Miss Philippines wins Miss Universe 2018! Congrats to Catriona Gray for making for Filipinos around the world proud as you bagged the crow! Catriona competed against 94 contestants from various countriesShe was an early favourite among experts and fans from around the world and she has won the hearts of many when she was declared the Miss Universe.
This is the 4th instance that the country has managed to get the crown.
Below is her answer during the final Questions & Answer:
Miss Philippines 2018 is the New Miss Universe!
American comedian and TV host, Steve Harvey. He also hosted the last 3 years. Last year, South Africa won the title and she has passed on the crown to Catriona in a wonderful victory.
Below you can watch the full video of the pageant night:
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Here are some pictures of Miss Philippines, Catriona Gray from her IG account:
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LUZVIMINDA: “Magdiwang. Lumaban. Pagyamanin.” ??✨ LUZON– MAGDIWANG” (Celebrate): The island group of LUZON is represented by the world-renowned “PAROL/CHRISTMAS LANTERN” from the province of Pampanga with a BRASS BORDER designed and made in Apalit, Pampanga (inspired by designs from the Philippine Baroque Churches that were declared as UNESCO Heritage Sites) At the back of the PAROL is a PAINTING with INSCRIPTION of the lyrics from “LUPANG HINIRANG”, the Philippines’ National Anthem written in Baybayin (Ancient Filipino Alphabet) that literally translates to: “Lupang hinirang, Duyan ka ng magiting, Sa manlulupig Di ka pasisiil. Sa dagat at bundok, Sa simoy at sa langit mong bughaw.” The PAINTING also highlighted victories, festivals, events, heroes and national icons with a style inspired by the works of Philippine National Artist Carlos “Botong” Francisco, a native of the Art Capital of the Philippines, Angono, Rizal in Luzon. VISAYAS–LUMABAN” (Fight): The island group of VISAYAS is represented by a body suit with authentic “tattoo designs” embellished with crystals derived from patterns used by the “PINTADOS” who are indigenous peoples found in various islands in this part of the Philippines. The tattoo patterns are authentic and based from the manusript “BOXER CODEX” written in 1590. The tattoos represent an individual’s journey and a public testimony recounting acts of combat, bravery, and strength, that perfectly represents the courageous and resilient Filipino spirit amidst trials we face in this day and age. MINDANAO– “PAGYAMANIN” (Enrich): The island group of MINDANAO is represented by an authentic “HEADPIECE & BRASS ACCESSORIES” from the province of South Cotabato and customized KNEE-HIGH BOOTS with embroidered designs inspired by different indigenous textile patterns from the southern part of the Philippines, namely: Inaul, Yakan, Maranao, B’laan, Bagobo, Tausug and T’nalak. The woven textiles express a strong belief in “ancestral and natural spirits” and “cultural roots” of indigenous communities that remain well-preserved up to this day. Pilipinas, para sa iyo ang lahat ng ito. ?? @missuniverse ? @benjaminaskinas
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Watch the full performance show of the National Costume below:
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Below is the performance during the preliminary show:
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