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Catriona Gray excited to begin reign in New York City

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Newly crowned Miss Universe Catriona Gray is expected to move into her lavish New York City apartment few days from now to begin her reign. This after she was crowned 67th Miss Universe during a worldwide telecast of the beauty pageant from Bangkok, Thailand last Dec. 17. The new apartment, which will also come with a year-long salary as Miss Universe and living expenses, is a part of her prize package. 2017 Miss Universe Demi-Leigh Nel Peters has already moved out of the luxurious apartment after she packed up in November. Gray, 24, is also expected to haircare products, shoes and accessories for prizes.  She will also receive dermatology and skincare services, professional health and nutrition consultation, dental services and extensive travel representing sponsors and charitable partners, and access to various events including casting opportunities, movie premiers, screenings, Broadway shows and launch parties. The beauty queen from Oas, Albay in Bicol said ...

Thailand's Mader Sitang to spread good vibes in Manila

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Asia’s top transgender supermodel/lawyer Mader Sitang will greet fans during a meet-and-greet event at the H&H Makeover Salon, 5th floor, SM City North The Block in Quezon City on October 19 at 6 p.m. Mader Sitang, 59, is expected arrive in Manila in the afternoon of Oct. 19, Friday. Then she will proceed to SM North Edsa. With highest online followers in Bangkok, Thailand, Mader Sitang will have a mind-blowing fun-fusion with her Filipino fans as she shows them her signature head-throw dance. One of her dance videos has already been viewed 16 million times. Since then, many people have copied her style. In an exclusive message to her Filipino fans aired by the magazine talk show "Rated K" on ABS CBN, Mader Sitang says: "Hello Philippines! Handa na ba kayo? Abangan n'yo ako sa Rated K. Love you Philippines! See you!" Get the chance to have an encounter with the unique charm of Mader Sitang as she unleashes her charisma and signature hair-...

What will Catriona Gray wear at 2018 Miss Universe pageant?

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Miss Philippines Catriona Gray says that she is is excited for the staging of the 2018 Miss Universe beauty pageant in Thailand on December 17. "Sawasdee Ka Thailand!!! Soooo excited that the rumors are true and that it's finally official!!! @missuniverse to be held in Thailand, December 2018. So excited to go back to one of my favorite travel destinations!!" says Gray on Instagram. Miss Universe Organization President Paula Shugart, accompanied by Miss Universe 2017 Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters, made the announcement in Bangkok last July 31. Other guests at the Miss Universe press conference were former Miss Universe 1965 Apasra Hongsakula and Miss Universe 2005 Natalie Glebova. Shortly after the announcement, Gray paid tribute to the Kingdom of Thailand as she uploaded on her IG account a short video presentation created by Jolo Luarca III which saw the Filipino-Australian beauty queen promoting the Asian country as a travel destination. This will be the third t...

Filipino pageant director wins Hero of Asia award in Bangkok

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Filipino national pageant director Ferdinand Galdones Abejon won the Hero of Asia award during ceremonies held in Bangkok, Thailand last July 28. "Thank You Development of Young Thai Entrepreneur and Working Age Association for the 'Hero of Asia' award though I'm so under dressed. I meant no disrespect as the Awards is in celebration of the Thai King's birthday. I thought I will just be watching the show. What can I say but Kapunkap," says Abejon on Facebook. Abejon is involved in several pageants, including Mister United Asia, Mr. Universe Tourism, Miss Tourism Beauty of Asia, etc. He has also judged national and international competitions. Aside from that, Abejon is an international correspondent and photographer for missossology, one of the leading pageant websites in the world. Born and raised in Sta. Lucia, Ilocos Sur, Abejon is also active in various charity works. He is in a relationship.

Thailand to host 2018 Miss Universe beauty pageant

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Sawasdee Ka Thailand! The 2018 Miss Universe beauty pageant will be held in Thailand on December 17, organizers announced during a press conference in Bangkok on July 31. This is the third time that the most prestigious beauty contest will be held in Thailand. It hosted the pageant in 1992 and 2005. Thailand has already produced two winners – Apasra Hongsakula (1965) and Porntip Nakhirunkanok (1988).                                              Gray tours the White Temple in Bangkok. Miss Universe Organization president Paula Shugart, accompanied by Miss Universe 2017 Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters, made the announcement. Other guests at the Miss Universe press conference were former Miss Universe 1965 Apasra Hongsakula and Miss Universe 2005 Natalie Glebova.                               ...

Kenny Filarca in high spirits for Mister National Universe pageant

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Mister Philippines Kenny "Kenyong" Filarca led early arrivals of this year's candidates for the Mister National Universe pageant on-going in Bangkok, Thailand. Filarca, a restaurateur in Ilocos Norte, was in high spirits as he mingled with some of the contestants of the international male pageant at the Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok on Wednesday, June 13. "I'm excited to be part of this competition. Please pray for my success in this journey," Filarca says. Aside from Filarca, other contestants who have arrived in Bangkok were Mr India Farhan Qureshi, Mr Laos Arong Ananthavath, Mr Boracay Island Jaydee Boy Abustan CasiƱo, Mr Thailand Natchanon Singlum, Mr USA David Jesse Aponte Acosta and Mr Puerto Rico Jael Calcano. Filarca says that he hopes to gain more friends in his trip to Bangkok aside of course from bagging the crown for the Philippines. The banker also says that he has prepared enough for the competition which will held on June 18...