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Posted on Mar 19, 2019
Binibining Pilipinas, the most prestigious beauty pageant in the country and one of the most anticipated competitions in Asia, is on the lookout for a new batch of queens who will represent the Philippines in the international arena.
Many heeded the call, but only 40 were chosen.
The Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc. (BPCI) on March 18, Monday, named the 40 exceptional women who would be competing in the country’s most prestigious beauty pageant in the coronation night slated for June 9.
After a rigorous screening process headed by BPCI Chairperson Mrs. Stella Marquez Araneta, members of the BPCI executive committee and pageant sponsors, the 40 Filipinas who would be vying for six international titles were determined.
The Top 40 official candidates are:
Hannah Arnold
Jane Darren Genobisa
Samantha Poblete
Danielle Joi Magno
Mary Faye Murphy
Joanna Rose Tolledo
Jessica Marasigan
Marie Sherry Anne Tormes
Dia Nicole Magno
Honey Grace Cartasano
Francia Layderos
Cassandra Chan
Danielle Isabelle Dolk
Jessarie Dumaguing
Maria Isabela Galeria
Julia Eugene Saubier
Melba Ann Macasaet
Emma Mary Tiglao
Alanis Reign Binoya
Louisielle Denise Amorog
Gazini Christiana Ganados
Marianne Marquez
Joahnna Carla Saad
Pauline Anne Cordero
April May Short
Leren Mae Bautista
Rubee Marie Faustino
Larah Grace Lacap
Martina Faustina Diaz
Malka Shaver
Kimberly Penchon
Samantha Mae Bernardo
Ilene Astrid de Vera
Maria Andrea Abesamis
Bea Patricia Magtanong
Jean Nicole Guerrero
Samantha Ashley Lo
Rosham Ramirez Saeed
Vickie Marie Milagrosa Rushton
Sigrid Grace Flores
“This batch of ladies is special. I know you came from different parts of the country, and you chose to be with us, and we are very grateful. We want you to know that you will always have a home here in Araneta Center,” Mrs. Araneta said.
They will hope to duplicate the incredible feat achieved by last year’s batch of queens. Catriona Gray clinched the country’s fourth Miss Universe crown, while Karen Gallman made history when she won the country’s first Miss Intercontinental crown.
They will hope to duplicate the incredible feat achieved by last year’s batch of queens. Catriona Gray clinched the country’s fourth Miss Universe crown, while Karen Gallman made history when she won the country’s first Miss Intercontinental crown.
Gallman, Binibining Pilipinas Supranational Jehza Huelar, Binibining Pilipinas Globe Michele Gumabao and Binibining Pilipinas Grand International Eva Patalinjug, who were also part of the screening process, were all impressed by this year’s crop of contestants.
“These ladies are gorgeous. I hope they will be able to surpass what our batch was able to fulfill and represent the Philippines the best way they could,” Huelar said.
“They will be tasked to represent the Philippines in an international competition. We have experienced it. It’s not easy. So they have to work really hard to achieve the crown that they want,” Patalinjug said.
These 40 women are in for an exciting journey. After the screening, they are tipped to visit several charities, engage with sponsors and participate in the talent competition, fashion show, photo exhibit and parade of beauties.