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The Miss Universe Organization has officially announced Chelsea Manalo of the Philippines as the Best in National Costume winner at Miss Universe 2024. Completing the Top 3 finalists for the special award were Emilia Dides from Chile (second place) and Nguyen Cao Ky Duyen from Vietnam (third place). Chelsea's national costume "Hiraya" meaning "the fruit of one's hopes, dreams, and aspirations" was voted the ultimate winner among 125 costumes showcased on this year's Miss Universe stage. Created by Filipino fashion designer Manny Halasan, the winning costume was a homage to the Philippines' diverse history and culture. It depicted the complex yet rich relationship between the Philippines and Mexico. The stunning creation was also an artistic interpretation of the introduction of both Christianity and Islam to the Philippines. Aside from winning the Best in National Costume, Chelsea also placed in the Top 30 during the recently concluded 73rd Miss Univ...

Christine Juliane Opiaza was crowned Miss Grand Philippines 2024 on Sunday, September 29 at the  Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay City, Metro Manila. The 25-year-old host, model and runway coach from Castillejos, Zambales beat 19 other contestants to win the national competition. She succeeds last year's winner Nikki de Moura of Cagayan de Oro and will now represent the Philippines at Miss Grand International 2025 in Thailand this October. Sophia Bianca Santos of Pampanga was named Universal Woman Philippines 2025 and will go to the Universal Woman 2025 pageant. Anna Margaret Mercado of Quirino clinched the title of Miss Teen International Philippines 2025 and will compete in Miss Teen International 2025. Jubilee Therese Acosta of Manila and Alexandra Mae Rosales of Laguna were the first and second runners-up, respectively. Completing the Top 10 were Julianne Rose Reyes of Cavite, Geralyn de Klerk of Himamaylan, Jenesse Viktoria Mejia of Pangasinan, Selena Antonio...

Juvyel Anne Saluta of the Philippines was crowned Miss Elite 2024 in a glittering event held on Friday, September 13 in Soma Bay, a coastal resort on the Red Sea in Egypt. The 20-year-old model beat over 30 other competitors to win the international title for the first time in the history of her country. She also bagged the Best Smile award. Victoria Maneiro of Venezuela was named first runner-up while Irene Grande of Spain, Sofia Gonzales of Mexico, and Stevanie Tawana Sheldrick of Indonesia were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. "First and foremost, I want to say a huge thank you to Lord God for His guidance. I actually asked God for a sign—a butterfly. Little did I know, I would be wearing a butterfly gown! I felt His presence with me every step of the way," the new Miss Elite shared online. Juvyel succeeds last year's winner Mejreme Hajdaraj from Kosovo. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Juvyel (@juvyel.anne) Photo...

Krishnah Marie Gravidez bested 32 other contestants to win Miss World Philippines 2024 on Friday, July 19 at SM Mall of Asia Arena in Parañaque City. The 23-year-old beauty from Baguio City was crowned by her predecessor Gwendolyne Fourniol of Negros Occidental. She will represent the Philippines at the 72nd Miss World whose date and venue have yet to be announced. Jasmine Omay of Tarlac and Sophia Bianca Santos were named Miss World Philippines 2024 first and second princesses, respectively. Completing the Top 10 were Patricia Bianca Tapia of Batangas, Jeanne Isabelle Bilasano of Bicol Region, Deanna Marie Maté of Cavite, Riana Agatha Pangindian of Kapitolyo, Pasig, Gabrielle Marie Lantzer of Manila, Nikhisa Buenafe Cheveh of Pangasinan, and Maria Andrea Endicio of Quezon Province. The contestants from Bacolod, Marianel Tan; Cebu, Sofi Maxim Margareta Grenmo; Central Visayas, Jewel Marisse Catherine Reyes; Concepcion, Tarlac, Angel Gutierrez; Dasmariñas, Cavite, Clytemestra Juan; Iloi...

