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The crown reserved for Binibinis below the age of 25

Posted by Norman on February 17, 2015
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The last five wearers of the Bb. Pilipinas International crown in reverse order from 2014 down to 2010

The last five wearers of the Bb. Pilipinas International crown in reverse order from 2014 down to 2010

The Bb. Pilipinas International crown

The Bb. Pilipinas International crown

Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti was 24 when she won the title last year. Bea Rose Santiago, on the other hand, was 23 the year she nailed hers, the same age Nicole Schmitz was crowned last 2012. Before that, Dianne Necio was a young 19 year-old at the time she was named for the honor. And nearly five years ago today, Krista Kleiner was all of 20 summers during Bb. Pilipinas 2010 – the edition where she got the nod as Bb. Pilipinas International.

Of the five titles at stake, this is the crown that only Official Candidates below the age of 25 can vie for. And in the 2015 batch, there are those who are skipping the hunt to become the country’s next representative to Miss International. Hence, the likes of 25-to-26-year-olds Hannah Ruth Sison, Pia Wurtzbach, Kimverlyn Suiza, Anja-Vanessa Peter, Ria Rabajante, Patricia Ejercitado, Anabel Christine Tia, Toni Alyessa Hipolito, Caneille Faith Santos and Samantha Balbin are no longer eligible for the same. The rest can breathe easy knowing that they are still up for all the prized spots.

Christi McGarry by Jory Rivera

Christi McGarry by Jory Rivera

There is one gray area, though. For example, Binibini 19 Christi Lynn McGarry was 24 when she got in as Official Candidate. But just last February 5, she already turned 25 – more than a month before the March 15 coronation night. Can she still be considered for Miss International? My impression is that the Japanese organizers are strict when it comes to age and are understanding when the rep is already 25 but still under that age when she participated in and won the national crown (just like Bianca Guidotti). Will Madame Stella Marquez de Araneta make an exception or will she play it safe and go for those who are safely within the age brackets to avoid any unnecessary kinks about the matter?

That, my dear readers, remains to be seen. 😉

Mary Ann Ross Misa: ready to take a chance again?

Posted by Norman on February 2, 2012
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Mary Ann Ross Misa was one of the favorites going into the finals of Bb. Pilipinas 2010. In fact, she went as far as making it to the Top 10. Just when everybody thought that she would clinch the Bb. Pilipinas-World crown, her tracks reached a detour when Czarina Gatbonton was announced instead, together with Venus Raj and Krista Kleiner.

She took the loss with some disappointment, but not a heavy heart. For the entirety of 2011, she simply focused on improving herself even more, aside from doing work on the side. Now that 2012 is in her midst, the call beckons once more. You simply can’t put a beautiful woman down, especially someone who stands 5’10” and with a curvaceous body and elegant stance at that.

Some quarters say that Mary Ann would make a nice fit for Miss World Philippines 2012. I couldn’t agree more. At the end of the day, she will make a mighty fine competitor, regardless of the national pageant she joins (or re-joins for that matter).

Binibining Dianne Necio: Second-time lucky at Bb. Pilipinas

Posted by Norman on April 14, 2011
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Bb. Pilipinas International 2010 Krista Kleiner getting ready to crown Bb. Pilipinas International 2011 Dianne Necio (Photo credit: Mabuhay Beauties)

Beaming with pride after clinching the Bb. Pilipinas-International 2011 win. (Photo credit: Mabuhay Beauties)

Actually, Dianne Elaine Samar Necio was already lucky when she joined Bb. Pilipinas 2010. It’s just that she wasn’t lucky enough to nail one of the crowns and another Bicolana (Venus Raj) was blessed with one. She did land 1st Runner-Up honors, but the ranking barely satisfied this 19 year-old’s desire to represent the country in an international beauty competition abroad. Her wish was granted this year, but not before taking the big risk of giving up on her 2010 placement (and the remaining prizes that came with it) in order to return as Official Candidate for 2011.

