Miss Earth Indonesia 2025 Putri Andriani Juficha passed away at age 25, with her death confirmed on August 15, 2026—the day she would have turned 26. While the cause of death remains undisclosed, the pageant community is mourning the loss of the former titleholder and runner-up.
Tributes from the Pageant Community
The Miss Grand Indonesia Organisation, where Juficha previously competed and finished as a runner-up, broke the news of her passing through an official statement on Instagram. The organization expressed deep sorrow over the loss, characterizing Juficha as a vital member of their community who left a lasting impression on those she worked with.
“With deepest sorrow, the Miss Grand Indonesia Organisation 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.”
Miss Grand Indonesia Organisation
The organization’s tribute continued by acknowledging the brevity of her life while emphasizing the impact of her presence. The statement offered comfort to her family, noting, 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.
Professional Accomplishments in 2025
Juficha, who was known as Pijey to those close to her, experienced a significant year in the national pageant circuit in 2025. She secured the Miss Earth Indonesia title and also achieved a strong runner-up finish at the Miss Grand Indonesia competition. Her career in the pageant world brought her into contact with delegates from various countries, including those she competed alongside during the Miss Earth 2025 pageant held in November.
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International Recognition and Personal Loss
The news of her death prompted an outpouring of grief from fellow contestants and international pageant figures. Joy Barcoma, a fellow beauty queen who placed in the Top 8 at the 2025 Miss Earth pageant, shared a memorial post on social media to honor her peer.
“Your memory is a blessing, PJ.”
Joy Barcoma, fellow beauty queen
Natalie Puskinova, the winner of the 2025 Miss Earth crown representing the Czech Republic, also publicly shared her condolences regarding the loss of her colleague. I’m heartbroken. Rest in peace,
Puskinova wrote on Instagram.
Status of Information Regarding Her Passing
The specific cause of Juficha’s death has not been publicly disclosed. While reports confirm her passing at age 25, official statements from the organizations involved have focused on tributes to her character and legacy rather than the circumstances surrounding the event. The Miss Grand Indonesia Organisation concluded its announcement by stating, Rest in peace, Putri. You will always be a part of our Grand family.
