EPCC nursing student Daniel Domínguez wins Mister Universe International 2026

EPCC nursing student Daniel Domínguez wins Mister Universe International 2026 by Erika Esquivel Thu, November 12, 2026 at 8:52 AM Updated Thu, November 12, 2026 at 8:54 AM 5 VIEW ALL PHOTOS EPCC nursing student Daniel Domínguez wins Mister Universe International 2026 (credit: Mister Universe International) Comment on this story 0 Comment Share story Share topics: El Paso Community College Daniel Domínguez Mister Universe International Nursing student Panama Personal trainer Obesity United States EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — The El Paso Community College nursing student Daniel Domínguez has won the Mister Universe International 2026 competition, according to an Instagram post announcing his title on Thursday. The win follows Domínguez’s 2024 title as Mister Teen Universe International. He represented the United States in the adult competition, which was scheduled to take place in Panama from Nov. 1-9. Before the competition, Domínguez said he hoped to use his platform to promote healthier lifestyles, combat obesity and support older adults and medically vulnerable people. He is also a personal trainer and works for a home health care provider while continuing his nursing studies at EPCC. RELATED: EPCC nursing student to represent U.S. at Mister Universe International The Instagram post described Domínguez as resilient and said he now faces the challenge of continuing the competition brand’s legacy. It characterized the platform as inclusive, diverse and cultural. Domínguez represented the United States at the teen competition in 2024, where he won the title. In his return to the international stage, he competed in the adult division. Sign up to receive the top interesting stories from in and around our community once daily in your inbox. Trending Loud booms reported before Santa Teresa Country Club fire; Oracle says PJ not involved Doña Ana County and Sunland Park crews fought a large pre-dawn fire at Santa Teresa Country Club, containing it in 45 minutes. Sheriff suggests a link to overnight “booms,” unconfirmed by officials. Alleged Chuco Tango member arrested after Lower Valley traffic stop Cesar Adan Raymundo, an alleged Chuco Tango member, was arrested in El Paso’s Lower Valley after a traffic stop for no plate revealed an active theft warrant. He’s held in the Downtown jail; bail pending. 11 arrested in investigation of Montana Hideaway in alleged prostitution operation Texas DPS raided Montana Hideaway in El Paso, arresting 11 and seizing $72,710 in a prostitution and organized crime probe. Affidavits cite undercover VIP-room stings and alleged staff involvement. More charges possible. Canutillo ISD trustees to review superintendent's contract, prior Houston ISD employment Canutillo ISD trustees will meet in closed session Nov. 17 to reexamine Superintendent Josue Borrego’s contract and how TASB and the district verified his Houston ISD employment records. His $195K deal runs through 2029. El Paso police identify teen killed after being struck on North Loop in the Lower Valley El Paso police have identified an 18-year-old woman who died after being struck by a vehicle late Friday on North Loop.Mary Louise Brooks was the pedestrian involved in the fatal collision, which happened Friday, Nov. 6, NEWS IN PHOTOS: " Local " 5 NEW EPCC nursing student Daniel Domínguez wins Mister Universe International 2026 3 NEW Two-vehicle wreck snarls I-10 southbound entrance ramp traffic Thursday 4 Coronado High students put final touches on Broadway hit 'American Idiot' 5 Canutillo ISD trustees to review superintendent's contract, prior Houston ISD employment