José Lopez Is Mr Gay World 2022, Max Appenroth Makes History As First Trans Runner-Up
starobserver.com.auPuerto Rico’s José Lopez was crowned Mr Gay World 2022 on Sunday, while second runner-up, Germany’s Max Appenroth, made history as the first trans finalist in the pageant.
Tony Ardolino from the United States of America was named as first runner up. Thirty-two year-old Lopez in a statement posted to social media after his win, said winning the title was an opportunity to be a “spokesperson and an ambassador” for the LGBTQI community.
He also outlined his plans to create awareness about mental health and body dysmorphia, which he lived with as a child.Mr Gay World 2022 José Lopez (centre) with first runner up Mr Gay USA Tony Ardolino (left) and second runner-up Mr Gay Germant Max Appenroth.
Image: Mr Gay WorldModel and actor Lopez was the clear frontrunner and favourite to win the competition. He won Best Social Media Presence, Best in National Costume, Best Sports Challenge, Best in Swimwear and Best in Formal Wear categories, before going on to be crowned the winner.Mr Gay World 2022 Jose Lopez.
