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Kota Kinabalu: Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) Sabah Branch student Daniellyn Izabel Tan has become the first Sabahan to win the Miss Globe Malaysia 2026 title, earning the opportunity to represent Malaysia at the international pageant in October.
The Diploma in Business Administration student clinched the national title in July, a month after winning Miss Grand Sabah 2026 in June.
Daniellyn said her pageant journey had been shaped by discipline, self-development and a willingness to step out of her comfort zone as a university student.
She said participating in campus events and group activities had helped her build confidence and improve her communication and interpersonal skills.
“Being around different people and learning how to work with others helped me become more confident and comfortable in expressing myself, which made me more assertive when representing myself on stage.
“Balancing my studies, pageantry training and extracurricular activities requires a lot of discipline on my part. However, it also becomes a great learning opportunity and litmus test for my abilities to communicate effectively, organise my duties and handle high-pressure situations gracefully,” she said.
Beyond pageantry and her studies, the former Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Tansau Putatan student also founded Hearts of Impact, an organisation that supports underprivileged students with limited educational opportunities.
“This is something very close to my heart because I believe education can make a meaningful difference in someone’s future, so my organisation supports this cause by providing essential educational supplies, and enhancing awareness among young Malaysians that they are capable of achieving their dreams through education, regardless of their circumstances,” she said.
Looking ahead to the international competition, Daniellyn said she was grateful and honoured to have the opportunity to represent the country.
“Even at this point, I cannot believe I have reached this stage and every time, I feel incredibly grateful and honoured. As Miss Globe Malaysia 2026, I strive to represent Malaysia and Sabah with pride, confidence, authenticity and purpose.
“Most importantly, I want to make my country and my state proud, and I hope my journey can inspire more young people to chase their dreams no matter where they come from,” she said.
Daniellyn will represent Malaysia at The Miss Globe 2026 pageant in October.
