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The eight finalists of the 2026 Miss Universe Philippines beauty pageant received their national titles during The Miss Philippines 2026 coronation night at the City of Dreams Manila in Pasay City. At the same event, the Miss Philippines Worldwide 2026 pageant was introduced. In social media, the post read: "More than a title, the Miss Worldwide Philippines is a global platform that celebrates individuals who embody the spirit of fashion, culture, entertainment, and the performing arts. It is where artistry, influence, movement, and global representation come together on one stage. "The winners of Mister and Miss Worldwide Philippines will travel across Manila, Hong Kong, Seoul, London, Paris, New York, Los Angeles, Sydney, and Dubai—gaining cultural exposure and immersive experiences in the worlds of fashion, theater, film, music, and entertainment. "Coming in the first quarter of 2027, the Mister and Miss Worldwide Grand Finals are envisioned as a semi-musical theatric...

Aspiring beauty queen Patrizia Mariah Garcia is ready to float like a butterfly and sting like a bee in 2020! During an exclusive interview at Discovery Suites in Ortigas, Pasig City recently, Garcia revealed she is all set to realize her dreams and purpose without a doubt. Asked about her plans to join a national pageant, Garcia said: "I do have plans of joining a national pageant. But I haven't really decided yet which national pageant because I  have a lot of things in my plate now." "I was planning to go on military training sana, then I am enrolled in graduate school and also working. So now I have to weigh my options," she said. But Garcia said that she really wants to join the pageant this year. "My heart is actually in joining a national pageant this year because I am turning 26 na this year. Let's set the goal before we compete." "It's already more than being encouraged by my family because my support system wi...

The Miss Asia Pacific International 2019 beauty pageant nears the homestretch as Misses Romania and Dominican Republic entered the semifinals of the prestigious pageant during preliminaries held at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City Oct. 5. Miss Romania Ana Maria Ciritel topped the swimsuit category. Miss Philippines was 1st runner-up while Miss Dominican Republic, 2nd runner-up.  Miss Dominican Republic Eonna Constanza won best in evening gown. Canada was 1st runner-up, who was also proclaimed Miss Photogenic; and Australia, 2nd runner-up. This brought to seven the number of girls who entered the semifinals of the pageant.  The 18 other girls in the semis will be announced during the grand coronation night at Resorts World Manila in Pasay City on Oct.  9. Earlier, the C ontinental Queens who joined the semifinals were Michele-Ange Minkata, Cameroon (Africa); Jessica Cianchino, Canada (Americas); Klyza De Castro, Philipp...

Manila residents woke up to loud music over the weekend as the candidates of Miss Philippines 2019 pageant hosted an outreach program inm Barangay 686, Zone 5, District 5. Simply dressed in jeans and black t-shirt, the girls were welcomed by chairman Eduardo J. Joson. During a visit to Manila, the girls cleaned the side streets, feed the poor, and gave toys to kids. Later, the girls will fly to Palawan for the swimsuit competition. The grand finals of Miss Philippines 2019 pageant will be held at Resorts World Manila on Oct. 13. Check out some of the highlights of the candidates outreach program in pictures. - ROBERT REQUINTINA

Popular Filipino haute couture designer Arielle Agasang of the Agasang House of Couture said that he is deeply honored to be chosen as one of the fashion designers for the Miss Intercontinental 2018 beauty pageant which wrapped up in Manila last Jan. 26. "It is always an honor to dress up and style for an international beauty queen like Veronica Vallejo, our Miss Intercontinental 2017. The Miss Intercontinental pageant is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the talents of Filipino designers," said Agasang, during an exclusive interview. Agasang dressed up Miss Intercontinental 2017 Veronica Vallejo of Mexico for gala night, meet-and-greet event, terno competition, and guest appearances for the pageant. Popular Filipino designer Arielle Agasang (2nd from left) with Dr. Rhoda Espino (left) of Metro Esthetico Skin Care Center in Pasig City share a light moment with Miss Intercontinental 2017 Veronica Vallejo of Mexico (2nd from right) and her companion. "Some...