The winner of the upcoming Miss World Philippines 2024 pageant will wear a brand new crown called "Rays of Hope" by Oro China Jewelry. Designed and handcrafted by talented Filipino jewel artisans, this crown according to the pageant's official jeweler depicts rays of light, signifying hope and new beginnings. It is a masterpiece that embodies elegance and symbolism. Encrusted with almost 400 blue sapphires and nearly 300 freshwater pearls, the crown represents luck, loyalty, happiness, and love, as well as purity, harmony, and humility. Each element of the crown echoes the qualities of the queen who wears it, a woman who shines brightly and inspires humanity with her positivity and purpose. A testament to resilience and purity, each luminous pearl represents the inner strength that shines through adversity. The majestic blue sapphires, like beams of hope piercing through darkness, symbolize courage and steadfast determination. The highly anticipated grand coronation night...

The final of the Miss World Philippines 2024 Head to Head Challenge took place on Monday, July 8 at the Southville International School and Colleges in Las Piñas City. Eight semifinalists showcased their speaking and presentation skills, along with their intelligence and quick thinking during the fast-track event. The challenge culminated with the announcement of the Top 3 finalists. They are Dolly Ceballos Cruz of Malaybalay, Bukidnon, Jasmine Urquico Omay of Tarlac Province, and Patricia Bianca Tapia of Batangas. Rounding out the Top 8 were Riana Pangindian of Kapitolyo, Pasig, Gabrielle Lantzer of Manila, Marianel Tan of Bacolod, Krishna Gravidez of Baguio City, and Christine Chagas of Quezon City. The winner of the Head to Head Challenge will automatically secure a spot in the Miss World Philippines 2024 finals on July 19 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by MISS WORLD PHILIPPINES (@msworldphil) Photo: Mi...

Miss International 2023 Andrea Rubio touched down in the Philippines on Wednesday, July 3 as an invited guest of the upcoming Binibining Pilipinas 2024 pageant. The beauty queen from Venezuela will be gracing the 60th edition's grand coronation night this Sunday, July 7 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City. Andrea will stay at Novotel Manila Araneta City throughout her official visit to the country. She was warmly welcomed at the hotel by members of the media and some Filipina beauty queens. Present during her arrival were Miss International 2013 Bea Santiago, reigning Miss International Philippines Angelica Lopez, and Miss International 2023 third runner-up Nicole Borromeo. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Binibining Pilipinas (@bbpilipinasofficial) Photos: Binibining Pilipinas / Instagram

The Miss World Philippines 2024 Beauty With A Purpose (BWAP) presentation was held on Monday, July 1 at the Sequoia Hotel in Parañaque City. Ten finalists and their inspiring BWAP projects have been selected by the judges. One winner of this fast-track event will automatically secure a spot in the semifinals. Meet the Top 10 finalists: Cavite - Dia Mate Pangasinan - Nikki Buenafe Batangas - Bianca Tapia Kapitolyo, Pasig - Riana Pangindian Malaybalay, Bukidnon - Dolly Cruz Zamboanga del Sur - Krishia Mendoza Quezon Province - Andrea Endicio Quezon City - Christine Chagas Tarlac Province - Jasmine Omay Bicol Region - Isabelle Bilasano This year's Miss World Philippines grand coronation night will be held on July 19 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. The winner will represent the Philippines at the 72nd Miss World. Photo: Miss World Philippines Organization

The Beach Beauty Competition of the Miss World Philippines 2024 pageant was held last Wednesday, June 26 at Aqua Boracay. Thirty-five contestants sizzled the runway to impress the judges in their two-piece yellow swimsuits by Filipino clothing brand, Bench. Meet the Top 12 finalists: Kapitolyo, Pasig City - Riana Agatha Pangindian Manila - Gabrielle Lantzer Baguio City - Krishnah Marie Gravidez Capiz - Mariam Lara Ashraf Abd El Hamid Pampanga - Sophia Bianca Santos Bicol Region - Isabelle Bilasano Tarlac Province - Jasmine Omay Cavite - Dia Maté Pangasinan - Nikki Buenafe Cebu - Sofi Maxim Margareta Grenmo Batangas - Bianca Tapia Iloilo City - Arrieana Beron One winner of this fast-track challenge event will automatically advance to the semifinals to be announced during the grand coronation night on July 19 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The next Miss World Philippines will represent her country at the 72nd Miss World competition. View this post on Instagram A po...

