Red Dela Cruz was born and raised in Manila, Philippines. She started her career as a model before becoming one of the most recognized Ring Girls in combat sports. Her work in MMA helped her gain international attention and build a strong social media following of over 3 million fans.

Red made history as the first Filipina Octagon Girl in UFC history. She competed in the UFC Octagon Girl Search and finished in the Top 5. With strong support from fans around the world, she went on to become the first Filipino Octagon Girl for the UFC.

She has appeared in numerous international publications including Maxim Australia (Cover 2025), FHM Australia (Cover March 2026), Women's Fitness Australia (2025), Illustrado Dubai, and Men's Health Singapore. She also co-hosted Miss Universe Singapore 2015 alongside some of Asia's top supermodels.

In 2020, Red won Ring Girl of the Year at the Asian MMA Awards in Hong Kong. She has worked at UFC events all over the world, including UFC Fight Island in Abu Dhabi during the pandemic. In August 2023, she was selected as a Ring Card Girl for Dana White's Contender Series.

In 2026, Red became part of one of the most historic moments in combat sports when she walked into the Octagon on the South Lawn of the White House for UFC Freedom 250, celebrating America's 250th anniversary. The landmark event was watched around the world and marked another milestone in her decade-long career with the UFC.