Philippines fails to move on to Top 10 at the 69th Miss Universe

By Camille Santiago

Published May 17, 2021 9:43 am Updated May 17, 2021 10:11 am

Rabiya Mateo failed to make it to the Top 10 at the Miss Universe pageant, while Costa Rica, Mexico, and Brazil advance to the next step.

Costa Rica, Mexico, and Brazil bested more than 74 other candidates during the pageant’s final night on Monday morning (Sunday in USA) held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.

The other countries that made it to the list were Jamaica, Dominican Republic, India, Peru, Australia, Puerto Rico, and Thailand.

From the Top 10, five candidates will make it to the next round. The winner of the 69th Miss Universe pageant will take home the $5 million Mouawad Power of Unity crown.

Photo courtesy of Miss Universe/Benjamin Askinas

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Camille Santiago

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Camille covers fashion, beauty, and entertainment for PhilSTAR L!fe. She also dabbles in fashion styling on the side.