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Monday, June 30, 2014

Raymond SaldaƱa captures 2014 Miss Universe Philippines MJ Lastimosa

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2014 Miss Universe Philippines Mary Jean Lastimosa

I recently had the chance to see one of the latest pictures of 2014 Miss Universe Philippines Mary Jean Lastimosa captured by Raymond Saldana. I can see a lady who wants to win it all and bag the crown after four successful Top 5 placements. I like this picture because it didn't have to be overdone, she has the soft touch that enables her to have that Latina vibe.

How many likes for our bet? 


Sunday, June 29, 2014

Will it be a B2B? (Bea to Bianca)


Amongst the 5 crowned beauties of Bb. Pilipinas 2014, Bianca Guidotti may be the earliest Binibini be given a send-off by Bb. Pilipinas Charities. The road she will be taken is quite steep, a back to back as most Filipinos wish which has not happened in the history of Miss International with Bea Rose Santiago as the reigning queen.

Bianca, Yvethe (Bb. Pilipinas Supranational) and Laura (1st Runner Up) are all in the guidance of John Cuay who will leave no stones unturned in this Japan competition. Will it be a B2B as in Back-to-Back or Bea to Bianca? That we may have  to wait... (keeping my fingers and legs crossed).

John Spainhour for Men's Health Magazine

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Mr. World Philippines John Spainhour has been back from Torquay and life seemed to have returned back to normal. Men's Health decided to use the 2014 representative as the cover boy of this month's magazine. It would be nice to learn how to be fit like this Ex-Marine and get to know him apart as a model and as our representative this year.

Grab your copies from bookstores and news stands nationwide. 
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Saturday, June 28, 2014

Glennifer Perido: Another shot with Mutya ng Pilipinas 2014

Photo: Ikaw na ba ang hinahanap na Mutya?

I have not come across the Mutya ng Pilipinas 2014 screening after knowing that only one crown will be given this year, but names had been really familiar to me, one lady who has been shouting "I am the next Mutya" is Glennifer Perido. 

Glennifer is not new to pageants, she competed in Bb. Pilipinas 2011 and was almost close to the title in the Miss Philippines Earth 2012 where she was hailed as Miss Philippines Earth Air 2012 behind Miss Earth Air 2012 Stephany Stefanowitz. Giving Mutya a try is something she actually deserves for her beauty speaks of an international representation, it may be a hard task but this beauty is definitely up to the challenge when she makes it as an official candidate. 

Misters of the Philippines 2014 Pageant is On!

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The first Misters of the Philippines for 2014 is quite similar to Bb. Pilipinas as its selects 4 male representatives to 4 international pageants: Mister International (to be held in Korea), Mister Global (to be held in Thailand), Mister Tourism International (scheduled in Panama) and Mister Model International (scheduled in Dominican Republic).

Interested applicants must be 18-29 years old and with a minimum height of 5'10" and above. All interested applicants must signify their intention to: philippinemisters@gmail.com with Name, age, height and contact numbers indicated in the letters with recent photos (close-up and full body). 

Callback will be on July 5, 2014.

Previous titleholders are Gil Wagas (Mister International 4th Runner Up), Wilfred Placencia (Mister Global 2014 4th Runner Up) and Erwin Trinidad (Mister Tourism International Finalist). Finals is set on September 2014. 
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Friday, June 27, 2014

Stephany Stefanowitz: Busy Queen Life after Miss Earth 2012

If there's one thing that holds through to beauty queens, it might be the tag line, "Once a Queen, always a Queen", which is an attribute that holds through with Miss Earth Air 2012 Stephany Stefanowitz. Steph had a blissful reign as Miss Philippines Earth 2012 and Miss Earth Air 2012 where she had the chance to travel with then reigning winner, Tereza Fajksova to various countries representing the Miss Earth Foundation. After turning over the Miss Earth Air duties to Miss Earth Austria Katia Wagner, Stephany had her hands full with endorsements and as well as promoting Miss Quezon City and becoming a COO of Miss Global Philippines.

Miss Quezon City is a celebration of the Diamond Anniversary of the cityhood of Quezon City. They are still accepting their applications and had their hands full promoting with QC Mayor Herbert Bautista.

On the other hand, Miss Global Philippines is a pageant that breaks the stereotypes of other tourism pageants, it allows equality as they accept single and single moms as applicants ages 18-27 years old. The cause of Miss Global Philippines is to give importance to the country's initiatives and to represent the country to the world proudly. Steph leads the Miss Global Philippines Foundation along with Ms. Pauline Laping.

Indeed, it was a fulfilling reign for Miss Philippines Earth 2012 and Miss Earth 2012 1st RU Stephany Stefanowitz, regardless of how hard she was bashed during her competition days, people will remember her as a beauty queen who went more than her purpose.

Do bookmark my blog for more updates on Stephany Stefanowitz and Miss Global Philippines here.

One Crown for Mutya ng Pilipinas 2014

 

The question has been answered, only one lady is to be crowned in the 2014 edition of Mutya ng Pilipinas and will be sent to Miss Tourism International after the Mutya group lost the Miss Intercontinental franchise to BPCI this year.

Angeli Dione Gomez will definitely be the highlight of the coronation night as the reigning Miss Tourism International 13/14, but what about Andrea Koreen Medina who was crowned as Mutya ng Pilipinas Asia Pacific International and was the representative to Miss Intercontinental 2013 pageant? Will she be given the farewell walk that she also deserves?


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Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Kc Halili wins Miss Manila 2014


The revival of Miss Manila 2014 concluded in its Finals Night held last June 24, 2014 at the PICC Plenary Hall. 25 year old Krischelle Halili (center), a product of Bb. Pilipinas 2014 won the crown and will be Manila's Brand Ambassador from 2014 up to mid - 2015.

Miss Manila 2014 Winner KC Halili with Miss Universe 1969 Gloria Diaz, Dra. Loi Ejercito and Manila Mayor Erap Estrada




Miss Manila 2014 1st Runner Up - Princess Abella


Miss Manila 2014 2nd Runner Up - Angelia Ong 


 
Miss Manila 3rd Runner Up - Kayesha Chua 

Miss Manila 4th Runner Up - Julian Aurine Flores 


The pageant was for the benefit of the MARE Foundation in Tondo, Manila chaired by Dra. Loi Ejercito. Congratulations to Kc! 



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Friday, June 20, 2014

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Queens at Uniqlo

Last June 12, 2014, the 7 Reigning Queens of Bb. Pilipinas were part of the ribbon cutting ceremony of Uniqlo. Mary Jean, Bianca, Parul, Yvethe, Kris, Laura and Hannah ushered in the customers of the famous clothing brand. Here are some photos:





Images owned by: Bb. Pilipinas Official Facebook Page 
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Wednesday, June 18, 2014

Be the next to Megan Young in the 2014 Miss World Philippines

Who's next after Megan?

After 3 successful editions with Gwendoline Ruais (2011 Miss World 1st Princess), Queenie Rehman (2012 Miss World Semifinalist) and reigning Miss World 2013 Megan Young, Cory Quirino's Global Quest, franchise owner of Miss World in the Philippines announces that the 4th Edition of Miss World Philippines is open for applications until July 25, 2014.

There are a lot of names floating to be joining the contest with Valerie Weignmann (A&Q), Hannah Mariz Dela Guerra (A&Q and former Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Candidate), Lorraine Kendrickson (Kagandahang Flores), Michelle Gavagan (KF) and a returnee by the name of Jaysel Arrozal.


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Mr. World 2013 1st RU Andrew Wolff speaks on behalf of Cory Quirino



Mr World 2013 1st Runner Up Andrew James Wolff has shared in his fanpage (that somehow caused the confusion on who is behind that if it was him or John) a message for those blaming Cory Quirino regarding the late selection of John Spainhour as delegate in Mr World 2014.

Your blogger would also like to note that we cannot compare Andrew and John's time because they are totally of different identities and the Multimedia Award, won by Wolff in 2013 was because of the quality of the video and not the number of likes. (Your blogger is also there monitoring his fanpage throughout the contest).

We would also like to commend Andrew for stepping up in training for Sam Adjani, 2015 Mr World Philippines to go and represent the country to win. The message was also to prove that Spainhour had the potential and had their been more time, would have a better placement in Mr World 2014.



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Pinoy to train Miss Grand Thailand Winners


The recent Miss Grand Thailand is a proof of the respect Filipino's get through pageantry, the five winners last night of the pageant will be having a 10 day training with Gouldian Atelier headed by Pawee Ventura and Macoy Manlapaz.

If the name does ring a bell, Macoy was behind Miss Supranational 2013 Mutya Johanna Datul and Miss Asia Pacific World 2014 May Myat Noe 
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Sunday, June 15, 2014

Thank You John Spainhour, Hello Sam Adjani!


Mr. World 2014 is done, there is now this successor of Francisco Escobar which is Nicklas Perdersen.

While Filipinos think (including me) that 2014 Mr World Philippines John Spainhour deserves at least a Top 10 finish, we believe that the lesser fast track events that he was able to join with became a factor in the non-inclusion. But still, our biggest thank you to John Spainhour for representing the country well, the experience of being able to join Mr World is actually priceless - meeting new friends, seeing Torquay's culture and making a mark in to your homeland.

Now, all eyes are to Sam Adjani, who was declared as the 2015 Mr. World Philippines, this addresses the concern people had with Spainhour, who had just weeks to prepare for the contest, Adjani can take advantage of months or close to a year as preparation. He can also address on becoming stronger with the Extreme Sports or participate in the Talent Competition (cross fingers).

Mr World will become an annual contest instead of a biennial format, I know Cory Quirino, National Director for Mr and Miss World Philippines will address any issues with the next delegate. As for now, Thank You John Spainhour for the representation of the Philippines and goodluck to Sam Adjani for next year. 

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Mr. World 2014 Results


The Search for the World's Most Desirable Man ends on the 15th of June 2014 where Francisco Escobar Parra 2012/13 Mr. World crowns his successor at the end of the event.

Miss World 2013 Megan Young and former Mr. World Canada Frankie Cena are the hosts of the event while Miss World Australia Erin Holland sits as one of the judges.

Mr. World 2014 - Nicklas Perdersen (Denmark)
1st Runner Up - Emmanuel Ikubese (Nigeria)
2nd Runner Up - Jose Pablo Minor (Mexico)

Fast-Track Events Winners
Talent - Zuemarik Veeris (Curacao)
Multimedia - Demian Overduijn (Netherlands)
Sports - Nicklas Perdersen (Denmark)
Extreme Sports - Valerie Gutu (Moldova)
Fashion and Style - Emmanuel Ikubese (Nigeria)

Mr. World Philippines John Spainhour was unplaced in this event.

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Saturday, June 14, 2014

Lawsuit between Miss Grand Thailand and Miss Earth Thailand Organization

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Punika Kulsoontornrut may not crown her successor due to the current lawsuit filed by Organizer IQ Limited which may seem to loss its rights of holding Miss Earth Thailand contest as Nawat Itsaragrisil, president of Miss Grand International  seemed to be the new franchise owner of Miss Earth Thailand. 

Organizer IQ Limited, the organization responsible for organizing Miss Earth Thailand reportedly ask 48 million baht for violation to the agreement. According to them they have the right to send Miss Earth delegates from 2013 to 2017. Punika Kulsoontornrut is a titleholder under Organizer IQ Limited.

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Miss Grand International President Nawat Itsaragrisil meanwhile has shown his certification that he is deemed to be the licensed franchise owner of Miss Earth. He also files a lawsuit asking for damages amounting to 100 Million baht because of the damages incurred by the former Miss Earth Thailand organizers since he is considered as a personality in Thailand. 

The Miss Grand Thailand contest pushes through June 17. If MGT wins, Miss Earth Thailand will seem to be lower rank than the newly organized Miss Grand Thailand. As to how this lawsuit will unfold, we may have to wait. 
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Friday, June 13, 2014

Mr. World Philippines and Miss World 2013 in a photo together


Counting days before the Mister World Finals, one of the popular pageant blogs Norman's Blog posted a photo of reigning Ms. World Megan Young with our Mister World Philippines 2014 John Spainhour. There is actually a story behind this (click on Norman's link) and I get to agree that we don't see much of Megan and John in photos to avoid any issues - at least until after the Finals Night.

Please continue supporting John Spainhour in his quest for the Mr. World title with the Finals Night to be held in Torquay tomorrow (mid-afternoon there, evening in the Philippines). Last year, Andrew Wolff came close with a 1st Runner Up victory behind Francisco Escobar Parra.

(photo grabbed from Norman's Blog) 

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Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Miss Earth Water 2013 Punika Kulsoontornrut is Miss International Thailand 2014


Miss Earth Water 2013 Punika "Polly" Kulsoontornrut is reportedly the representative of Thailand to the Miss International 2014 pageant happening this year. Polly will go to Japan and compete in the pageant scheduled November 14, 2014 to try to succeed fellow Asian and reigning Miss International 2013 Bea Rose Santiago 


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Julian Aurine Flores is Miss Manila 2014 bound

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After the failed bid to Miss Progress International, Julian Aurine Flores has submitted her application and was presented as an official candidate for Miss Manila 2014 to be held on June 24.

Julian indeed is one of the favorites in this contest. 
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Tuesday, June 10, 2014

New Miss Universe Thailand 2014: Pimbongkod ‘Ellie’ Chankaew

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After the abdication of Miss Universe Thailand Weluree Ditsayabut of her title, the MU Thailand Organization decided that Miss Universe Thailand 1st Runner Up Pimbongokod "Ellie" Chankaew will be the one to represent their country to Miss Universe 2014.


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Monday, June 9, 2014

Meet MJ's USA counterpart: Nia Sanchez

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The 63rd Edition of Miss USA saw the crowning of Nia Sanchez from Nevada. Nia bested out 50 delegates to succeed Erin Brady and capture the Miss USA crown. 

MISS USA 2014 - Nia Sanchez (Nevada)
1st Runner Up - Audra Mari (Dakota)
2nd Runner Up - Tianna Griggs (Georgia) 

Nia will compete in Miss Universe 2014 where she would be meeting Miss Universe Philippines 2014 Mary Jean Lastimosa 
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Sunday, June 8, 2014

Mutya Datul graces Miss Grand Thailand



2013 Miss Supranational Mutya Datul along with 2013 Miss Grand International Janelee Chapparo will be gracing the finals of Miss Grand Thailand to be held on June 17. There are 5 crowns at stake in this event: Miss Grand International Thailand, Miss Supranational Thailand, Miss Earth Thailand, Miss Intercontinental Thailand and Miss Tourism International Thailand 

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Saturday, June 7, 2014

Mary Jean Lastimosa and her chances for Miss Universe 2014

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At present, the 5 crowned queens, including Miss Universe Philippines 2014 Mary Jean Lastimosa are all in the thick off working out and getting themselves pageant ready. MJ already has a body that men look after and are to die for but it is understandable if she wants more, seeing she follows the quartet that made it to the Top 5 (Venus Raj, Shamcey Supsup, Janine Tugonon and Ariella Arida).

Her chances? Swimsuit (definitely 10++), Gown (I kinda doubted if Barraza would be dropped from the equation but I hope the fit will not be like Ariella Arida's gown so I give it an 8) and Q&A (She's definitely used to doing a lot of talking so I will give her a 9.5). Overall, BPCI should look into MJ's wardrobe, which should highlight the sexiness of the lady who definitely wants to win the crown for the Philippines.
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Mirjeta Shala of Kosovo returns for Miss Universe 2014


After being vetoed out to participate in Miss Universe 2013 which was held in Russia (who does not recognized Kosovo as a country), Miss Universe Kosovo returns to Miss Universe 2014 with Mirjeta Shala,  Miss Universe Kosovo 2013 representing the country.

The 20 year old model is out to prove that Kosovo deserves a place in the Miss Universe finals. How does Mirjeta Shala fall on your list? 


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Support Elaine Kay Moll for Canada Philippine Fashion Week

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Please support 2012 Miss Supranational 3rd Runner Up Elaine Kay Moll who is one of the finalist of the Canada Philippine Fashion Week. Qualified candidates are either Canadian or Philippine citizens. Please put the hashtag: #cpfwVoteElaine to get your votes counted on Twitter or check out for more details on how to vote for Elaine: http://www.lexusdowntown.ca/cpfw
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Thursday, June 5, 2014

John Spainhour at the assault course

John Spainhour, Mr. World Philippines 2014 made it to the Top 10 of the Extreme Challenge in the Assault Course of the Royal Marines Commandos and the Mudflat finale in Lympstone. Here are the pictures:

Mr. Philippines John Spainhour during the mudflat finale. No amount of dirt will lessen his gorgeousness! And the smile refreshes!
Seems like he wasn't tired... 

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Back-tackling with another candidate 

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John congratulating the candidates 

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Can you spot John?

All photos courtesy of Mr. World FB page 
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Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Some thoughts for Miss Grand Philippines 2014

 

John Dela Vega and his team for Miss Grand Philippines are looking for regional coordinators (those who can gather candidates to endorse to the national organization) if you are qualified, please contact them at the Miss Grand Philippines Organization Facebook Page: 

Also the venue for Miss Grand Philippines 2014 will be at the GT-Toyota Asian Cultural Center on August 16, 2014, 7:00 PM where Ali Forbes, 2013 Miss Grand International 3rd RU will crown the next representative to Miss Grand International 2014. 

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Pinay Beauty Queen Academy Coming Soon!

Miss Grand International 2013 3rd RU Ali Forbes (center in golden yellow gown) will also join the four other ladies as mentors 

What do you get when you have 1973 Miss World 1st Runner Up Evangeline Pascual, 1982 Miss Universe Philippines Maria Isabel Lopez, 2005 Miss International Lara Quigaman, 1985 Miss Universe Philippines Joyce Burton-Titular and Miss Grand International 3rd RU Annalie Forbes in one show as mentors? The best academy I supposed for beauty queens.

Pinay Beauty Queen Academy aims to show how rigid life is towards successful beauty queens and having 5 experienced ladies as mentors will help aspiring queens be ready in the field of pageantry.

For more updates: Click Pinay Beauty Queen
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Will Miss World Philippines 2014 just be a battle for runners-up position?



Last year, everyone remembers how Megan Young bagged the corporate awards and the Miss World Philippines 2013 crown with Janicel Lubina, Zahra Saldua, Bianca Paz and Omarie Linn Osuna completing her court: This year, Valerie Weignmann who trains under Aces and Queens is everybody's bet for Miss World Philippines 2014. Will it be the same scenario: crown Valerie, let other contestants fight for it?


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Sunday, June 1, 2014

John Spainhour's first post as Mr. World Philippines 2014

Mr. World Philippines 2014 John Spainhour's first stab at the Multimedia Award.


We just got a word that John Spainhour has given a control of the new Mr. World Philippines 2014 page where he has shown that he is already in Torquay, venue of the Mr. World 2014 Finals. Please click on the link to like Spainhour's page for a chance for the Multimedia Award, which was won by Andrew Wolff in the 2012 Edition.

We wish our delegate well as he enjoys his England journey. The Finals Night for Mr. World is set on June 14, 2014.
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Kris Tiffany Janson and her quest for the Miss Intercontinental crown

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The very first Bb. Pilipinas Intercontinental Kris Tiffany Janson does not have the luxury of having a predecessor to ask on how the Miss Intercontinental contest goes but the lady from Cebu will not leave no stones unturned towards winning the contest. She managed to win a crown without thinking of too much pressure during the 2014 Bb. Pilipinas and we believe that Kris will actually have the same kind of attitude as she goes to Germany. 

It may not be as daunting as Bianca and Yvethe's journey, but it would be a cherry on top when Binibining Pilipinas Charities win the first Miss Intercontinental crown from their first bet. Not too pressuring aye? 


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Valerie Weignmann: Will she be the next Miss World Philippines 2014?

 

Valerie Weignmann is on her way to the Miss World Philippines and the idea of having her to succeed Megan Young (reigning Miss World) is somehow next to becoming possible.

She comes from Aces and Queens: The solid group behind Gwendoline Ruais, Queenie Rehman and the reigning Miss World Megan Young. She also has the luxury of training with the best within the group even from the ladies that joined Bb. Pilipinas.

Do we need to hold a contest or just crown her instead? 
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