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Miss World 2013 Megan Young for #BreakFreePH

Posted by Norman on March 8, 2021
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Women of the 21st Century Transcend to Break Free

MANDALUYONG CITY (March 8, 2021). – March is Women’s Month, and today’s women transcend to break free from the past. Leading this clarion call for women to break free include Miss World 2013 Megan Young and Miss Trans Global 2020 Mela Habijan.

Together with the community volunteers, Megan and Mela headline Transcend by LoveYourself’s women empowerment segment of its latest campaign, #BreakFreePH. This campaign hopes to inspire ciswomen and transgender people to fight off the stigma surrounding sexual health and ensure their holistic well-being. Women deserve to be taken care of and respected even for their sexual health choices.

Filipinos should also continually welcome newer perspectives and create more inclusive actions for all genders. Megan and Mela, whose purposes are beyond their beauty and title, aim to enable voiceless women to break free from any form of abuse, discrimination, and violence.

In the #BreakFreePH campaign video (http://bit.ly/MeganBreakFreePH), Megan emphasized that society is never just a man’s world and that empowered women are no different. As women of the 21st century, “We are not limited by our sex and physical built,” Megan stressed.

Mela, a woman of trans experience, underscored that trans women are valid and refuse to be seen differently. She mentioned that transgender people can fulfill roles regardless of gender, such as being parents, having a business, or being in anything they choose to pursue.
Mela highlighted that trans people definitely exist as an essential part of the country’s developing society. “We are not limited by our gender transition,” she firmly said on another #BreakFreePH campaign video (http://bit.ly/MelaBreakFreePH).

Lastly, the #BreakFreePH also discussed gender-related socio-political issues concerning all women like physical abuse, verbal assault, rape, hate crimes, psychological violence, and killings.

Aside from women empowerment, the #BreakFreePH campaign has three more pillars: sexual health, gender-affirming hormone therapy, and women and trans health services under Victoria by LoveYourself community center.

HIV advocate Janlee Dungca, Cebuana vlogger Alem Garcia and trans man Nick Escalderon will also take part in the campaign to promote the holistic well-being of trans people, especially for their gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) and health-related issues about transitioning.

Transcend by LoveYourself was established in 2020 to address the lack of services catered for trans health issues such as biomedical transitioning and ciswomen’s sexual concerns. It was finally made into fruition in view of expanding the services offered in the country’s first community-led transgender health center called Victoria by LoveYourself. This community center offers free gender-sensitive HIV testing and transition counseling and consultation services, among others.

QUEENtuhan with Miss World 2013 Megan Young

Posted by Norman on July 1, 2020
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Were you able to catch the #QUEENtuhan Live episode of Pia Wurtzbach, Carla Lizardo and Bianca Guidotti with Miss World 2013 Megan Young?

If not, then head over to the Trypod Network to watch or click on the video below.

Makeup by Carissa Cielo Medved

Miss World 2008 to 2019: How they answered their final questions that led to winning the crown

Posted by Norman on April 28, 2020
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The Miss World titleholders from 2008-2019 (Credit: Thailandpageant)

We have always followed the Final Q&A of Miss Universe and how the eventual winner of each year delivered her answer on the way to the crown. For today, let us review Miss World and how the titleholders from 2008 to 2019 (Ksenia Sukhinova to Toni-Ann Singh) handled their final speeches or questions that sealed the victory for each one of them.

I would appreciate if you can give your thoughts after, dear readers.

Now here is the winning answer of the reigning titleholder Toni-Ann Singh of Jamaica.

