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Miss Universe Vietnam thanks Filipino pageant coaches

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Miss Universe Vietnam H'Hen Nie thanked her Filipino pageant coaches after she made it to the Top 5 of the 2018 Miss Universe beauty pageant held in Bangkok, Thailand last Dec. 17. "From the bottom of my heart, thank you very much, My Teacher Anjo Santos," says Nie on Instagram. Aside from Santos, her other pageant coaches were Gerard Ruivivar and Kim Rocafor. Santos, who was born and raised in Bicol, trained Nie in pasarela and make-up. He said that the national director of Miss Universe Vietnam approached him to train Nie. Santos and Rocafor trained Nie for the question-and-answer portion. "Miss Vietnam is so determined na kahit hand movements lang, nakukuha niya ang instructions," says Santos, who is an independent pageant coach in an interview on "GMA News To Go" program recently. Santos also trained Ma. Venus Raj, another Bicolana, who won 4th runner-up in the 2010 Miss Universe contest held in Las Vegas, Nevada. He has a grooming a...

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 ...

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...

Rachel Peters: 'Still over the moon'

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Newly crowned Bb Pilipinas Universe 2017 Rachel Peters has said that she is "still over the moon" as she thanked all those who supported her in journey to the most prestigious local beauty contest. "A truly unforgettable moment!!! 💖💖 I am so overwhelmed by all the love and support that I have received throughout this incredible journey. I still can't believe it but I'm over the moon and I'm so excited to be representing the Philippines in Miss Universe 2017!!!!" said Peters on Instagram. "I would like to express my gratitude to all the people who have helped me- it took an army so I won't mention you all, but you know who you are!!! 😘😘 To my 39 Binibini sisters - I'm so happy to have met you all. Thank you for a wonderful two months! To BPCI and of course Madam Stella Araneta- thank you for the trust and the opportunity!" Peters also said. ' Ang aking pamilya ❤️ so happy we were complete for this special night' ...