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In this Philippine name for married women, the birth middle name or maternal family name is Talde, the birth surname or paternal family name is Young, and the marital name is Daez.
Megan Young
Young on her courtesy call at the Malacañang Palace in 2013
Born
Megan Lynne Talde Young

(1990-02-27) February 27, 1990 (age 34)
Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.
Alma materTrinity University of Asia
De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde
Occupations
Height1.73 m (5 ft 8 in)
Spouse
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(m. 2020)​
Beauty pageant titleholder
TitleMiss World Philippines 2013
Miss World 2013
Years active2004–present
Hair colorDark Brown
Eye colorBrown
Major
competition(s)		Miss World Philippines 2013
(Winner)
Miss World 2013
(Winner)
(Top Model)
(Miss World Asia)

Megan Lynne Talde Young-Daez (Tagalog: [meˈgɐn daʔes]; born February 27, 1990) is a Filipino actress and beauty queen, who won Miss World Philippines 2013[1] title and was later crowned Miss World 2013.[2][3][4][5] She is the first delegate from the Philippines to win the title of Miss World.[5]

Young started as a contestant on the reality television show StarStruck.[6]

Early life and education

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Megan Lynne Talde Young was born on February 27, 1990, in Alexandria, Virginia[7] to Victoria Talde, from Pandan, Antique, and American Calvin Cole Young III.[8]

Young's family moved to Castillejos, Zambales when she was ten. She received secondary education at the Regional Science High School III within the Subic Bay Freeport Zone from 2002 to 2005 before moving to Metro Manila to pursue her acting career. In 2011, she began studying filmmaking at De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde.

Career

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2004–07: Early acting career in GMA

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Young's first showbiz break was through the second season of the talent reality search StarStruck,[9] where she placed in the top six. Her first acting job in GMA was in Love to Love Presents: Love Ko Urok, where she played the role of Meg. She then played the role of Anna in Asian Treasures and the role of a fairy in Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang.

2007–15: Transfer to ABS-CBN and TV5

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After more than two years with GMA Artist Center, she moved to ABS-CBN following her sister, Lauren Young. She is the first StarStruck alumna to transfer to GMA's rival station, ABS-CBN.

Young first appeared in ABS-CBN in the youth oriented show "Star Magic Presents" Astigs and Abt Ur Luv. She also played the role of Shane in Kokey, opposite Zanjoe Marudo. She became well known when she appeared as one of the celebrity housemates in Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition 2, dubbed as "The Princess of Charm".[10][11] After PBB, she portrayed the villain Marcela in ABS-CBN's remake of I Love Betty La Fea opposite John Lloyd Cruz. In 2009, she was one of four personalities introduced as video jockeys for the relaunching of Channel [V] Philippines.[12] Young also became an occasional host in several shows in Studio 23. In 2012, Young had her big break as a lead actress in Hiyas, reuniting with Zanjoe Marudo as her love interest. In 2013, she switched to TV5 but still made appearances in the Kapamilya network.

Aside from television, Young has also starred in a few films, one of which was The Reunion, where she played Toyang, opposite Xian Lim.[12] Young was nominated as Outstanding Guest Star on Dahsyatnya Awards 2014.[13]

2015–present: Return to GMA Network

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In March 2015, Young returned to GMA Network after four years of exclusive contract with ABS-CBN.[14] Her comeback project in the Kapuso Network is the most anticipated second adaptation of the hit Mexicanovela MariMar[15][16] where she plays the title role. She is paired with Tom Rodriguez who plays the role of her love interest Sergio.[17][18] Her sister Lauren Young is also part of the show and plays the role of MariMar's main antagonist Antonia. This marks their second project together after Star Magic Presents: Abt Ur Luv Ur Lyf 2.

Young is also one of the hosts in the sixth edition of the reality talent search Starstruck which launched her career as an artist.[19] She's working alongside Dingdong Dantes as main host, and her co-Starstruck alumni Mark Herras, Rocco Nacino, Miguel Tanfelix, and Kris Bernal, who serve as journey hosts. The show premiered on September 7, 2015.

Pageantry

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Young at the 2014 New York Philippines Independence Day Parade

Miss World Philippines 2013

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She was crowned Miss World Philippines 2013 during the pageant coronation night on August 18, 2013.[20] She also bagged the Best in Fashion Runway, Miss Sports by Fila, Miss Reducin, Miss Olay, Miss Laguna, Miss Figlia and Miss Bench Body awards.[21]

On October 12, 2014, Young crowned Valerie Weigmann as her successor at the Miss World Philippines 2014 pageant held at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay, Philippines.[22][23]

Miss World 2013

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Young was crowned as Miss World 2013 in Bali, Indonesia, making her the first Filipina to win the title of Miss World since its creation in 1951.[5] During the preliminaries, she also won the "Top Model" competition, placed second in the "People's Champion," placed fourth in the "Multimedia Challenge" and fifth in the "Beach Beauty" contest.[5]

In the final question and answer portion, the contestants in the Top 6 were asked the same question: "Why should you be the next Miss World?" and Young replied:

I treasure a core value of humanity and that guides people why they act the way they do. I will use this to show other people how they can understand each other. … as one, we can help society.

