Miss Diamond of the World 2016 | She’s no diamond in the rough

Posted by Norman on October 7, 2016
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Christine Joy Picardal wins Miss Diamond of the World in Algeria


Christine Joy Picardal went to Algiers with a mission. She was chosen to represent the Philippines in the first international beauty pageant that was held in the North African country of Algeria and won.

Last night, this La Union native has just been crowned Miss Diamond of the World 2016 at the Sofitel Algiers. There was very little noise of her participation in the said competition. But now that she has proven herself worthy of the victory, a warm welcome awaits upon her return to the country soon.

Christine’s achievement proves that the Filipina is indeed world-class. After Miss United Continents 2016 Jeslyn Santos, Miss Global 2016 1st Runner-Up Camille Hirro, Mister Universal Ambassador 2016 2nd Runner-Up/ Mister Southeast Asia International 2016 Andrea Biondo, Man of the Year 2016 Karan Singhdole and Miss Asia 2016 Trixia Maria Marana, plus the Top 10 Finish of Nancy Leonard in Miss Tourism Queen International 2016, this definitely adds up to the growing list of excellent finishes for the year. And I have a good feeling there will be more in the bigger events up ahead.

Congratulations to you, Tine!

Congratulations, Christine!

24 comments on “Miss Diamond of the World 2016 | She’s no diamond in the rough”

  1. Congratulations.
    But the big question is, did she actually win any diamonds? 😉

  2. Hindi na lang maging happy ung iba jan….. Nanalo na nga ng pageant lol. Carry niya yung sash ng pinas tapos mga ibang pinoy lalaitin pa. jusko lord.

  4. Too many pageants… and I wonder who shoulders the airfare of our candidates in these minor pageants? Minor na nga lang eh ang mahal pa din ng airfare from Pinas to Africa. Pageants must be a very lucrative business. hmmm

  6. Remember Miss Gloria Diaz was invited to judge a beauty pageant in Miami….and the title? Miss Potato!!!😂

  7. Magpasalamat nalang tayo mga vhaks at panalo….kung talo, pangit din naman ang sasabihin nyo kaya kung wala man lang kayong napatunayan, zip your mouth!

  9. Why does Tito Norms keep referring to Andrea Biondo as Mr. Universal Ambassador 2016, 2nd Runner-up? He placed 4th Runner-up in that pageant.

    • @ Namipueblo : You may visit the FB page of Mister Universal Ambassador for the explanation.

    • Na Steve Harvey daw. I’m still waiting on his feature of MUA. Walang write up. 😦

    • What a blunder. Another crowning glory moment stolen. This time from the runners-up. A convoluted explanation of the actual result doesn’t do much either in untying the knots. While mistakes of this sort may be forgiven, no amount of rectification can undo the harm already done. Pageant organizers should make sure their events run smoothly and take extra care in announcing and awarding winners.

  10. Congratulations!

    Minor or major pageant, you did your country proud.

    World Peace.

  13. May iba pa ba syang close up pic… I am in doubt of the pic below…did she really win?

  14. Kelan naman kaya ang Miss Diamond of the Universe? At ang Miss Sapphire of the World, Ruby of the Universe, Topaz of Earth and Swarovski of Globe abangan nyo na din. Ay amboooooooot!!!

  15. Picardal…Very Ilocano surname. Congratulations, ading! Even without the usual deluge of support candidates to more prestigious pageants enjoy, you SLAYED! You probably were all by yourself, too, without the benefit of a National Director by your side or an exuberant expatriate Filipino community in the audience to cheer you on (I do not think there would be too many Pinoys in this former French territory).

    Congratulations as well to the host! Everybody starts small, and beauty pageants are increasingly seen as effective tools to market towns/cities/countries to a wider and global audience. May this be the beginning of bigger and brighter pageantry in Africa. Merci bou coup, Algerie!

    P.S. We often lament the poor representation of Africa in global pageantry. Well, this is Africa making a statement : RECOGNIZE US. WE ARE HERE. WE ARE BEAUTIFUL. WELCOME! AND HELLO!

  17. Goodness gracious kung ano anong pageant na lang talaga….kacheapan! Next is Miss Golden Unicorn Earth 2016

  18. ang putchaaaaa kung ano anong pageant na lang!! Next is Miss Golden Unicorn Continent! hayyyyy

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