Miss Universe 2013: Venezuela celebrates its 7th crown in Russia

Posted by Norman on April 18, 2020
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA – NOVEMBER 09: Maria Gabriela Isler of Venezuela poses after her win at Miss Universe Pageant Competition 2013 on November 9, 2013 in Moscow, Russia. (Photo by Victor Boyko/WireImage)

MOSCOW, RUSSIA – NOVEMBER 09: Gabriela Isler walks the stage as the newly crowned Miss Universe during the Miss Universe Pageant Competition 2013 on November 9, 2013 in Moscow, Russia. (Photo by Victor Boyko/Getty Images)

MOSCOW, RUSSIA – NOVEMBER 09: Gabriela Isler and Patricia Yurena Rodriguez await the judges’ decision during the Miss Universe Pageant Competition 2013 on November 9, 2013 in Moscow, Russia. (Photo by Victor Boyko/Getty Images)

Photo by Victor Boyko/Getty Images

The first time I learned that Miss Universe 2013 will be held in Russia, my level of excitement jacked up several notches. With Bb. Pilipinas celebrating its 50th Anniversary that same year, knowing that Miss Universe Philippines Ariella Arida will fly to Moscow for the competition was more than enough to make me anticipate her mission. And true to my expectations then, she built friendships with some of the important candidates in the batch after she got short-listed all the time with a select group for extra pre-pageant activities. One of them was eventual 1st Runner-Up Patricia Yurena Rodríguez of Spain. And the other one is the big winner herself – Gabriela Isler of Venezuela. All three of them made it to the Top 5, and I was once more hoping that our representative would clinch the elusive 2nd Runner-Up position to make them the Top 3. Nevertheless, I was happy that she was named 3rd Runner-Up – a continuation of our streak in the annual event.

Photo by Alexander Tamargo/WireImage

I have always said that Gabriela Isler is one of my all-time favorite Miss Venezuela winners because she constantly exuded a grounded and accessible self that made her such a charmer who can make anyone feel at ease with her presence. And I bet the MUO had one of the most pleasant working relationships with her as well. After winning in Russia, she seriously buckled up for the demands of the crown. She ticked all the boxes in terms of travel requirements and public appearances.

I was pleased when Gabriela attended the Miss Russia 2014 finals with our very own Miss World 2013 Megan Young (left photo). But I was more pleased when she travelled to the Philippines to raise funds for the Typhoon Yolanda victims – something which brought her even closer to the hearts of the Filipinos.

Long after her reign, Gabriela founded the Universe of Blessings Fund which is a charity organization devoted to female empowerment and counseling. And on the pageant side, she evolved even further when she assumed the National Directorship of Miss Venezuela – a position where she succeeded the popular beauty queen maker, Osmel Sousa.

Last January, 2019, Gabriela was brought to the Philippines once more by Miss World Philippines Organization National Director Arnold Vegafria to check on potential career opportunities in local showbiz. I’m not certain if talks and negotiations prospered, but it was a joy to see her in the flesh once more.

Gabriela attended the Miss Universe 2019 finals in Atlanta, Georgia last December.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – DECEMBER 08: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY) Miss Universe 2013 Gabriela Isler attends the 2019 Miss Universe Pageant at Tyler Perry Studios on December 08, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Miss World 2013: When the Philippines finally won

Posted by Norman on April 12, 2020
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Miss World 2013 Megan Young (Photo by Anthony Harvey/Getty Images)

Photo by Ed Wray/Getty Images

Photo by Ed Wray/Getty Images

(Photo by Ed Wray/Getty Images)

This victory was a long time coming for the Philippines. And on the night of September 28, 2013 at the Nusa Dua Convention Center in Bali, Indonesia, the blue crown finally landed on the head of a Philippine representative. Megan Young had ended the country’s search for the very first win in the beauty pageant that started back in 1951.

After more than six long decades of trying, it was definitely worth the wait. And how! Miss World 2013 can be considered as one of the grandest editions of the competition ever. This was also when the transition from having a beach beauty segment (where only select candidates participated with sarongs covering the lower part of their bodies) to having no swimsuits at all the following year.

