Sharing with you the group interview conducted by Boy Abunda with the Binibining Pilipinas 2022 Queens.
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My personal (subjective at times) views on a wide assortment of things.
The long wait is now over. After successfully mounting its second virtual pageant last year, #MISSEARTH2022 is taking on a Hybrid format with virtual and on-ground events in the country. Followers around the globe can look forward to an exciting production of the finals showcasing the Philippines’s breath-taking tourism destinations and, of course, the beauty of the earth ambassadors – environmental advocates to take part in a life-changing experience.
“Although the pandemic is still upon us, we are making sure that all safety and health protocols are observed in order for the delegates to have a live on-ground pageant experience in a safe environment – which is what the pageant advocates for,” expresses Ramon Monzon, President and Co-Founder of MISS EARTH.
90 #MissEarth delegates from different countries will be in the Philippines by November 12 and take on this year’s theme, “ME Loves Fauna,” to emphasize the importance of caring for animal life. The theme also gives awareness of how animal life, whether wildlife or domestic, and especially the endangered species, are essential members of the environment which must be given proper care and attention.
“Apart from this meaningful undertaking, showcasing the beauty of the Philippines to the world, as it rises up from the pandemic, would be beneficial to our tourism industry. The pageant will give more focus on staging events outdoors showing nature and picturesque eco landscapes as much as possible to showcase its beauty and at the same time lessening its carbon footprint with natural lighting,” Lorraine Schuck, EVP and co- Founder of Miss Earth further elaborated.
The virtual and on-ground events and activities will be live streamed worldwide from MISS EARTH social media accounts – its official YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok and website, starting October 24 towards the finals on November 27, 2022.
MISS EARTH 2022 finals will be streamed online and telecast on national and international TV stations.
Congratulations to the new Miss South Africa: Ndavi Nokeri
She will represent SA in the next Miss Universe Pageant.
Her 1st Runner-Up is Ayanda Thabethe, with Lebogang Mahlangu finishing third.
#MissSouthAfrica2022
#WelcomeBack, Ms O!
It was a homecoming of sorts for Olivia Quido-Co. The last time she was here in the Philippines was back in pre-pandemic 2019 when she hosted a #BeautyDay then. Three years have passed ever since. This time, she has returned with a bang. At the Garden Ballroom of Edsa Shangri-La, Manila, #MissOBeautyDayinManila was celebrated once more with Olivia Quido Skincare on the spotlight and her VIPs.
The successful beauty entrepreneur and her supportive husband Jason Co welcomed all guests, including members of the mainstream, print, online and pageant media along with program host MJ Felipe. Carrying the brand that is now known internationally as the official skincare of Miss Universe, they brought their successful line of products here and even conducted personal consultations with regular clients.
But not to overshadow her #MissUniverse affiliation, the very engaging Ms. O also answered questions about how she was able to land the big deal with the said pageant organization, as well as successfully bringing her brand to South American countries like Paraguay, Colombia and Brazil. From here, she will conduct a charity program in Smokey Mountain to provide education to at least 100 streetchildren.
Later this month, she will fly to Vietnam and Thailand for separate business-related launches before returning to New York in September where she will reunite with current titleholder Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu for more projects.
As for the host country of the next Miss Universe edition, her lips are tightly sealed but will go wherever it will be held next. More than this, she is all for the inclusion of single moms/married women in the popular beauty pageant.
#oliviaquidoclinicalskincare
#OliviaQuidoCo
Olivia and husband Jason with their respective moms
With some of my pageant media colleagues who covered the event
Sharing with you the interview conducted by Toni Gonzaga with Binibining Pilipinas 2022 1st Runner-Up Herlene Nicole Budol.
Bienvenida de nuevo, Reina!
Welcome back, Miss United Continents 2022 Camelle Mercado!
Here are photos taken from her arrival at NAIA T3 last night from a very successful trip in Ecuador. You deserve full rest for the next few days.
See you soon!
Photo credit: Andy Cayna
#Introducing: Manhunt Philippines Male Supermodel Joshua de Sequera
This 25 year-old Property Specialist and Volleyball player stands 6’4” and will represent the Philippines in Manhunt International 2022 which will be held in the country from September 24-October 1. He is the father of Jacob- a one year old and a half toddler who is his main source of joy. For the uninitiated, he is the son of supermodel and TV actress Marina Benipayo.
Joshua is preparing hard for the international modeling competition and promises to give it his best, knowing fully well how consistently successful the country performs in pageants and like-natured contests.
#joshuadesequera
#manhuntphilippines
#manhuntinternational
Do watch the documentary prepared by the Miss Universe Philippines Organization for its 2022 edition.
Congratulations to Joanna Camelle Mercado of the Philippines. She is Miss United Continents 2022!
Camelle defeated 24 other candidates from different parts of the world to become our second big winner in the pageant after Jeslyn Santos last 2016.
Her five runners-up include Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, Paraguay and Mexico in that order.
I just love the spunk of Camelle. She was a one-woman band in Ecuador who relied on her strong determination to stand out from start to finish. Her interview in Spanglish definitely made her stand out in the Top 6. When it was just Filipinas and the host delegate in the Final 2, it’s easy to tell that the crown is already hers!
Congratulations once more, Filipinas!
In a national pageant finals literally marred by the elements, a new Miss Philippines Earth was crowned and she is heavy favorite Jenny Ramp of Sta. Ignacia, Tarlac.
The program started earlier at 10am, but finished five hours after. Strong rains dampened the proceedings at the poolside and courtyard of TAG Resort Coron just after the announcement of the Top 10. And since the set-up was outside, everything had to be relocated inside the resort – hence, the delay.
But with patience, the event was restored with the Top 10 Q&A, Announcement of Final 5 and Q&A and crowning of winners.
Comprising the elemental court are:
Air: Jimema Tempra of Jasaan, Misamis Oriental
Water: Angeline Mae Santos of Trece Martirez
Fire: Eryka Vina Tan of Legazpi City
Eco Tourism: Nice Lampad of Bayugan City
Jenny will now be the Philippine representative to Miss Earth 2022 to be held later this year.
Congratulations!
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