Dianne was full of confidence when she participated in the preliminary screening of candidates. She milked dry her being 1st Runner-Up last year in order to add some plus points that should make her stand out among the ladies. But when the dust settled and the 39 other contenders started their respective conquests for victory, she found herself pressured to do even more. The mere sight of her batchmates is enough to put her head on a spin.

Undaunted by the increasing probability of not eclipsing her runner-up performance, she upped her ante and went full steam ahead in surviving the onslaught of several press and social networking sites’ favorites. She dutifully went on with her gameplan. Before the coronation night, some ends started wagging comments that Dianne will only win should Madame Stella Marquez de Araneta start pulling strings in her favor or that she should have joined in 2012 instead to get a better chance of winning. She ignored the same and kept her composure.

Dianne during the Bb. Pilipinas 2011 swimsuit competition (Photo credit: Bruce Casanova of OPMB Worldwide)

Finals night came and she failed to get a single Special Award. Not a good sign for the weak-willed. But when the Top 15 Finalists were announced, she was only too happy to join the cut because she knew that she prepared well for the Q&A. And when her time came to be asked a question, judge Silvana Fornari queried on her best achievement and what she plans to do in the next 12 months of her life. I reckon that this must have been a convenient topic for Dianne to shed light on because she proudly replied about her being Bb. Pilipinas 2010 1st Runner-Up as her proudest feat so far and that finally winning a 2011 Bb. Pilipinas crown will fill in the succeeding months preparing for and hopefully ending up victorious in the international pageant arena.

The confidence in her delivery did not go unnoticed in the judges’ score cards. Binibini 33 was called winner of Bb. Pilipinas-International and she went to centerstage tearful but filled with happiness.

I’m pretty sure Dianne will devote her time training hard for the 2011 Miss International as she aims to become the 5th Filipina to win the prestigious title in China. She has the pretty demanding work cut out for her. And all we can do is show our support. Can she count on that from all of us? 😉

To Krista, Venus and Czarina…thank you for a wonderful year!

Posted by Norman on April 10, 2011
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The Reigning Queens (L-R) Bb. Pilipinas-International 2010 Krista Kleiner, Bb. Pilipinas-Universe 2010 Venus Raj and Bb. Pilipinas-World 2010 Czarina Gatbonton (Photo credit: Bong Tan of Missosology.org)

Tonight, these three ladies will end their reign. For two of them – Krista and Venus – the past year has been both memorable and a wee bit heartbreaking. First off, Venus snapped more than a decade’s worth of Miss Universe participation by placing in the semifinals and eventually inching her way to the Top 5 with a 4th Runner-Up placement. Many fans and supporters believe that she could have captured a higher ranking if not for that “major, major” reply during the final Q&A. But everything’s water under the bridge and she has already moved on, complete with a blossoming TV career as one of the morning show hosts of ABS-CBN’s “Umagang Kay Ganda.


courtesy of OPMBvids

On the other hand, Krista had unbridled self-confidence going to the Miss International 2010 competition in China. She was dead-sure of placing in the Top 3, if not winning the pearl-encrusted crown itself. Right at the onset, she fiercely represented the country and stood out in almost every pre-pageant activity, including topping the talent competition where she performed a wildly-applauded song-and-dance number. Finals night saw her winning two special awards (Miss Expression and Miss Talent) on the way to being called in the semifinals. Sadly, the journey ended there but she still took everything in stride, with the help of boyfriend-singer Jay-R who consoled her with unconditional love and support.

As for Czarina, she may not have made a clear dent during the Miss World proceedings in China and ended up being one of the proverbial ‘Thank-You-Girls’ but her reign ought to be more historic as she will be remembered as the very last Bb. Pilipinas-World ever. After BPCI lost the Miss World franchise to Cory Quirino, the country’s premier national pageant is left with two major titles at stake. The dusky beauty from Malolos won’t be relinquishing her crown tonight, but she will surely be around for her farewell walk.

All in all, I would say that it was an above average performing year for Bb. Pilipinas. And for that, my heartfelt thanks to Krista, Venus and Czarina for continuing the lifelong tradition of showing the real essence of Filipina beauty around the world.

Mabuhay kayo! 😉

What could be the ‘Lucky Numbers’ in Bb. Pilipinas 2011?

