Miss Universe 2013 Results: Venezuela wins 7th MU crown, Philippines 3rd Runner-Up

  

 Filipina pride reigned supreme in beauty pageants as Miss Universe Philippines Ariella Arida was hailed as Miss Universe 2013 3^rd Runner Up. 

Arida was called last in the Top 16 for winning the MU 2013 Online Voting, conquered the stage with her Yamamay swimsuit and her evening gown on the Top 10 and probably gave the best answer when she entered the Q&A portion in the Top 5.

 Her Q&A question was: What is the  solution to the lack of jobs among young people starting their careers around the world is education.

"For the people who have lack of jobs, I do believe that we people should invest in education and that is my primary advocacy because if we all know that everyone of us is educated and well aware of what we are doing, we can land into jobs and we could land our careers in the future. So education is a primary source and it's a ticket for a better future."

Winning the 7th Miss Universe Crown for Venezuela is Gabriela Isler, who had this for her winning answer to judge Steven Tyler's question "What is your biggest fear and how do you plan to overcome it?" 

"For me while one may have a lot of fears but nonetheless this is nothing negative. I believe we should overcome all of our fears and this in turn would make us much stronger and mostly we can become stronger persons. As soon as we overcome our fears and we are sure of ourselves then we can face any challenge."

 Arida makes it 4^th in a row in the Top 5 for the Philippines, after Venus Raj, Shamcey Supsup and Janine Tugonon. 

Complete Results:

MISS UNIVERSE 2013 – Gabriela Isler (Venezuela)

1^st Runner Up – Patricia Rodriguez (Spain)

2^nd Runner Up –  Constanza Baez (Ecuador)

3^rd Runner Up – Ariella Arida (Philippines)

4^th Runner Up – Jackelyne Olveira (Brazil)

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The Many Faces of Miss Universe Philippines Ariella Arida

 

 

  

The many faces of Ariella Hernandez Arida as photographed by Niccolo Cosme (photos: rappler.com) show that she's more than prepared to conquer Moscow, Russia and try to at least have the continuous Top 5 placements following her predecessors Venus Raj (2010 MU 4th Runner-Up), Shamcey Supsup (2011 MU 3rd Runner-Up) and Janine Tugonon (2012 MU 1st Runner-Up).

While there is an insurmountable amount of expectations for Ara, Filipinos must be united in supporting the Philippine bet. Whatever happens, Filipinos should know that Ara has done it #ForthePhilippines.

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Shamcey Supsup is a bride-to-be

 

Miss Universe Philippines 2011 (and Miss Universe 3rd Runner Up) Shamcey Supsup formalized her engagement with her boyfriend for two years, Lloyd Lee last Sunday, June 16, 2013 in a Chinese engagement ceremony.

The couple is set to get married on the 29th of December, 2013 

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Janine Tugonon breaks up with boyfriend for The Script vocalist?

Miss Universe 2012 first runner-up Janine Tugonon confirmed in a TV show that she and her boyfriend for one year have broken up.

In an episode of "Kris TV," Janine said she decided to break up with boyfriend Jaypee Santos.

"Actually honestly ngayon we are not in good terms. Siguro may nangyari lang na hindi ko ini-expect na mangyayari," the 23-year-old beauty queen said, as posted in ABS-CBN News. "Honestly po kasi break talaga kami ngayon."

Janine and Jaypee's breakup was reportedly because of The Script lead vocalist Danny O'Donoghue. The Irish pop-rank band recently performed at the Araneta Coliseum.

Janine said she met Danny during the band's meet and greet.

"Kasi hindi ba sa Araneta kapag may meet and greet, since kilala ko ang staff ng Araneta sabi ko sa kanila sobra akong fan ng The Script pwede bang ma-meet ko. So na meet niya ako, nandoon siya si (Jaypee) pinakilala ko nga siya, kasi tinanong niya 'do you have a boyfriend?' Sabi ko 'yeah that's my boyfriend.' Tapos yon sabi niya 'follow me on Twitter and I will follow you back' tapos nag-direct message siya. Oo na (galit) siya (si Jaypee) kasi sabi niya kung ayaw mo talaga sa taong yan hindi mo siya kokontakin," she said.

The couple eventually argued over the incident and Janine decided to break up with him. "Kasi nga ayaw ko naman na may iba akong iniisip. Sabi ko lang sa kanya siguro I need some time to think talaga," she said.

"Akala ko kasi si Danny na baka that night lang o nagandahan lang and all pero feeling ko siya din ay gusto niyang makilala ako," she added.

Janine however said that she and Danny are not in a relationship, but admits the singer frequently sends him text messages after they met.