Young also received the Continental Queen of Beauty title as Miss World Asia 2013, the highest ranked contestant in the Asian region and was featured in the Dances of the World segment of the final show.[24]

On December 14, 2014, Young crowned Rolene Strauss as her successor at the Miss World 2014 pageant held at the ExCeL London in London, United Kingdom.[25]

Subsequent events

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Young co-hosted the Miss World 2023 pageant held in Mumbai, India on March 9, 2024, which was won by Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic. During the final round, Young was seen fixing the hair of Miss Botswana, Lesego Chombo, prompting her to apologize publicly after she was accused of invading personal space and cultural insensitivity.[26]

Personal life

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Megan Young (right) with sister Lauren Young (left), at the 2013 Candy Style awards.

Young is the elder sister of actress Lauren Young.

In February 2017, Mikael Daez confirmed that he had been dating Young for six years, and the revelation was made after so long due to work commitments.[27] On January 25, 2020, they announced their marriage.[28]

Filmography

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Television

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Year Title Role Notes Ref
2004—05 StarStruck II Herself — Contestant [9]
2005 Love to Love Meg Episode: "Love Ko Urok"
2005—06 Fans Kita Herself — Host
2007 Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang Fairy Episode: "Ang Binibining Tumalo sa Hari"
Asian Treasures Anna
Kokey Shane
Star Magic Presents: Astigs Janine
Star Magic Presents: Abt Ur Luv, Ur Lyf 2 Honey
2008—09 I Love Betty La Fea Marcella Valencia [6]
2008 Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition Herself — Contestant [10][11]
2009 Maalaala Mo Kaya Ermie Episode: "Bench"
Young Etrona Episode: "Singsing"
2009—12 Channel V Philippines Herself – VJ [12]
2010 5 Star Specials Various
ASAP XV Herself — Host
Rubi Sophia Cardenas [6]
M3: Malay Mo Ma-develop Bea Cornejo
Girlista Herself — Host
2011 Us Girls
It's Showtime Herself — Judge
Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Mana Po Winnie
ASAP Rocks Herself — Host
2012 A Beautiful Affair Ava Pierro
Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Hiyas Sapphire Salvador
ASAP 2012 Herself — Host
2013 ASAP 18
Misibis Bay Lara Borromeo [6]
Never Say Goodbye Vera Maglungsod / Vera Pendleton
2015 Dangwa Jane Imperial
Vampire ang Daddy Ko MariMar Pérez-Santibañez [14][16]
StarStruck VI Herself — Host [19]
2015—16 Marimar MariMar Pérez-Santibañez / Bella Aldama [15][17][18]
2016 Conan, My Beautician Ava
Alyas Robin Hood Sarita "Sarri" Acosta [citation needed]
2017 Magpakailanman Sel
Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko Drizella Episode: "Cinderella" [14]
2018 The Stepdaughters Mayumi Dela Rosa-Almeda
2019 Hanggang sa Dulo ng Buhay Ko Yvette "Yvie" Cardenas-Divinagracia
2022 The Best Ka! Herself — Host
Running Man Philippines Guest Runner Episode: "Mukbang Bingo Race"
2023 Royal Blood Diana Royales

Film

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Year Title Role Notes Ref
2005 Say That You Love Me Anna
2009 Pangarap Kong Jackpot Eula
Shake, Rattle & Roll XI Lucia Castiliano Segment: "Ukay-Ukay" [10][11]
2010 Astro Mayabang
White House Mikey Trinidad
Sigwa Dolly Cameo
Babe, I Love You Gaita Veneracion Borromeo [29]
2011 Enteng Ng Ina Mo Ina Azul
Won't Last A Day Without You Melissa
2012 The Reunion Antonia "Tonyang" Castro [12]
2013 Bang Bang Alley Abbey [30][14]
2017 Our Mighty Yaya Monique

Music videos

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Year Song Title Artist
2007 "Nagmamahal ng Tunay" Piolo Pascual
2012 "AMATS" Rico Blanco

