Miss Earth 2025 runner-up dies suddenly at 25 on her birthday

Model Putri Andriani Juficha, who represented Indonesia at the 2025 Miss Earth pageant and was named a runner-up, has died. She passed away on her 25th birthday, August 14.

Representatives of Miss Grand Indonesia announced the news on their Instagram account, Caliber.Az reports.

“With deepest sorrow, the Miss Grand Indonesia Organization mourns the passing of Putri Andriani Juficha, Runner-Up Miss Grand Indonesia 2025. You were more than a titleholder. You were part of our Grand family, a beautiful soul whose grace, strength, and spirit touched so many hearts. Although your journey with us has come to an end far too soon, the memories, love, and light you shared will forever remain in our hearts. <...> Rest in peace, Putri,” the organizers said.

The cause of death remains unknown. There have been rumors that she may have suffered a heart attack.

Putri was a law student. She was also involved in singing and environmental advocacy. Following her participation in the beauty pageant, she was invited to serve as a judge at the Miss Culture International pageant. Nothing is known about her personal life.

By Jeyhun Aghazada