[posted by: Reyn Adonay]

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Bb. Pilipinas 2013 Winners

The 50th edition of Bb. Pilipinas will happen Sunday, April 14, 2013, when Janine Tugonon (Miss Universe 1st Runner Up), Nicole Schmitz (Bb. Pilipinas International), Katrina Jayne Dimaranan (Bb. Pilipinas Tourism) and Elaine Kay Moll (Miss Supranational 3rd RU 2012) would crown their successors at the end of the event.o

This year's edition will also honor the 50 beautiful years of Bb. Pilipinas which attributed to 5 titles (2 in Miss Universe and 3 in Miss International), several runners-up finishes on the Miss Universe, World and International pageants, semifinalist appearances in Big 4 pageants and placements of BPCI appointed delegates in other pageants.

The event is to be broadcasted from Smart Araneta Coliseum at 8 PM  with delayed telecast at 9:30 PM with Martin Nievera, Dawn Zulueta, Miss Universe Philippines 2010 Venus Raj and Miss Universe Philippines 2011 Shamcey Supsup.


WINNERS

Miss Universe Philippines 2013 - Ariella Arida (Candidate#41)

Bb. Pilipinas International - Bea Rose Santiago (Candidate#20)

Bb. Pilipinas Tourism - Joanna Cindy Miranda (Candidate#16)

Bb. Pilipinas Supranational -Mutya Johanna Datul (Candidate#39)

1st Runner Up - Pia Wurtzbach (Candidate#15)

SEMIFINALISTS:
Grace Yann Apuad (Candidate#34)
Imelda Schweighart (Candidate#45)
Charmaine Elima (Candidate#13)
Rhea Nakpil (Candidate#43)
Ellore Noelle Punzalan (Candidate#22)
Camille Carla Nazar (Candidate#12)
Parul Shah (Candidate#33)
Merry Joyce Respicio (Candidate#25)
Maria Angelica De Leon (Candidate#31)
Amanda Noelle Navasero (Candidate#46)


SPECIAL AWARDS:

Best in National Costume - Maria Teresita Allaine Baccay (Candidate #37)

Binibining Avon -Bea Rose Santiago (Candidate#20)

Ms. JAG 2013 - Aiyana Camille Mickiewicz (Candidate #47)

Manila Bulletin Reader's Choice - Ellore Punzalan (Candidate#22)

Miss Friendship - Lourenz Grace Remetillo (Candidate#21)

Binibining Petron - Joanna Cindy Miranda (Candidate#16)

Miss Talent - Anna Carmela Aquino (Candidate#10)

Miss Photogenic - Mutya Johanna Datul (Candidate#39)

Cream Silk Beyond Beautiful Award - Joanna Cindy Miranda (Candidate#16)

Binibining Philippine Airlines - Nicole Kim Donesa (Candidate#4)

Miss San Miguel Zero Fit and  Sexy Body - Pia Wurtzbach (Candidate#15)

Binibining Pilipinas - PAGCOR - Imelda Schweighart (Candidate#45)

Best in Swimsuit - Ariella Arida (Candidate#41)

Best in Long Gown - Mutya Johanna Datul (Candidate#39)

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Michelle Speaks: My Bb. Pilipinas 2013 Predictions

I joined the prediction game for Bb. Pilipinas 2013, the last time I did this was last year where I got 8 out of the 12 semifinalists, now I am releasing my predictions early, you can disagree with mine but this is based on what I see.

With 50 gorgeous girls for Bb. Pilipinas 2013, I have decided to predict 15 semifinalists, with 5 titleholders which I predict has the possibility of rocking our worlds.

Charmaine Elima is my choice to succeed Janine Tugonon, Who's yours?

MISS UNIVERSE PHILIPPINES - Charmaine Elima
BB. PILIPINAS INTERNATIONAL - Anna Fernandina Buquid
BB. PILIPINAS TOURISM - Parul Shah
1ST RUNNER-UP - Pia Wurtzbach
2ND RUNNER-UP - Pauline Quintas

SEMIFINALISTS
6. Ria Rabajante
7. Cassandra Naidas
8. Merry Joyce Respicio
9. Mutya Johanna Datul
10. Lourenz Grace Remetillo
11. Imelda Schweighart
12. Bea Rose Santiago
13. Ma. Cristina Ann Pascual
14. Joanna Cindy Miranda
15. Mercegrace Raquel

I would update this with the winners on pageant night.

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The Road to Miss Universe 2013 (Page 1)

News Bits Online would be doing posts related to pageant contenders for Miss Universe, Miss World, Miss International, Miss Earth and Miss Supranational, here is the first part of the Road to Miss Universe 2013. The date of the 62nd Miss Universe pageant will still be announced and the winner will succeed Miss Universe 2012 Olivia Culpo.

Vaumara Rebelo

Miss Universe Angola 

Following the success of Miss Universe 2011 Leila Lopes will never be an easy feat for this Miss Angola hopeful but she hopes to turn things around this year. Vaumara Rebelo follows Marcelina Vahekeni with the hopes of placing again in Miss Universe 2013.