Posted by Norman on February 27, 2011
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First off, here are the officially-assigned numbers of the remaining 38 candidates of Bb. Pilipinas 2011:

1. Zephora Mayon
2. Elizabeth Clensi
3. Carolyn Ty
4. Gianna Quintos
5. Jennielyn Natividad
6. Patricia Tumulak
7. Roxanne Cabanero
8. Angelia Ong
9. Tina Marasigan
10. Hazelyn Santos
11. Diana Arevalo
12. Carla Lacson
13. Quennie Rehman
14. Alysa Marquinez
15. Arabella Hanesh
16. Sabrine Al-Tawil
17. Teresa Ludovice
18. Wendy Lucas
19. Jet Noguchi
20. Kenneth Dimaapi
21. Paula Figueras
22. Luzel Felipe
23. Chloe McCully
24. Isabella Manjon
25. Shamcey Supsup
26. Janine Tuganon
27. Bianca Paz
28. Krystel Ann Grant
29. Kathleen Subijano
30. Samantha Purvor
31. Jen Roe Gubat
32. Dianne Necio
33. MJ Lastimosa
34. Suzette Hernandez
35. Camille Baltazar
36. Nicole Clensi
37. Ladylyn Riva
38. Glennifer Perido

Will #11 prove lucky for Diana Arevalo this year?

With this in mind, let’s play some lucky numbers predictions based on previous winners…

Last year, the titleholders carried numbers 10 (Venus Raj), 21 (Czarina Gatbonton) and 11 (Krista Kleiner). Will this be duplicated with Hazelyn Santos, Paula Figueras and Diana Arevalo getting crowned? I doubt it. Except for Diana, the other two are not very likely to figure out in the Top 3, let alone the Top 5.

In 2009, 15 (Bianca Manalo), 17 (Marie-Ann Umali) and 20 (Melody Gersbach) came out on top. Could these numbers bless Arabella Hanesh, Teresa Ludovice and Kenneth Dimaapi for 2011? Once more, the three ladies are not considered hot picks for the crowns.

Let’s try another year – 2008 – where 7 (Jennifer Barrientos), 15 (Janina San Miguel) and 2 (Patricia Fernandez) won. Correspondingly, Roxanne Cabanero, Arabella Hanesh and Elizabeth Clensi match these numbers. Not a satisfactory set of winners for me.

Boo with lucky numbers then! If I had my way, my tentative shortlist would include 25, 32, 24, 13 and 11. What are yours? 😉

Binibining Pilipinas 2011 : The Search Begins!

Posted by Norman on December 6, 2010
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Good news to all beautiful Filipina ladies out there! Below is the press release of BPCI for Binibining Pilipinas 2011:

THE SEARCH IS ON FOR BB. PILIPINAS 2011

Beauty titles remain elusive for Filipinas, but the fact that the likes of Venus Raj, Krista Kleiner, and Czarina Gatbonton have come so close to bringing home the honors means success is not so far away. If you believe you have what it takes, take the first step toward that goal by joining the Binibining Pilipinas 2011 search.

Binibining Pilipinas is now open for application for single ladies ages 17-25 years old, with Filipino citizenship, minimum height of 5ft. 6in., at least high school graduate, and of good moral character. Application forms may be secured from the Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc. (BPCI) Secretariat at the Araneta Coliseum. You may also download the application form here. application forms may be sent via fax to (632) 911-27-71, or delivered personally to the BPCI Secretariat.

Aside from the application forms, prospective candidates are also required to submit the following: NSO certified copy of birth certificate, certified true copy of high school/ college diploma, Philippine passport (if any), and close-up and full body colored photos. Aspirants who are 17 years of age should also bring with them a written consent duly signed by their parents.

Preliminary screenings will be held daily, Mondays to Saturdays, from 2 – 6 PM. Deadline for submission of application forms is on January 8, 2010. Only those who qualify during the preliminary screenings will be eligible for the final selection of candidates. Apply now!

Interested applicants can download the application form HERE.