Fifteen-year-old Simone Nadine Bornilla will be the country's representative to the Miss Teen International contest which will be held in New Delhi, India on Dec. 19. Bornilla is a Grade 10 student of Colegio San Agustin in Makati City. Last Jan. 5, she represented Makati City in the Mr. and Ms. Philippines Youth contest. Nadine, as fondly called by her peers, loves to sing. In fact, she is a Senior Soprano 1 member of the prestigious Augustinian Singers of Colegio San Agustin-Makati. Her talent in singing blossomed following her summer training workshops at Spotlight Artist Centre under the supervision of Isay Alvarez. She also attended ballet classes when she was 8 at Ballet Manila under the supervision of Lisa Macuja. Also, she is a theater actress and regular attendee of The Repertory Philippines Summer Workshops for the past seven years. Nadine is an advocate of "quality healthcare as a right and not as privilege.''  She is also an aspiring neurosur...

Mrs. Philippines Jenny Guinto won the Best in Talent award at the  Classic Mrs. Asia International 2018 held in Bangkok, Thailand recently. Guinto, 53, a former movie and television actress, won the special award for her heart-stirring fire dance and fire-eating stunts during the talent competition of the beauty contest. The Mrs. Asia International pageant caters to Asian married  women. It is produced by ERM Marketing (ERM) under Alex Liu and Sean Chia who decided to start a pageant for married women in Asia and for Asians after more than 30 years in the pageant world. Mrs. Asia International Pageant is a platform for married and senior ladies to showcase their beauty, talents and success in a more contemporary and glamorous approach. While beauty is the key element, contestants are also urged to voice their opinions about marriage and current events. All married women – young wives, mothers and even grandmothers from Asian countries or Asians from other p...

Ma. Ahtisa Manalo, who finished second in the Miss International 2018 beauty pageant held in Tokyo, Japan last Nov. 9, says that she is dedicating her pageant victory to the Filipinos around the world. "Pilipinas Kong Mahal, binigay ko lahat para sa iyo, lahat lahat. Philippines, you were my motivation every step of the way, " Manalo says on Instagram on Nov. 11. She adds: " My crown and my wholehearted thanks goes to: The Filipinos, all over the world, for the love and support. Quezonians for cheering me on ever since.  The Miss International Organization, for giving me a new set of family and a great stay in Japan. Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc. headed by Mrs Araneta, for giving me the honor of representing the Philippines. Also to Miss Liliana and Sir Gines for taking care of us queens." This is the first time that the Philippines won first runner-up in the 58-year history of the prestigious beauty contest. Mariem Velazco of Venezuela was crow...

National pageant director Ovette Ricalde, also known as Mother of All Pageants, announced the new tourism queens after they won the Mrs. Tourism 2018 beauty contest held at Dapitan City Cultural and Sports Complex in this city last Oct. 30. The new tourism queens are: Mrs. Tourism Universe 2018 Melany Andrea Ramirez  (New Zealand),  Mrs. Tourism World 2018 Lisa Smart-Campos (South Africa),  Mrs. Tourism International 2018 Yosiko Ojara Martha (Bolivia), Mrs. Tourism Globe 2018 Shivangi Dewang (India); and Mrs. Tourism Earth 2018 Nareesha Hitesh Dharwai (Singapore). With Mrs. Tourism 2018 queens and pageant director Ovette Ricalde (3rd from left). Other winners are Mrs.Tourism 2018 Charity Queen Mrs.Malaysia; and  Mrs. Tourism 2018 Goodwill Ambassador Mrs. USA. During the coronation night, the past queens made their farewell walk as Ricalde thanked them for their reign well-spent. Dr. Risa Caldoza, Mrs. Tourism International 2017 The previous quee...

Donna Marie Jan Balaor will be the county's official representative to the Miss Lumiere International World 2018 pageant which will be held in Malaysia on Nov. 10. Sammie Anne Legaspi, national director of Miss Lumiere Philippines and 1st runner-up in the same pageant in 2017, says Miss Lumiere International World is in search of the luminous woman who cultivates a core of peace and self awareness. Legaspi also provides us some interesting information on Balaor, 25, from Trece Martires, Cavite. Balaor says: "One funny thing about me is that I don’t eat pork. I honestly can’t tell why but since I was a kid, I just hate the smell and the taste of pork so vegetables became my best buddies! I am proud to represent my country and to tell the world that I am adopted and raised by a member of the LGBTQia community – a lesbian. I was raised by my 'amma' to be a strong, faithful woman; "After 17 years, I was blessed to meet my biological parents. I could ...