Monic Perez

Miss Universe Puerto Rico 

Monic Perez takes her turn to represent Puerto Rico at the Miss Universe 2013 pageant. While we do not know why her predecessor Bodine Koehler didn't even make it to the Top 16 even though she was considered a front-runner, Monic is sure that she would not let anything stand her way. She is also a Nursing Major in University of Puerto Rico.

 

Marilyn Ramos

Miss Universe South Africa 

After Melinda Bam in Miss Universe 2012, Marilyn Ramos sets the stage for South Africa. The 21 year old beauty queen was crowned as Miss South Africa 2012 earning the right to represent South Africa in Miss Universe and Miss World 2013. 

Maria Gabriela Isler

Miss Universe Venezuela

Gabriela has been preparing after Irene Esser has crowned her as Miss Universe Venezuela. The 5 foot 11 Isler represented Guarico in the Miss Venezuela 2012 pageant. Venezuela always has been considered a front runner.

Disclaimer: Photos used in this post are not owned by News Bits Online and are used only to show the pictures of candidates who would be representing their countries to Miss Universe 2013. Credits is maintained to their owners. 



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Miss Universe Philippines 2012 Janine Tugonon is Metro's March Cover Girl

Miss Universe Philippines and Miss Universe 2012 1st Runner Up Janine Tugonon graces the cover of Metro Magazine in its swimsuit issue for March 2013.

Janine, wearing a Louis Vuitton outfit in the beautiful location at Bellevue Resort in Bohol leads the issue which features 50 swimsuits that work, accessories that would work with your summer outfits and island escapes that you can go through this summer season.

Read more of them at the Metro Magazine available in news stands/bookstores at P 150.

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Last 3 days to apply for screenings for Bb. Pilipinas 2013

 

Relatively 3 days left before the extended deadline of Binibining Pilipinas closes for the girls who are interested to take part of Binibining Pilipinas 2013, We've seen pageant blogs feature those candidates that reached BPCI office, like Pia Wurtzbach, Ariella Arida, Mariel De Leon (daughter of Christopher de Leon and Sandy Andolong) and many others under the camp of Gaffud, Dela Vega, Flores and other handlers.

 

Are we going to see some more girls this week? That we have to find out. Deadline for Binibining Pilipinas 2013 applicants for screening is on January 31 (I just hope there's no more extension).

 

Reigning queens are Janine Tugonon (Miss Universe Philippines), Nicole Schmitz (Bb. Pilipinas International) and Katrina Dimaranan (Bb. Pilipinas Tourism).

 

 

Photo: OPMB Worldwide/Bruce Casanova

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The Search for Bb. Pilipinas 2013 is on!

Got what it takes to be the successors of Janine Tugonon (Miss Universe 2012 1st Runner Up), Nicole Schmitz (Miss International Top 15 Semifinalist) and Katrina Dimaranan (Bb. Pilipinas - Tourism)? Then go to www.bbpilipinas.com to submit your applications and be part of the 50 beautiful years of Bb. Pilipinas.

Deadline for Binibining Pilipinas 2013 applications is on January 15, 2013

[Photo: Bb. Pilipinas]

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Tugonon, Schmitz and Dimaranan Awaits You!

The Search Is On For Bb. Pilipinas 2013.

Got what it takes to be the next Miss Universe? Miss International or Miss Tourism Queen International? Go to www.bbpilipinas.com for the application form for this year's Bb. Pilipinas.

Reigning queens are Janine Tugonon (Miss Universe Philippines), Nicole Schmitz (Bb. Pilipinas International) and Katrina Jayne Dimaranan (Bb. Pilipinas Tourism).

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Miss Universe 2012 with Shamcey Supsup "On The Scene"

Check out Miss Universe Philippines 2011 Shamcey Supsup for "On The Scene", Miss Universe's Official Webisode for this year.

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Quick Reminder: Voting for Janine Tugonon

Filipinos had proven time in and time out how they can make wonders in helping PH bets with different pageants. If you would recall how Filipinos voted to help Dianne Necio capture the Miss Internet award during Miss International 2011, you would be impressed on how they used social networking sites to promote the cause.

Let's do it again this year, after the success of our PH bets during the last 2 pageants (Venus Raj placing 4th Runner Up and Shamcey Supsup placing 3rd Runner Up), a lot has been expected on Miss Universe Philippines 2012 Janine Tugonon. If you could see how well she has prepared for the December pageant, you would know she's definitely worth to vote for.

We can help make that success happen through Online Voting.
Please click this link:
http://missuniverse.com/members/profile/652683/year:2012

Voting is free and you can vote 10x a day using your email. If you have any questions, go to the FAQs of the missuniverse.com website here: http://www.missuniverse.com/missu2012voting/faq.html

Vote for Philippines, Vote for Janine Tugonon.