Notes

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References

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  1. ^ "Megan Young is Miss World PH 2013". ABS-CBN News. August 19, 2013. Retrieved September 28, 2013.
  2. ^ "Miss Philippines Megan Young crowned as Miss World 2013". BIHARPRABHA. September 28, 2013. Retrieved September 28, 2013.
  3. ^ "Miss Philippines crowned the new Miss World". CNN. Retrieved September 28, 2013.
  4. ^ "Megan Young crowned Miss World 2013". GMA News. GMA Network. September 28, 2013. Retrieved September 28, 2013.
  5. ^ a b c d "Megan Young crowned Miss World 2013". Philippine Daily Inquirer. September 28, 2013. Retrieved September 28, 2013.
  6. ^ a b c d "MEGAN YOUNG". Star Magic. Archived from the original on September 18, 2013. Retrieved September 28, 2013.
  7. ^ Chelo Aestrid (September 29, 2013). "Miss World Megan Young – Get To Know Her [Video]". Las Vegas Guardian Express. Retrieved September 29, 2013.
  8. ^ Ira Agting (September 29, 2013). "8 fun facts about Megan Young". Rappler. Retrieved October 10, 2013.
  9. ^ a b Ed Uy (August 24, 2013). "Her time, her throne". The Manila Times. Retrieved October 27, 2013.
  10. ^ a b c Tinna S. Bonifacio (January 2009). "Young, but not restless". JobsDB.com. Archived from the original on October 14, 2013. Retrieved October 10, 2013.
  11. ^ a b c "Megan Young enjoys playing Kontrabida roles". ABS-CBN News. December 23, 2011.
  12. ^ a b c d Vittorio Hernandez (September 29, 2013). "Miss World 2013: A Look Back at Megan Young from Starstruck to Most Beautiful Woman in the World (VIDEOS & PHOTOS)". International Business Times. Archived from the original on December 2, 2013. Retrieved December 2, 2013.
  13. ^ id:Dahsyatnya-Awards-2014
  14. ^ a b c d "Megan Young returns to GMA; signs exclusive contract". GMANetwork.com. February 3, 2015. Retrieved June 24, 2016.
  15. ^ a b "Tom Rodriguez on Being Chosen to Play Sergio in New Mari Mar: "It Felt so Unreal"". Philippine Entertainment Portal. June 24, 2015. Retrieved July 7, 2016.
  16. ^ a b Rula, Gorgy (June 24, 2015). "Megan Young and Tom Rodriguez Star in Marimar Remake; Expect Comparison with Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved July 7, 2016.
  17. ^ a b "It's official: Megan Young is 'Marimar'". GMA News. February 3, 2015. Retrieved June 24, 2016.
  18. ^ a b "Megan Young as Marimar". GMA News. August 5, 2015. Retrieved June 24, 2016.
  19. ^ a b "Megan Young back with GMA 7 to host 'Starstruck'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. March 31, 2015. Retrieved June 24, 2016.
  20. ^ "Megan Young is Miss World PH 2013". ABS-CBN News. August 18, 2013. Retrieved July 10, 2021.
  21. ^ "WINNERS: Miss World Philippines 2013". Rappler. August 18, 2013. Retrieved July 10, 2021.
  22. ^ "Valerie Weigmann wins Miss World Philippines 2014". Rappler. October 12, 2014. Retrieved July 10, 2021.
  23. ^ "Model and TV host Valerie Weigmann crowned new Miss World Philippines". Inquirer Lifestyle. October 12, 2014. Retrieved July 10, 2021.
  24. ^ Joyce Burton-Titular (October 1, 2013). "From Vivien to Megan: The PH in Miss World history". Rappler. Retrieved October 4, 2013.
  25. ^ Grinberg, Emanuella (December 14, 2014). "Miss South Africa Rolene Strauss crowned Miss World 2014". CNN. Retrieved July 10, 2021.
  26. ^ "Megan Young apologizes for fixing Miss Botswana's hair on Miss World stage". GMA News. March 11, 2024. Retrieved March 11, 2024.
  27. ^ "Mikael Daez confirms relationship with Megan Young". Rappler. Retrieved January 25, 2020.
  28. ^ "Megan Young ties the knot with Mikael Daez". cnn. Archived from the original on January 25, 2020. Retrieved January 25, 2020.
  29. ^ Orosa, Rosalinda L. (March 29, 2010). "Sam, Anne Team up in Babe, I Love You". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 22, 2018.
  30. ^ Simi John (September 28, 2013). "Miss World 2013: Miss Philippines Megan Young Crowned Winner". International Business Times. Retrieved September 28, 2013.
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Awards and achievements
Preceded by Miss World
2013 		Succeeded by
Preceded by Miss World Asia
2013 		Succeeded by
Preceded by Miss World Top Model
2013 		Succeeded by
Bosnia and Herzegovina Isidora Borovčanin
Preceded by Miss World Philippines
2013 		Succeeded by
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