In a bold move that has electrified the online community, Anne Curtis is making waves after taking a stand on the controversial 2024 Philippine budget, following damning remarks from former Department of Finance Undersecretary Cielo Magno. Curtis shared a gripping interview on her X account where Magno, now a UP School of Economics associate professor,…
In a dazzling ceremony that left spectators breathless, Tarah Valencia has officially been crowned Miss Supranational Philippines 2025! This rising star, a Cum Laude graduate in Tourism Management from the University of Baguio, is set to take the beauty pageant world by storm, bringing the vibrant culture of her hometown to the global stage. Hailing…
Miss Myanmar, Ma Phyu Phyu, just beginning her journey in pageantry, captured hearts worldwide at Miss Grand International 2024, earning the 2nd Runner-Up title. Despite her young age, Ma Phyu Phyu displayed remarkable poise and authenticity, stepping away from the stage in an emotional moment that highlighted the courage it takes to stand tall in…
In a stunning twist that left netizens and pageant enthusiasts gasping, Miss Philippines Ahtisa Manalo—a heavy favorite to win the crown—fell short of expectations, finishing only in the Top 10. Known for her fiery presence and regal grace, many believed Ahtisa was bound for the final showdown. But when the Top 5 was announced, her…
On Sunday, October 05, 2024, Ahtisa Manalo proudly represented the Philippines, securing a spot in the Top 10 of Miss Cosmo 2024, held in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Advancing to the Top 5 were the delegates from Indonesia, Peru, Thailand, USA, Vietnam.
Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios has been crowned the new Miss Universe. Palacios, 23, was named the winner of the 72nd Miss Universe competition on Saturday night in San Salvador, El Salvador. She was crowned by R’Bonney Gabriel, the ninth American woman to win Miss Universe. In second place was Miss Thailand Anntonia Porsild, followed by Miss Australia…
As a new queen is set to be crowned Miss Universe 2023 on Sunday, Nov. 19 (Philippine time), online pageant site Missosology has revealed their final picks for the finals—and it includes the Philippines’ very own Michelle Dee. The 72nd edition of the prestigious pageant concluded its preliminary swimsuit, evening gown, and national costume segments earlier this week, taking the 84 delegates…
A captivating tribute to her legendary mother, Melanie Marquez, who was Miss International 1979, Michelle Dee was presented with an evening gown created by Mark Bumgarner, a Filipino fashion designer, during the Miss Universe Preliminary Evening Gown Competition. The evening gown was not just a dress, but a conscious attempt to pay homage to a…
As the fight of our country’s Michelle Dee for the Miss Universe pageant is approaching, her mother, Miss International 1979 Melanie Marquez, once again expressed her all-out support. Recently, the VIVA FILIPINAS interviewed the veteran beauty queen where she recalled the preparation for the pageant she once participated in in Tokyo. “I studied Japanese so…
Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee will go to El Salvador this October 31. A public send-off will be held at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 for the departure of the Pinay beauty queen and everyone is encouraged to attend and join in. The coronation night of Miss Universe will be held…