The local and international pageant community is in mourning after 19-year-old Cristhian Anibal Teixeira Bazan, who held the title of Mister Teen Turismo La Guaira 2026, was reported dead following a strong earthquake that struck northern Venezuela on June 24, 2026.
Body Recovered from Collapsed Building
His body was recovered from the collapsed Arichuna Residences in Los Corales, where he was reportedly visiting a friend when the disaster occurred. Various pageant organizations and supporters worldwide have expressed condolences, honoring his brief but meaningful journey as a beauty king.
Earthquake Details and Impact
The tragedy is part of the severe damage caused by two successive earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 that hit La Guaira state, displacing thousands of residents from their homes. As search, rescue, and rehabilitation operations continue, authorities warn that the number of dead and injured may rise in the coming days.