Brand new crowns and prizes for Binibining Pilipinas 2024 winners and runners-up have been officially revealed during the press presentation of contestants on June 7 at the New Frontier Theater in Quezon City. Designed by Filipino fashion and jewelry designer Manny Halasan, the exquisite new crowns were inspired by the iconic Binibining Pilipinas logo. "Each crown features ethical diamonds, reflecting not only their brilliance but also our commitment to responsible sourcing," shared by Binibining Pilipinas. "The design beautifully incorporates three stars and a radiant sun, symbolizing the essence of the Philippines and our nation's proud heritage. Truly fitting for future queens." This year's competition marks the 60th edition of the annual Binibining Pilipinas pageant. The grand coronation night will be held on July 7 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. The winners, Binibining Pilipinas International 2024 and Binibining Pilipinas Globe 2024 will each receive a ...

Reigning Miss International Andrea Rubio is expected to visit the Philippines to attend the 60th Binibining Pilipinas (Miss Philippines) pageant. This will be the second official visit of the Venezuelan beauty to Asia since she was crowned Miss International 2023 last October in Japan. Last March, she went to Jakarta, Indonesia as a special guest of the Puteri Indonesia 2024 pageant together with the reigning Miss Supranational Andrea Aguilera and Miss Charm Luma Russo. This year's Binibining Pilipinas grand coronation night will be held on July 7 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. The winners will represent the Philippines at Miss International 2025 and The Miss Globe 2024. Former queens Nicole Cordoves (Miss Grand Philippines 2016), Kylie Versoza (Miss International 2016), Catriona Gray (Miss Universe 2018), and MJ Lastimosa (Miss Universe Philippines 2014) will be hosting the much-awaited event. Photo: Miss International

Cyrille Payumo, a 26-year-old fashion model from Porac, Pampanga, has been officially designated as Miss Charm Philippines 2025. Her crowning took place on May 22 in Pasay City, following the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 competition where she was one of the Top 10 finalists. Before the national pageant, she was crowned Miss Universe Philippines - Pampanga 2024 last January in Mabalacat where she earned the right to represent the Culinary Capital of the Philippines. Cyrille is no stranger to pageantry, having joined Mutya ng Pilipinas 2019 where she placed first runner-up and went on to win Miss Tourism International 2019 in Malaysia. She is now expected to represent the Philippines at the Miss Charm 2025 competition in Vietnam. The country's representative for this year's Miss Charm will be Baguio's Krishnah Marie Gravidez, Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Top 3 finalist. Meet the new Miss Charm Philippines: View this post on Instagram A post shared by...

Baguio City's Tarah Valencia was crowned Miss Supranational Philippines 2025 shortly after the glittering Miss Universe Philippines 2024 pageant on Wednesday in Pasay City. The 23-year-old, who placed third runner-up, will be preparing to represent the Philippines at Miss Supranational 2025 possibly next summer in Poland. Tarah is a hospitality management graduate of the University of Baguio. Prior to her stint at this year's Miss Universe Philippines, she won the titles Miss Baguio Turismo 2023 and Miss HRAB 2023. The Philippines will be represented at Miss Supranational 2024, to be held this July in Nowy Sącz, by Alethea Ambrosio from Bulacan. Meet the new Miss Supranational Philippines: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tarah Valencia (@tarah.valencia) Photos: The Miss Philippines, Seven Barretto / Tarah Valencia / Instagram