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HIGHLIGHTS: Miss Universe Philippines 2024 coronation night

By PhilSTAR L!fe Published May 22, 2024 7:39 pm

It's time for a new Miss Universe Philippines to be crowned!

This May 22, the most exciting night for Filipino pageant fans is finally happening as the grand coronation of Miss Universe Philippines 2024 is taking place at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

The organization will choose who among its 53 delegates will be the next one to wear the coveted crown and succeed the reign of Michelle Dee, who emerged victorious in last year's competition.

Following the preliminary gala night, where the queens stunned in swimsuits and evening gowns, they are now expected to be narrowed down until they get to the question and answer portion, after which the winning queen will be named.

The fifth edition of the pageant will be hosted by Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel, TV personality Jeannie Mai, actor Alden Richards, actress Gabbi Garcia, and TV and radio host Tim Yap.

Audiences will be entertained by performances from Filipino international drag race icon Marina Summers, OPM pop band Lola Amour, and Thai superstar Win Metawin.

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Chelsea Manalo is Miss Universe 2024

Bulacan bet Chelsea Anne Manalo has been named Miss Universe Philippines 2024. She will go on to represent the country at the international pageant to be held in Mexico.

Cainta's Stacey Daniella Gabriel and Quezon Province bet Ahtisa Manalo are first- and second runner-ups, respectively.

Baguio's Justine Tarah Marie Valencia was named third runner-up, while Taguig's Christi Lynn McGarry was hailed fourth runner-up.

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MUPH 2023 Michelle Dee ends her reign in her final walk

Michelle Dee bids farewell to her reign as Miss Universe Philippines as she took her final walk.

The Makai beauty queen wore the Apo Whang-Od-inspired gown by Mark Bumgarner that she also donned at the Miss Universe pageant in 2023.

In her farewell speech, Michelle thanked her supporters throughout her journey.

"My best advice is to move and live with purpose. Be certain of who you are, and who you are here. The Crown will always be a symbol of triumph. But win or lose, it's the lives that you that will really make a difference," she said.

MUPH Top Five candidates strive to impress in Q&A portion

In one of the pageant’s most significant rounds, the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Top Five candidates displayed their intelligence and wit in the question-and-answer portion of the pageant.

The questions aimed to delve more into the wit and passion of the aspirants, such as how their biggest achievement improved them, the greatest lessons they've learned, how they've inspired other women, how they would use beauty and confidence to empower others, and how they try to overcome their biggest challenge as a Filipino woman.

MUPH Top 5 queens revealed

The candidates are one step closer to the crown as the top 5 MUPH queens are announced by R'Bonney, Alden, and Jeannie.

Delegates moving on to the next round include:

  1. Quezon Province- Maria Ahtisa Manalo
  2. Baguio- Justine Tarah Marie Valencia
  3. Cainta- Stacey Daniella Gabriel
  4. Bulacan- Chelsea Anne Manalo
  5. Taguig- Christi Lynn McGarry

The top 10 candidates stun in their evening gowns

It’s all glitz and oozing confidence as the MUPh 2024 Top 10 candidates walked the stage in their dazzling dresses during the evening gown segment at the coronation night. 

Each candidate made sure to stand out with their charm and specially made gowns by their chosen designers.

The segment also featured a special performance by Thai actor Win Metawin. 

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Michelle Dee feels 'nostalgic' being on the stage of Miss Universe Philippines 2024

Miss Universe 2023 titleholder Michelle Dee could not help but feel nostalgic in returning to the stage of the SM Mall of Asia Arena where she first won her crown.

"I am feeling so much nostalgia, it was this very stage that I had to compete for the crown twice in a row, so obviously I have a lot of memories here. But I do have to say it's very nice to be answering questions and knowing that it's not scored, so I am definitely loving that for this competition," Michelle said.

Regarding her reign for the past year, the beauty queen from Makati City said, "It's really the value of hardwork and knowing why you were here, what is your purpose, because to compete for the crown, it's not easy, it's not all rainbows and butterflies. There are a lot of ups and downs, good, bad, ugly, but if you divery back into why you are here, then you can do anything."

Michelle said that some of her unforgottable moments during her reign was when she was greeted by her fellow Filipinos after she came back home from the global competition in El Salvador.

She also emphasized that she didn't join the Miss Universe pageant to become famous, but to try to positively impact everyone around her.

Michelle advised aspiring queens to have "hardwork, dedication, passion, and most importantly, love for your country."

"I know this has been a very long and tedious journey but it will be all well worth it as long as you put training, you trust your training, you trust core group, and on this very stage on this very night, destiny will have your back," she continued.

