Michelle Dee of Makati -4th Miss Universe Philippines 2023

Philippines won 4th Title of Miss Universe 2023 held on May 13,2023 at SM Mall of Asia Arena in Bay City Pasay,Metro Manila Philiphines .

The Philippines previously won Miss Universe titles in 2015, 1973 and 1969.

Michelle Dee of Makati was crowned by Celeste Cortesi of Pasay,as her successor at the end of the event

Five Interesting Fact about the newly crowned Queen.

1. BIRTH PLACE

The new Miss Universe Philippines titleholder was born on April 24, 1995. She was raised on her family’s ranch in Utah, USA.

It was where she learned to be independent, a lesson that would come in handy in her journey towards becoming a well-rounded individual and beauty queen.

2. HER MOM IS MISS INTERNATIONAL 1979 ,Melanie Marquez

Michelle’s mother, actress Melanie Marquez, was crowned Miss International in 1979 and has since become a prominent figure in the pageant scene.

The 28-year-old beauty queen seems to have inherited her mother’s beauty and smarts, but she has also made a name for herself beyond just being the daughter of a beauty queen.

3. QUALIFICATION

Michelle originally did not want to pursue pageantry, and initially focused on her studies ,She has a degree in psychology from De La Salle University.

4. SHE HAS A ACTING CAREER.

Before joining pageants, Michelle had already discovered her love for acting. She finds that acting fuels her creativity and has even turned this passion into a career.

In 2019, Michelle started acting in films and in just two years, she was hailed as the Best New Movie Actress by the 36th Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Star Awards for her performance in the film Because I Love You.

5. AN ADRENALINE JUNKIE

Michelle’s beauty, brains, talent, and adventurous spirit may have been instrumental in her Miss Universe Philippines 2023 win, but she’s not just a pretty face. She’s also a courageous spirit willing to face new challenges and opportunities.

1ST AND 2ND RUNNER UP OF MISS UNVIERSE OF PHILIPHINESS

1ST RUNNER UP-Zambales – Christine Juliane Opiaza

2ND RUNNER UP-Pampanga – Mary Angelique Manto

FAQs

Q: What is Miss Universe Philippines?

A: Miss Universe Philippines is a national beauty pageant in the Philippines that selects the representative of the country for the Miss Universe pageant. It is the most prestigious beauty pageant in the Philippines.

Q: How is the winner of Miss Universe Philippines chosen?

A: The winner of Miss Universe Philippines is chosen through a series of competitions and screenings. The pageant includes preliminary rounds, interviews, swimsuit and evening gown competitions, and a final question and answer segment. A panel of judges evaluates the contestants and selects the winner based on their beauty, intelligence, poise, and overall performance.

Q: When does Miss Universe Philippines take place?

A: The schedule for Miss Universe Philippines may vary each year, but it typically takes place in the months leading up to the Miss Universe pageant. The dates are announced by the organizers.

Q: Who can participate in Miss Universe Philippines? A: Miss Universe Philippines is open to Filipino women who meet the eligibility criteria set by the organizers. Generally, contestants must be Filipino citizens, unmarried, between certain age limits (usually 18 to 28 years old), and meet other specific requirements outlined by the pageant.

Q: What are the prizes for the winner of Miss Universe Philippines?

A: The winner of Miss Universe Philippines receives various prizes, which may include a cash prize, a crown, a sash, a modeling contract, opportunities for endorsements, and the chance to represent the Philippines in the Miss Universe pageant.

Q: How does Miss Universe Philippines differ from other national pageants in the country?

A: Miss Universe Philippines was launched in 2020 as a separate organization from Binibining Pilipinas, which previously held the rights to send the representative to Miss Universe. Miss Universe Philippines focuses solely on selecting the country’s representative for the Miss Universe pageant, whereas Binibining Pilipinas sends winners to other international pageants as well.

Q: Has the Philippines won Miss Universe before? A: Yes, the Philippines has a successful track record in the Miss Universe pageant. the country has won the Miss Universe title four times. The winners are Gloria Diaz (1969), Margie Moran (1973), Pia Wurtzbach (2015), and Catriona Gray (2018).