Batch 2010 (L-R) Helen Nicolette Henson (2nd RU), Krista Kleiner (Bb. Pilipinas-International), Venus Raj (Bb. Pilipinas-Universe), Czarina Gatbonton (Bb. Pilipinas-World) and Dianne Necio (1st Runner-Up)

Interested applicants can download the application form HERE.

Remember, you have only up to January 8, 2011 to submit your application at the BPCI Secretariat at Araneta Center/Gateway Complex. 😉

Venezuela nails win #6 at Miss International 2010

Posted by Norman on November 8, 2010
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Elizabeth Mosquera of Venezuela won Miss International 2010 in Chengdu, China last night. (Photo credit: Thaimiss.com)

The Top 3 (L-R) Piyaporn Deejing of Thailand (1st Runner-Up), Elizabeth Mosquera of Venezuela (Miss International 2010) and Yuan Xiyi of China (2nd Runner-Up) Photo courtesy of Thaimiss.com

Elizabeth Mosquera accomplished win#6 for Venezuela at Miss International. She defeated more than 60 delegates to win this year’s crown. Placing 1st Runner-Up was Piyaporn Deejing of Thailand, with Yuan Xiyi of China landing 2nd Runner-Up honors.

Ms. Philippines, Krista Kleiner, a heavy favorite, made it to the Top 15 and received a unique special award for Miss Expressive.

Congratulations to the winners! 😉

My Top 15 favorites for Miss International 2010

Posted by Norman on November 7, 2010
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Tonight will be the coronation night of Miss International 2010 in Chengdu, China. The winner will automatically become the 50th Anniversary Queen and will replace last year’s titleholder – Anagabriela Espinosa of Mexico. From among the 65 delegates, I trimmed down the list to just 15 ladies who I believe have excellent chances of taking home the pearl-studded crown tonight. In alphabetical order, they are:

Jimena Vargas (Bolivia)

Lilian Lopes (Brazil)

Katie Starke (Canada)

Lucie Smatanova (Czech Rep.)

Susanna Turja (Finland)

Etsuko Kanagae (Japan)

Gabriela Palacio (Mexico)

Krista Mae Kleiner (Philippines)

Zaneta Sitko (Poland)

Desiree Panal (Spain)

Cecilia Ragnarsson (Sweden)

Piyaporn Deejing (Thailand)

Inna Bezobchuk (Ukraine)

Katharine Brown (United Kingdom)

Elizabeth Mosquera (Venezuela)

Personally, the five ladies I see fighting tooth and nail for the crown are Krista Kleiner of the Philippines, Etsuko Kanagae of Japan, Lilian Lopes of Brazil, Lucie Smatanova of Czech Republic and Elizabeth Mosquera of Venezuela. My sentimental favorite, of course, is Krista Kleiner since I want her to win the Philippines’ 5th Miss International title. If fate has it otherwise, though, I wouldn’t mind seeing Etsuko Kanagae clinching her country’s first-ever Miss International win in the pageant’s 50-year history. 😉

Let’s vote for Krista Kleiner as Miss International 2010’s Miss Popularity!

Posted by Norman on November 2, 2010
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Here’s a direct LINK to the voting site.


video courtesy of YouTube/utubesapuet

Reigning Miss International Anagabriela Espinosa (center) poses with some of the candidates, including Miss Philippines Krista Kleiner (2nd from right).

The steps above are easy to follow. Let’s show our support for our candidate! 😉

Krista Kleiner leads in Global Beauties’ ranking for Miss International 2010

Posted by Norman on October 29, 2010
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Miss Philippines Krista Kleiner is the current leader in the ranking of Miss International 2010 candidates as conducted by Global Beauties. Go Krista!

Miss Philippines Krista Kleiner is proving that she is one of the most popular and beautiful among the 68 ladies vying for Miss International 2010. Global Beauties is acknowledging that by putting her on top of their latest rankings.

Miss Philippines Krista Kleiner looking amused at a lotus feet shoe during the Grand Foot Ceremony in Chengdu.

Hopefully, she doesn’t lose steam and continues to impress everyone within the next 10 days before the Golden Anniversary winner of Miss International gets crowned on November 7.

Go, go, go, Krista! 😉