous Nation" before answering a common question asking how they would introduce Ho Chi Minh City to international visitors.

The finalists highlighted different aspects of the city, including its history, economic development, cultural identity, cuisine, hospitality and opportunities for young people.

The final two contestants - Emoura Pham and Ngo Bao Ngoc - were asked whether beauty queens should contribute to society as an obligation or as a voluntary commitment.

Both agreed that community service must come from genuine compassion rather than obligation.

Emoura said meaningful social work requires passion and sincerity, arguing that service driven only by responsibility would eventually become a burden.

Ngo Bao Ngoc added that contributing to society should never depend on holding a beauty title, but should instead reflect the kindness and generosity of every individual.

Emoura's response ultimately earned her the Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 crown.