Bb. Pilipinas 2016 official candidates meet the press
Forty bright and beautiful candidates vying for five titles – Universe, International, Inter-Continental, Supranational, Globe/Tourism (or Grand International) – at this year’s Binibining Pilipinas search were presented to members of the media at the Novotel Manila Araneta center on Tuesday, Mar 29 in Quezon City.
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Production number. Photo by Ed Ciby.
Stunning everyone in their skimpy swimwear, the contestants charmed attendees with their confidence and stage presence. The ladies also let their personalities show at the photo call by the hotel’s poolside. This year’s exciting roster consists of local pageant winners, graduates from top schools, sports and fashion enthusiasts, as well as working professionals who excel in their respective fields. representing various cities/provinces in the country, the Top 40 hopefuls bested hundreds of aspirants that went through rigorous screenings in January.
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Fab Forty. Photo by Ed Ciby.
It’s going to be a tough competition this year following the stellar success of the reigning beauty queens. The phenomenal win of Pia Wurtzbach in the 2015 Miss Universe pageant became a shining moment of glory for our country after a 42-year wait. The winning streak was bolstered with an earlier win by Anne Colis as Miss Globe 2015 and the good showing of the other representatives in their respective pageants: Parul Shah, Miss Grand International 2015 3rd runner-up; Christy McGarry, Miss Inter-Continental 2015 1st runner-up; Rogelie Catacutan, Miss Supranational 2015 semi-finalist; and Janicel Lubina, Miss International Top 10 and best dresser awardee.
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Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach is flanked by (from-left): Bb. Pilipinas-Intl-2015 Janicel Lubina, Miss InterContinental 1st runnerup Christy McGurry, and Bb.Pilipinas-Supranational Rogelie Catacutan. Photo by Ed Ciby.
With less than a month left before the finals, the ladies still have a busy schedule to complete. Catch them wow audiences as they strut down the ramp during the forthcoming Binibining Pilipinas fashion show at the KIA Theater on April 6. Supporters and fans will also get the chance to see the ladies when they participate in the Parade of Beauties around the Araneta Center on April 9.
“Some may be first timers. It changed me for the better. I learned a lot from my first attempt at the crown. Don’t forget the essence of pageants: As a platform to open opportunities in life. So it’s not just a Q&A staple, you’ve got to believe in it. Plan ahead and enjoy the moment. Make the most out of it. Be firm! Looking at all the girls parading before the audience, I can tell who are genuinely having fun,” was the advise Pia gave to the girls after the swimwear parade.
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Miss Universe Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach. Photo by Ed Ciby.
A few weeks before, a Binibini aspirant (candidate #20) got disqualified for alleged skin-baring issues. Pageant observers said she was one of the early favorites.
The 20th spot which was assigned to Delos Santos before now belongs to Geisha Naganuma of Marilao, Bulacan.
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Early favorites (from left): Apriel Smith (Cebu City), Kylie Verzosa (Baguio City), and Maria Gigante (Bantayan Island). Photo by Ed Ciby.
The Bb. Pilipinas 2016 coronation night unfolds on April 17 and will be beamed live to a nationwide audience via ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya network.
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Nicole Marie Manalo poses with other aspirants at the Novotel poolside in QC. Photo by Ed Ciby.
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