Miss Universe Philippines 2024 picks its Top 10 semifinalists

After the delegates stunned in the swimsuit competition, the Miss Universe Philippines pageant has now announced the Top 10 queens who stood out above the rest and will be one step closer to the crown.

After they were called, they were also asked by hosts Gabbi Garcia and Jeannie Mai some fun icebreaker questions for the audience to get to know them more, such as their favorite ice cream, what they do to feel better during their bad days, among others.

The queens are:

  1. Cebu- Kris Tiffany Janson
  2. Iloilo City- Alexie Mae Brooks
  3. Bulacan- Chelsea Anne Manalo
  4. Taguig- Christi Lynn McGarry
  5. Bacoor- Kim-Victoria Vincent
  6. Pampanga- Cyrille Payumo
  7. Quezon- Maria Ahtisa Manalo
  8. Cainta- Stacey Daniella Gabriel
  9. Zambales- Anita Rose Gomez
  10. Baguio- Justine Tarah Marie Valencia

MUPH 2024 candidates sizzle in swimwear

MUPH candidates heat things up as they walked the runway for the Swimsuit Competition. The queens strut to a live performance of Raining in Manila and Fallen by rock band Lola Amour.

The delegates donned gold swimsuits paired with shoes by Jojo Bragais. 

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Miss Universe Philippines 2024 narrows down candidates to the Top 20

From a sizable number of 53 delegates, the Miss Universe Philippines pageant has now announced the queens who will be moving on to the next round, narrowing them down to the Top 20.

The Top 20 queens include:

  1. Nueva Ecija- Maica Martinez (Miss Bingo Plus) 
  2. Iloilo City- Alexie Mae Brooks (Up Close and Personal Challenge winner) 
  3. Leyte- Angel Rose Tambal (Runway Challenge winner) 
  4. Hawaii- Patricia Bianca Tapia (Swimsuit Challenge winner)  
  5. Tacloban- Tamara Ocier (Casting Commercial Challenge winner) 
  6. Pampanga- Cyrille Payumo
  7. United Kingdom- Christina Chalk
  8. Quezon- Maria Ahtisa Manalo
  9. Cebu- Kris Tiffany Janson
  10. Bacoor- Kim-Victoria Vincent
  11. Northern California- Kayla Jean Carter
  12. Baguio- Justine Tarah Marie Valencia
  13. Laguna- Alexandra Mae Rosales
  14. Cainta- Stacey Daniella Gabriel
  15. Zambales- Anita Rose Gomez
  16. Palawan- Raven Hate Doctor
  17. Taguig- Christi Lynn McGarry
  18. Australia- Kymberlee Street
  19. Bulacan- Chelsea Anne Manalo
  20. Pasig- Selena Alexis Antonio-Reyes

MUPH 2024 Selection Committee unveiled

This year's selection committee includes the president and COO of Philippine Airlines captain Stanley Ng, Vice President of GMA Sparkle Joy Marcelo, Chair of AGC Power Holdings Archie Carrasco, and COO of Kemans Skincare and founder of the Icon Clinic Vina Yapjuanco.

Also sitting as judges are Chairman of Digiplus Interactive Eusebio H. Tanco, MUPH 2021 Beatrice Luigi Gomez, CFO of O Skin Care Jason Co, COO of Aqua Boracay Carlo Co, MUPH 2013 Ariella Arida, and CEO of Villa Medica and Jell Life Crystal Jacinto.

Jeannie Mai yells 'Mabuhay Philippines'

Joining her are hosts actor Alden Richards and Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel who welcomed the crowd with wide smiles to this year’s edition of the pageant. 

Alden donned a classic black suit, while R’Bonney donned a stunning purple gown with silhouettes that resembled a flower.  

The two then welcomed American TV presenter Jeannie Mai, who greeted the crowd with an energetic "Mabuhay Philippines!" 

Actress Gabbi Garcia and TV and radio host Tim Yap serve as the backstage hosts. 

Marina Summers performs 'AMAFILIPINA'

The Miss Universe Philippines 2024 pageant opened with 2023 titleholder Michelle Dee walking the runway before RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs. The World top 4 queen Marina Summers took the stage.

The Pinay drag queen performed 'AMAFILIPINA' donning a sparkly silver body suit.

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As she sang, the candidates walked the stage and later introduced themselves.

There will be five crowns for this year's pageant

We're just moments away from meeting the new Miss Universe Philippines queen! 

Aside from the coveted Miss Universe Philippines title, the pageant will also crown four other titles;
the Miss Supranational Philippines crown, the Miss Charm Philippines crown, the Miss Eco International Philippines crown, and the Miss Cosmo Philippines crown. 

The coronation night is currently being held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.