Biography
Who is Priscilla Meirelles?
Early life and background
Priscilla Meirelles was born in Belém, Brazil. She is the daughter of advertising director Luis Claudio Almeida and businesswoman Marcia Regina Meirelles. She holds both Portuguese and Spanish heritage. Before achieving international fame, she represented the Brazilian state of Amazonas in various local beauty contests. Her start in the industry relied on these regional platforms, where she honed her skills in public presentation and stage performance.
International pageant success
Her international career began in 2003 when she traveled to Antalya, Turkey. She won the Miss Globe International pageant on July 25 of that year after representing the State of Amazonas at the Miss Globe Brazil event in Brasília. The following year marked a major milestone in her life. On October 24, 2004, she was crowned Miss Earth in Quezon City, Philippines. This achievement made her the first Brazilian woman to win one of the Big Four international beauty pageants. She also received the Most Photogenic Award during the competition.
Following her reign, Priscilla transitioned into television and event roles. She served as a co-host for the Miss Earth coronation night for three consecutive years starting in 2006. Her involvement continued in 2009 when she acted as the chairwoman for the panel of judges.
Marriage and family life
Priscilla married Filipino actor John Estrada. The couple held their wedding on February 26, 2011, in the La Union province of the Philippines. They welcomed a daughter named Sammanta Anechka on February 6, 2012. Throughout their relationship, the family frequently appeared in public, including attending their daughter's school graduation in 2024. Public reports regarding their marriage emerged in 2024 when Estrada mentioned a separation, which Priscilla initially contested. However, she confirmed their separation in 2025, and the couple finalized their divorce in a Brazilian court in 2026.
Awards and later achievements
Beyond her pageant titles, she received recognition for her contributions to society. On November 25, 2019, she was named one of The Outstanding Men and Women of the Year Philippines. This honor recognized her achievements and environmental advocacy work during an event held at the Teatrino Promenade in San Juan, Metro Manila.
She continued her pageant legacy years later. On December 12, 2024, she earned the title of Noble Queen Nations 2024 at the Noble Queen of the Universe pageant held in Quezon City. Her career remains focused on these professional appearances and public engagements within the Philippines and international pageant circles.
Birthday and age
Priscilla Meirelles was born on September 5, 1983, which makes Priscilla 43 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Priscilla shares the date with 34 other famous people.
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