23rd Edition Manhunt International Winner
Adonis Renaud from France
Awarded the prestigious title of Manhunt International, Adonis Renaud is a name now synonymous with elegance, ambition, and an unyielding spirit. Born and raised in the scenic south of France, Adonis spent his childhood between the mountains and the sea—a setting that shaped his adventurous nature and love for the outdoors. “I grew up between the mountains and the sea in the south of France,” he shares. “I spent my days playing sports, hiking, mountain biking, cliff jumping, and watching sunsets over the sea and sunrises from mountain peaks with my brother and friends.”
His path to the international stage was driven by an inner fire to test his limits. “The greatest inspiration for me was the challenge itself. I wanted to see my limits in this competition and discover how far I could go if I worked hard,” Adonis explains. Before stepping into the spotlight of Manhunt International, he was already building his name as an independent European model, learning to navigate the industry with discipline and determination.
Earning an international title is no small feat, and for Adonis, the journey was not without moments of disbelief. “One of the biggest challenges was accepting that what was happening was actually real,” he admits. Preparing for the world final demanded both physical conditioning and mental resilience. “I trained with Joselli, my national director, in Los Angeles at the TAMM Agency. He helped me practice my walk and prepared me for what to expect, but above all, he taught me to stay true to myself in every situation,” he says, expressing deep gratitude for the guidance and faith that Joselli placed in him.
A passionate admirer of classic cinema, Adonis names legendary French actor Alain Delon as one of his greatest inspirations. “He went from living on the streets to becoming one of the greatest actors of his time, all through hard work and determination,” Adonis reflects. It is this same resolve that fuels his own ambitions.
Behind the poised demeanor lies an unexpected vulnerability—“I’m super sensitive to air conditioning, and it actually made me sick for the entire week of the competition!” he laughs, offering a glimpse into the man behind the title.
Since earning the prestigious title of Manhunt International, Adonis has embraced new opportunities and the encouragement of supporters from around the world. “I’m truly thankful for how it has transformed my life. I now have more support, more people who believe in me, and more opportunities than I ever had,” he says.
To aspiring young men dreaming of following in his footsteps, Adonis offers honest advice: “Joining Manhunt is probably the best thing you can do if you want to experience something special. But it’s not made for everyone—you have to work hard for it. If you think you can do it, believe in yourself and smile at life.”
Looking ahead, Adonis remains clear-eyed about the dedication required to build on this milestone. “Personally, I’m preparing myself to push even further and never give up. I know it’s going to be difficult, and that I’ll have to sacrifice parts of my old life to let my ambitions grow. Professionally, my agency and I are mapping out a path that will help me seize new opportunities and make the right choices to reach my goals. For now, I’ll continue in modeling and then gradually step into acting—because it’s not just a dream, I truly feel I was born for it.”
With a vision that stretches far beyond the pageant stage, Adonis Renaud embodies the spirit of a modern Manhunt International winner—fearless, humble, and ready to conquer new frontiers, one dream at a time.