Young Aruban, Joshua van der Biezen, is in full preparation and competing strongly in the prestigious male modeling pageant ‘Manhunt Netherlands 2026’. This platform does not just look for the best looks, but also for men with passion, vision, and a clear mission in the world of fashion and modeling. The overall winner will have the honor of representing the Netherlands at the international ‘Manhunt Male Supermodel’ pageant in Vietnam in 2027.
Manhunt Netherlands is known as a high-level male modeling pageant where participants must demonstrate their talent, discipline, and personality in various demanding rounds, including catwalks, formal wear, and swimwear. During the same event, the titles of “Gentleman of the Netherlands” and “Mister Junior Netherlands” will also be crowned.
A journey full of challenges and personal growth Since the official start of the competitions on April 12, the participants have been pushed into “a boat with big waves,” facing a series of demanding challenges. Joshua has participated in several professional outdoor photoshoots and has also attended educational talks on what it means to be a true role model for others.
The challenges have not been limited to in-person tasks; the competition has a strong digital component where Joshua had to create content for a “Day in a life” challenge and a “Media Challenge.” As part of his final strategy for this media challenge, the talented young man decided to reach out to the local journalistic platform to share his story with Aruba.
More than just a pretty face: Ambition, character, and discipline For Joshua van der Biezen, the decision to enter this pageant was a goal to surpass his own limits. “It is a unique opportunity to challenge myself both physically and mentally, so that I can grow in my own confidence, presentation, and discipline,” Joshua stated.
Joshua, who already has his own digital platform focused on fitness, fashion, and motivation, sees this pageant as the perfect stepping stone to take his message to a national level and, if all goes well, to an international stage. For the young Aruban, Manhunt Netherlands is the ideal arena to demonstrate that modern male modeling stands for ambition, character, and the values that a person represents in daily life.
To follow Joshua’s journey:
• Official Website: Manhunt Netherlands
• Organization Instagram: @manhuntnetherlands / @manhuntnlorg
• Personal Instagram: @orphy.biezn
• Facebook: Josh.Biezn
• TikTok: @orphy.biezn
