Remembering Randy See Beyond the Crown

The first Mr. Chinatown Philippines, whose legacy lives on through the lives he touched and the love he shared.

Every person leaves a mark far beyond the titles they earn and the recognition they receive in their lifetime. Their stories continue through the people they have loved, the lives they have touched, and the memories and traditions that remain even long after they’ve passed on. 

Randy made history as the inaugural Mr. Chinatown Philippines winner in 2013, becoming part of the very first chapter of a competition that celebrates the Filipino-Chinese identity, talent and culture. But his  journey did not end with the crown. His victory marked the beginning of a journey that would take him beyond the pageant stage and into the world of modeling and entertainment

Born Randy See Morton See Cailles, Randy was a Filipino-Chinese model, actor, and television host. Before becoming a titleholder, he was already a model and campus basketball player.  He is an alum of St. Jude Catholic School and graduated from Ateneo De Manila University with a BS Management degree in 2013, the same year he won his crown. 

Randy was crowned alongside Ms. Chinatown Philippines 2013 Rolini Lim Pineda in June 2013.

Following his win, he went on to establish himself in the entertainment and fashion industries, wearing many hats as a model, actor, and television host. He walked the runway at Philippine Fashion Week and appeared in commercials and product campaigns. On screen, Randy appeared in the horror sequel Feng Shui 2 (2014) and the comedy Beauty and the Bestie (2015). He also worked as a host for O Shopping, bringing his presence beyond the runway and onto television. 

His Chinese-Filipino identity also shone through in his appearance on CHiNOYTV’s Pan Talks and being one of the judges of Mr & Ms. Chinatown Global Year 1, which made him become part of conversations that brought CHiNOY stories and perspectives to a wider audience

But beyond the public image that everyone saw, he built a more personal life story; one that was shared with his wife, family, friends and the people closest to him. 

In a heartfelt letter shared on social media following his passing, his wife, Ashelly, reflected on the future they once imagined together, recalling their conversations about growing old, the ordinary moments they looked forward to, and the promise of spending the rest of their lives by each other’s side. The future they had envisioned together became a much shorter kind of infinity that she would continue to hold close. Even in her grief, her words spoke of the great love she intended to carry with her moving forward.

According to news reports citing his wife’s announcement, Randy passed away following a car accident in Manila on October 17, 2026. He was 34, just five days shy of his 35th birthday on October 22.

For the Mr. & Ms. Chinatown Global Philippines community, Randy will always hold a special place in its history. He was the first to wear the Mr. Chinatown Philippines title, helping lay the foundation for generations of CHiNOY talents who would follow. His story will forever remain intertwined with the platform that continues to celebrate Filipino-Chinese identity.

A person’s legacy is never confined to what the public sees. It also, if not mostly, lives in the quiet, everyday moments shared with loved ones, the promises remembered, and the lives of those changed by their presence. Randy’s legacy exists in both worlds: in the public life he built and the private life he shared with the people he loved.

Rest in peace, Randy.Beyond the crown, your legacy lives on.