Former Miss Dominican Republic Andreína Martínez is getting closer to another major international stage. The Dominican model and beauty queen has been named one of 10 finalists in Victoria's Secret's search for its newest Angel, putting her in contention for a spot on the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026 runway.
Martínez, who represented the Dominican Republic at Miss Universe 2022 and finished as second runner-up, advanced from a massive pool of more than 100,000 applicants. She is also reported to be the only Latina among the final 10 contestants.
Miss Venezuela Amanda Dudamel Miss USA R'bonney Gabriel and Miss Dominican Republic Andreina Martinez during The 71st Miss Universe Competition (@ Getty Images)
The milestone comes months after Martínez publicly shared her goal of making it onto the Victoria's Secret runway. "Hi, I'm Andreína and I want to be an Angel," Martínez said in a video announcing her pursuit of the opportunity.
Victoria's Secret launched an open casting search in 2026, inviting aspiring models to compete for an opportunity to walk in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
#miss #republic #andre #angel
Martínez, who represented the Dominican Republic at Miss Universe 2022 and finished as second runner-up, advanced from a massive pool of more than 100,000 applicants. She is also reported to be the only Latina among the final 10 contestants.
Miss Venezuela Amanda Dudamel Miss USA R'bonney Gabriel and Miss Dominican Republic Andreina Martinez during The 71st Miss Universe Competition (@ Getty Images)
The milestone comes months after Martínez publicly shared her goal of making it onto the Victoria's Secret runway. "Hi, I'm Andreína and I want to be an Angel," Martínez said in a video announcing her pursuit of the opportunity.
Victoria's Secret launched an open casting search in 2026, inviting aspiring models to compete for an opportunity to walk in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
#miss #republic #andre #angel
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