#SHOWBIZ: Lingling Kwong named the 'Most Beautiful Woman Alive 2026'
BANGKOK: Popular Thai actress Sirilak Kwong, also known as Lingling Kwong, has made waves internationally after The Netizens Choice Magazine officially announced its 2026 rankings.
Bangkok, Thailand witnessed a major buzz in the entertainment industry as the popular Thai actress Lingling Kwong, also known as Sirilak Kwong, clinched two prestigious titles in a single season as per The Netizens Choice Magazine's 2026 rankings. The Nation reported that Lingling secured a remarkable victory by garnering over 22 million votes, making her the proud winner of the title Most Beautiful Woman Alive 2026, marking her inaugural achievement in this category.
This is the first instance in history that Lingling has claimed such a global title. Her predecessor in this prestigious ranking, the Turkish actress Sıla Türkoğlu, had secured the position in 2025, only to be dethroned by Lingling in the upcoming year. In the Thailand category, Lingling further added to her accolades by being named the Most Beautiful Thai Actress 2026, with more than 10 million votes.
This achievement came as the category was newly introduced in 2026, with Lingling becoming its first-ever winner. Lingling's rise to fame can largely be attributed to her stellar performances in hit series such as The Secret Of Us in 2024 and Only You in 2025, solidifying her status as one of Thailand's leading actresses.
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