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The Search for Bb. Pilipinas 2013 now on

Bb. Pilipinas 2012 Winners: Ali Forbes (2nd Runner Up), Nicole Schmitz (Bb. Pilipinas International), Janine Tugonon (Miss Universe Philippines), Katrina Dimaranan (Bb. Pilipinas Tourism) and Elaine Kay Moll (1st Runner Up/Miss Supranational Philippines)

Just when you think that 2012 is not yet over, BPCI makes it earliest announcement for the 50th Edition of Binibining Pilipinas (Bb. Pilipinas 2013) as it formally starts accepting applications for the 2013 contest. During Janine Tugonon's send-off, Madam Stella Araneta, chairperson of BPCI announced that the search for Binibining Pilipinas 2013 is on as well as Shamcey being a presenter/host in the forthcoming Miss Universe 2012.

Check out the requirements at www.bbpilipinas.com

Reigning queens are Janine Tugonon (Miss Universe Philippines), Nicole Schmitz (Bb. Pilipinas International), Katrina Jayne Dimaranan (Bb. Pilipinas Tourism).

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Shamcey Supsup to host "On-the-scene" during Miss Universe 2012

Shamcey Supsup is back at the Miss Universe stage, as a presenter (Shamcey Supsup photo by Raymond Saldana)



Miss Universe Philippines 2011 and eventual Miss Universe 3rd Runner Up Shamcey Supsup would be gracing the Miss Universe stage once more as the correspondent to "On The Scene" the web-series on the official Miss Universe Youtube channel (www.youtube.com/OfficialMissUniverse.) She will be going to Las Vegas to take pageant fans behind the scenes as 89 contestants prepare for their respective events like the National Costume Competition on December 14.

 

After taking a peek at the contestants behind-the-scenes hosted by Shamcey, do make sure you would vote for the contestants at the missuniverse.com page: 10 votes per day per email until December 19. Do spend time to vote for your favorite contestant, our bet this year is Miss Universe Philippines 2012 Janine Tugonon.

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Janine Tugonon Official Glamshot for Miss Universe 2012

 

 

Above are the photos of Miss Universe Philippines Janine Tugonon, courtesy of Binibining Pilipinas and OPMB Worldwide. The 23 years old Tugonon will represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2012 where she hopes to replicate the success or go through what Venus Raj and Shamcey Supsup achieved.

 

[[Photos: www.bbpilipinas.com]] 

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Vote for Philippines bet Janine Tugonon at the Miss Universe 2012

Filipinos had proven time in and time out how they can make wonders in helping PH bets with different pageants. If you would recall how Filipinos voted to help Dianne Necio capture the Miss Internet award during Miss International 2011, you would be impressed on how they used social networking sites to promote the cause.

Let's do it again this year, after the success of our PH bets during the last 2 pageants (Venus Raj placing 4th Runner Up and Shamcey Supsup placing 3rd Runner Up), a lot has been expected on Miss Universe Philippines 2012 Janine Tugonon. If you could see how well she has prepared for the December pageant, you would know she's definitely worth to vote for.

We can help make that success happen through Online Voting.
Please click this link:
http://missuniverse.com/members/profile/652683/year:2012

Voting is free and you can vote 10x a day using your email. If you have any questions, go to the FAQs of the missuniverse.com website here: http://www.missuniverse.com/missu2012voting/faq.html

Vote for Philippines, Vote for Janine Tugonon.
Photo Credit: Janine Tugonon headshot at www.bbpilipinas.com

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Miss Universe 2012 is in...

After months of discussion and rumors of cancellation, The Miss Universe 2012 pushes through on December 19 at Theatre for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Leila Lopes would be the longest reigning Miss Universe (15 months in counting) and would crown her successor that day.

Janine Tugonon (left) along with Miss Universe 2011 3rd Runner Up Shamcey Supsup: Janine little by little getting ready for the Miss Universe pageant.

The Miss Universe 2012 contest though is expected to only last for 8 days, with the candidates coming in on December 11 and moving out of Las Vegas by December 20.

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John Prats - Bianca Manalo splitsville

Former Bb. Pilipinas beauty Bianca Manalo confirms the end of her relationship with John Prats. The former Miss Universe Philippines turned actress confirmed to Boy Abunda to Bandila that her 7 months relationship with the actor-dancer has ended and it was Prats who initiated the breakup 2 weeks ago.

John getting a reputation of this kind maybe something uncalled for.

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Janine Tugonon's 1st Endorsement Deal after Miss Universe Philippines

2012 Miss Universe Philippines Janine Tugonon signed as an endorser of The Generics Pharmacy. Tugonon, 22 is a licensed phramacist from University of Santo Tomas.

Photo Credit: Miss Universe Philippines FB account

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