And you can relive the entire event below.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – OCTOBER 11: Filipinos welcome home the recently crowned Miss World 2013, Megan Young, in Makati city on October 11, 2013 in Manila, Philippines. The 23-year-old actress and Television actress is the Philippines’ first ever Miss World winner. (Photo by Dondi Tawatao/Getty Images)

Miss World 2013 Megan Young returned to a hero’s welcome in the country. And despite the rains last October 11, the people came out in droves to wave and cheer the achievememt. Julia Morley was also on Cloud 9 at the time, seeing how rapturous and overwhelming the homecoming parade turned out. She was definitely pleased with giving us the crown at just the right time.

And like a Mother to her newborn, Julia showered Megan with love and guidance throughout the reign.

Photo by Aaron Romero/NurPhoto) (Photo by NurPhoto/Corbis via Getty Images

From there, Megan took to heart a promise of being the best Miss World ever. She fulfilled a year-long stint that was productive and rewarding for both her and the organization. As a result, she continues to take part in events of Miss World up to this day – be it hosting, charity work or personal appearances.

Now married to actor Mikael Daez, she continues to be a cool inspiration to many beauty queens, pageant aspirants and even showbiz upstarts – smart, well-spoken and always updated.

In my opinion, it might take long before another Filipina is crowned Miss World. But who knows? A second one will serendipitously come in less time than we had to wait for the first one. And hopefully, it will also be in everyone’s lifetime. Or at least to everyone who savored the sweetest victory that was Miss World 2013.

Happy Easter to one and all!

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Happy Birthday, Megan Young-Daez!

Posted by Norman on February 27, 2020
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Big shoutout to the one and only Filipina Queen who has won the Miss World crown for the Philippines.

#HappyBirthday, Megan Young-Daez!

As you celebrate another day of abundance of love and excellent coffee in your house, Happy super-duper Birthday filled with enough of good things in life to last you a lifetime.

Watch: Miss World 2013 Megan Young and her wedding/reception gown fittings

Posted by Norman on January 27, 2020
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In the Patricia Santos wedding gown

In the Boom Sason reception gown

I can’t help but share the video below because it shows so much of Miss World 2013 Megan Young’s class and simple taste. No wonder her wedding with Mikael Daez drew more positive comments than otherwise.

Megan Young is now Mrs. Mikael Daez!

Posted by Norman on January 25, 2020
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Look who tied the knot today in Subic – Miss World 2013 Megan Young and actor Mikael Daez!

Congratulations to the two of you! May the union be blessed with wonderful children and may the love stay that way forever!

#meganyoung

Miss World 2013 Megan Young to co-host Miss World 2019

Posted by Norman on December 11, 2019
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You should already know by now that our Miss World 2013 Megan Young will be co-hosting the Finals of Miss World 2019 that will take place at ExCel London this coming Saturday, December 14.

In the meantime, here are her London photos so far. Loving her looks!

Below, she was photographed with Miss World Philippines 2019 Michelle Dee during the Charity Gala Dinner of Miss World 2019 held at indigo at The O2 in London.

Michelle is wearing an Albert Andrada gown with earrings by Christopher E Munar. Styling by Francis Chee.

By the way, the Finals will be aired at 10:20pm this coming Saturday on GMA-7.

Our International Beauty Queens for SEA Games 2019

Posted by Norman on November 30, 2019
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Megan and Pia


If you missed the live broadcast of the Opening Ceremony of the 30th Southeast Asian Games at the Philippine Arena, eleven of our international beauty queens paraded with the eleven participating nations in the biennial regional sporting event that drew a full house in the gigantic venue.

Pia Wurtzbach, Megan Young, Precious Lara Quigaman, Karen Gallman, Jamie Herrell, Angelia Ong, Karen Ibasco, Cynthia Thomalla, Sharifa Akeel, Jannie Alipo-on and Sophia Senorom added World-Class Beauty to the proceedings when they led each of the SEA Games nations during the parade onstage.

Just in case you missed it, you can watch below: