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40 vie for Miss World Philippines 2018

Published Sep 12, 2018 03:54 am
Arnold Vegafria, national director of Miss World Philippines pageant, says he is challenged to surpass the three major global titles won in 2017 as he presented to the press the 40 official candidates for Miss World Philippines 2018 beauty contest. PRESS PRESENTATION - The 40 candidates of Miss World Philippines 2018 pageant pose during presentation held at Resorts World Manila Sept. 11. Also in photo are Arnold Vegafria, national director, Miss World Philippines contest; Bessie Besana, Miss World Philippines general manager; and Miss Eco International 2018 Cynthia Thomalla. (Fab Manila/ MANILA BULLETIN)
PRESS PRESENTATION - The 40 candidates of Miss World Philippines 2018 pageant pose during presentation held at Resorts World Manila Sept. 11. Also in photo are Arnold Vegafria, national director, Miss World Philippines contest; Bessie Besana, Miss World Philippines general manager; and Miss Eco International 2018 Cynthia Thomalla. (Fab Manila/ MANILA BULLETIN) “Last year, our maiden batch representing Miss World Philippines 2017 was very fortunate to have won three major global titles, namely Reina Hispanoamericana, Miss Multinational and Miss Eco International, and I must admit that that’s quite a big challenge to surpass this year,” says Vegafria, business manager of Senator Manny Pacquiao, during press presentation held at Resorts World Manila last Tuesday. Vegafria adds: “However, we cannot rest on our laurels, nor should we remain complacent. As we welcome all these new challenges, we remain optimistic primarily because we are opening new doors, creating new opportunities, and making pageant history as well.” He also encourages candidates to always aspire to raise the bar "so that they will always evolve and be better versions of themselves.” “Aside from having the looks and talent, they should also have the right attitude, good moral character, pleasing personality, intelligence, and they should also qualify as rightful ambassadors of their country; “More importantly, they should never lose track of our primary objective. Miss World Philippines has always been more than just beauty. We encourage our future queens to be more responsible, civic-minded and creative with their own unique advocacies, no matter how humble," Vegafria says. The 40 official candidates of the Miss World Philippines 2018 beauty pageant are: Barmae Chua, Erica Larkins, Kylah Sanchez, Alyssa Muhlach, Tamara Caballero, Katarina Rodriguez, Neesha Murjani, Marie Danica Reynes, Crissia Atienza, Jigg Kirsty Ang, Angeline Mae Santos, Arienne Calingo, Kim De Guzman, Maan Marquez, Michelle Oliva, Chanel Morales, Jereleen Rodriguez; Mary Jean Boniao, Rose Murphy, Kat Acaylar, Joemay-an Leo, Pearl Hung, Divine Veranga, Gianna Llanes, Eiffel Rosalita, Angelica Estrevillo, Paulina Labayo, Abbyjun Dizor, Denielle Magno, Angelica Tuzon, Annalita Vizcarra, Elaiza Alzona, Maureen Montagne, Pauline Deveraturda, Bettina Penales, KJ Cudiamat, Crystal Velasco Freedman, Cleopatra Jones, Kimi-Lei Mugford and Gianna Llanes. The grand coronation of the Miss World Philippines 2018 pageant will be held at the MOA Arena in Pasay City on Oct. 7.
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