How Marian Rivera was chosen as Miss Universe judge

Posted by Norman on December 4, 2021
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I am reposting the complete article by Margaret Claire Layug for GMA News Online

How did Marian Rivera become a judge on Miss Universe, and how well does she know pageants?

Yes, you heard it right — Marian Rivera has been chosen to be a judge in the 70th Miss Universe pageant happening this December 12, 2021 in Israel.

Many know her as the “Kapuso Primetime Queen,” one of the most beautiful actresses in Philippine showbiz, but some of us can’t help but ask: How was she chosen, and how much does she know about pageantry?

During a press conference on Friday, Mike Tuviera from her management team confirmed that Marian was “handpicked” by the Miss Universe Organization to be a part of this year’s selection committee.

Direk Mike called Marian to tell her about it, and she accepted the task wholeheartedly.

“Nung um-oo si Marian, she was vetted by the Miss Universe Organization so nakita nila syempre ‘yung massive [social media] presence niya and everything, so sila ‘yung lumapit and talagang nagpaalam on how to reach Miss Marian,” he said.

[When Marian said yes, she was vetted by the Miss Universe Organization. They saw her massive social media presence and everything. They were the ones who approached us and asked how they could reach Miss Marian.]

Marian knew she would be filling in a most daunting role, but she felt “honored” and “grateful” to be given the prestigious opportunity.

“Minsan ka lang siguro mabigyan ng pagkakataong makabilang sa isang mahalagang okasyon kung saan doon magsasama sama [lahat], at syempre, bitbit mo ‘yung bandila ng [Pilipinas],” she said.

“So, para sa akin, isang malaking karangalan siya, kaya naman buong-buong puso ko talaga tong tinanggap,” she said.

[We don’t often get the chance to be a part of a special occasion where the whole world will be present, and you get to represent the Philippines. It’s a big honor for me, and that’s why I wholeheartedly accepted the offer.]

A new Miss Universe will be crowned on December 12 in Israel, and Marian is already “very excited” to get to know the candidates one by one.
While she has never competed in the Miss Universe sphere herself, Marian is up for the task as she had previous experience as a judge on the local pageant scene.

Israel might prove to be nostalgic for Marian because — Fun fact: She has joined several beauty contests from elementary, high school until college (Her “talent” was, of course, dancing).

Marian was asked whether she would have explored the world of pageantry even further, if given a chance, and she said: “Nako, mahirap na tanong ‘yun, pero nandito ako sa industriyang ito, malamang ito talaga ang destiny ko!”

Dubbed as the Philippine television’s “primetime queen” Marian Rivera is a renowned actress, TV host, model, endorser and entrepreneur loved by many for her unforgettable roles and timeless beauty.

She is also known as a supportive wife and partner to actor and TV host Dingdong Dantes, as well as a hands-on mother to their two children Zia and Ziggy.

Apart from headlining multiple Filipino dramas over the years, she is currently the host of GMA-7’s weekly anthology program “Tadhana,” which features inspiring stories of overseas Filipino workers OFWs. Marian had also been named the most-followed Filipino celebrity on Facebook after hitting the 25-million mark last June.

As part of this year’s Miss Universe selection committee, the Kapuso actress now joins the ranks of Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach was chosen as a judge in 2017, and Broadway star Lea Salonga who was part of the panel in 2011.

14 comments on “How Marian Rivera was chosen as Miss Universe judge”

  1. I hope Marian asks these questions to the girls:

    “What is the story of your layp?”

    “How do you meynteyn a positive outlook in layp?”

    Haha joke lang! Meynteyn!

  2. I think the reasons why Marian Rivera was chosen as MU judge are the following:
    1. She is one of Philippine’s most popular actresses
    2. She has good reputation
    3. She is from Philippines and has a lot of Filipino followers on social media. Filipinos are among the most frequently found on social media. With MU to be broadcast both on TV and on digital media, a popular TV and social media personality as judge will increase MU viewership.
    4. With Filipinos’ great passion for pageantry, getting a Filipina judge will increase MU’s popularity

  3. So proud of Marian – she will do well – – better than the bashers who weren’t invited. 💐👑🇵🇭🕊️

  4. I imagine Marian Rivera wearing the Miss International crown!!! Very MI prototype yung ganda niya. Love it!!!👑❤

  6. I am sooo proud of Marian. And she is good in everything. She deserves it. Makikipag away ako. Hahahahah.

  7. Marian Rivera is the Philippines’ A-list actress and owns one of the most beautiful faces in the showbiz industry. She also has 20 million followers on Facebook. That alone was a considering factor why MUO chose her. Thus, she deserves to be invited as a member of the Miss Universe 2021 selection committee.

    I think what made Marian and GMA explain about why she was chosen is because there are naysayers who belittle her ability to communicate well in English, doubting if she could ask candidates good questions or if she could read the question well during the QnA round on the coronation night.

    Unprovoked, Marian graciously responded to the questions of the press about that and left nothing but truthful and inspiring words. GMA’s primetime queen said that she’s honored for the invitation because Miss Universe is a big event where people gather to witness the pageant live or virtually. She very well knows that Filipinos love Miss Universe, that’s why she is excited about it and even enthused that she’s gonna bring six suitcases for the pageant.

    Guys, let us just be proud of Marian. I can’t wait to see her on TV screen that most beautiful day in the universe.

    That’s all.

  8. Miss USA has not yet arrived in Israel … I wonder, I wonder , will USA still join MU2021 ? Today/tonight is supposed to be orientation day to be held in Eilat … both USA and UAE are still included in the MU website of delegates, ….fingers crossed nothing has changed …

    • @ jaretwrightlover USA pa mawawala. It’s an American pageant brand. MU is their way of marketing MUSA internationally. You watch one, damay na rin ‘yung isa. We all did that when we were young – watch BOTH on TV. 🙂

      MUUAE can probably wait… As long as that slot is there, it means MUO anticipates their debut. If not this year, maybe next year. As the religious among us are wont to say, ‘all in God’s time’.

  9. Nagulat ako sa pasavogur mo ngayong umaga, Uncle. Bakit? Are folks against her judging? I mean, why was this explanation/justification even necessary? Nung una mong post about the matter, none of us, to the best of my knowledge, was opposed… Did someone message you? 😦

    So, she is looking for someone who is BRAVE (‘katapangan’) enough to ‘restore (our) humanity’… ‘pagkatapos ng pinagdaanan natin’ (which I assume she is referring to the pandemic). She puts a lot of premium on BRAVERY. How to measure/gauge BRAVERY in a beauty contest?

    (Who in the Judging Panel will attend to the climate change agenda Mdme. Paula is excited about?)

    Go! Push natin ‘yan, Ms. Marian. 🙂

    Btw, kung mayroong ‘Temptation of Husband’, audition ako. As the oldest flame. Kahit gaano katagal na lock-in taping, kakayanin natin para sa Universo!

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