Miss Universe Philippines 2020
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| Miss Universe Philippines 2020 | |
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| File:Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Title Card.jpg Miss Universe Philippines 2020 title card | |
| Date | October 25, 2020 |
| Presenters | KC Montero |
| Entertainment |
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| Venue | Cordillera Convention Hall, Baguio Country Club, Baguio |
| Broadcaster | GMA Network |
| Entrants | 46 |
| Placements | 16 |
| Withdrawals | |
| Winner | Rabiya Mateo Iloilo |
| Best National Costume | Lou Dominique Piczon Mandaue |
| Photogenic | Tracy Maureen Perez Cebu City |
Miss Universe Philippines 2020 was the first edition of the Miss Universe Philippines competition, in which Miss Universe 2019, Gazini Ganados crowned her successor, Rabiya Mateo as Miss Universe Philippines 2020, under its new organization.[1] Previously the Philippine franchise of Miss Universe was under the Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc. The coronation night was initially scheduled for May 3, 2020. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been moved at least twice; first to June 14, 2020.[2] and later was held on October 25, 2020, at Cordillera Convention Hall, Baguio Country Club in Baguio.[3][4][5]
The final competition was broadcast on GMA Network.[6] Gazini Ganados of Talisay, Cebu, the winner of Binibining Pilipinas 2019, crowned her successor Rabiya Mateo of Iloilo at the end of the event,[7][8] with a new crown called "Filipina". Mateo will go on to represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2020 competition.
Background
New franchise
The new Miss Universe Philippines franchise was awarded to Shamcey Supsup, national director. Supsup was the Philippines' representative to the Miss Universe 2011 pageant.[1][9][10] It marked the first time in the history of the Miss Universe Filipino franchise that contestants will be allowed to communicate in other local Philippine languages other than Filipino.[11]
Selection of participants
In December 2019, the organization launched its search for the next Filipina who will represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2020 competition.[1][12][13][14] On February 14 2020, the 52 contestants of Miss Universe Philippines 2020 were presented during the Red Carpet Presentation at Manila Hotel.
Impact of to COVID-19 pandemic
The procedures for the organization of the pageant was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic due to the enhanced community quarantines in the country. The Miss Universe Philippines organization released new guidelines entitled "2020 Pageant Way Forward".[15]
Contestants will be divided into smaller groups for the preliminaries which involve the swimsuit and evening gown competition. All will wear masks except their individual turns on the competition stage and each contestant will be obligated to go home after their respective turn.[15]
The finals night was originally planned to be held at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay, Metro Manila.[15] but the venue was changed due to the pandemic. Under the assumption that the pageant would be held in a large venue as there would be no audiences allowed under the guidelines of Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) through health and safety protocols. The MUP organization projected less than 100 people would be needed, including the contestants, judges, and production team with social distancing implemented. Most production materials for the pageant would be pre-taped. The finals night would be made available to the public online via pay-for-view streaming.[15][16]
At least two contestants tested positive for COVID-19. Sorsogon and Cagayan de Oro City officially withdrew from the competition after contracting the disease.[17][18][19]
Marketing
An eight-episode web series entitled Ring Light was released on September 27 on Empire.ph and could be viewed for a one-time fee. Marketed as a "fundraising online pageant series", part of the proceeds will be given to the pageants' beneficiaries and partner organizations. The series featured several aspects of the pageant's contestants bid to clinch the Miss Universe Philippines 2020 crown, including their trainings and other behind-the-scene content.[20]
'Filipina' crown
A new crown will be used to award the winner of the Miss Universe Philippines pageant for the 2020 edition. The headwear is known as the "Filipina" crown and was crafter by the Villarica family who is known for running the Villarica Pawnshop.[21]
Each element of the crown represents the following:
- Swirl of leaves – every women who aims for success in "different forms" but still keeps "the Filipino values in their hearts".
- Diamond embedded in each leaf – signifies "the sparkle" in the lives of people that each woman encounters.
- Golden south sea pearls – four values of creativity, intelligence, optimism, and fear of God.
- Sapphire, Ruby and Topaz – was patterned after the blue, red, and yellow colors of the Philippine flag
Results
Placements
| Final Results | Contestant |
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| Miss Universe Philippines 2020 |
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| 1st Runner Up |
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| 2nd Runner Up | |
| 3rd Runner Up |
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| 4th Runner Up |
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| Top 16 |
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| § – Fan Vote Winner / Voted in the Top 16 by Fans | |
Major awards
| Challenge | Contestant | Hometown |
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| Best in National Costume | Lou Dominique Piczon[22] | Mandaue |
| Best in Swimsuit | Rabiya Mateo[22] | Iloilo City |
| Best in Evening Gown | Ysabella Ysmael[22] | Parañaque |
| Face of the Universe | Pauline Amelinckx[22][23] | Bohol |
| Miss Photogenic | Tracy Maureen Perez[22] | Cebu City |
Special awards
| Challenge | Contestant | Hometown |
|---|---|---|
| Best in Swimsuit Photo | Tracy Maureen Perez[24] | Cebu City |
| Best in Runway | Lou Dominique Piczon[25] | Mandaue |
| Miss Lazada Fan Vote | Skelly Ivy Florida | Biliran |
| Miss MG Philippines | Michele Theresa Gumabao[22] | Quezon City |
| Miss Creamsilk | Pauline Amelinckx[22][23] | Bohol |
| Downy Sweetheart Award | Pauline Amelinckx[22][23] | Bohol |
| Miss Cetaphil Sun | Pauline Amelinckx[22][23] | Bohol |
| Best Tourism Video | Jan Alexis Elcano | Batanes |
Pageant
Preliminary competition
On a Facebook post, the Miss Universe Philippines Organization announced that the preliminary competition and finals night will be filmed at Baguio Country Club in Baguio. Worldwide audience will be able to watch the Preliminary Interview on October 21, National Costume, and Swimsuit & Evening Gown Competition on October 23 through a streaming service offered by the organizer.[5] It was hosted by Benjamin Alves.[26]
Judges
- Mary Jean Lastimosa – Miss Universe Philippines 2014[27]
- Katrina Salonga Verzosa – Owner and founder of the Verzosa Aesthetic Clinic.
- Maria Venus Raj – Miss Universe Philippines 2010[27]
- Ariella Arida – Miss Universe Philippines 2013[27]
- Jackie Aquino – General manager of JCA Productions and the president of Philippine Fashion Coalition
- Samuel Salonga Verzosa Jr. – Co-founder and CEO of Frontrow
- Neil Perez – Mister International 2014.
Final program
The coronation night was filmed at Baguio Country Club and streamed on October 25 worldwide.[5] It was hosted by American radio DJ and actor KC Montero.[26] American Idol alum Jessica Sanchez and Filipino actors Allen Cecilio, Anjo Damiles, and Kevin Montillano performed as musical guests.[28]
The swimwear for the finals was designed by UAE-based couture label Amato Couture by Filipino designer Furne One in collaboration with luxury swimwear Amari Swim.[29]
Judges
- RS Francisco – Actor and co-founder of Frontrow
- Congressman Eric Yap – Representative of ACT-CIS Partylist and Legislative Caretaker of the Lone District of Benguet
- Sec. Harry Roque – Lawyer and Presidential Spokesperson
- Jackie Aquino – General manager of JCA Productions and the president of Philippine Fashion Coalition
- Venus Navalta – CEO of IPG Mediabrands Philippines
- Janine Tugonon – Model and Miss Universe Philippines 2012
- Arlene Magalong – First Lady of Baguio City
- Arthur Pena – Groud Director for Media of Procter & Gamble Philippines
- Samuel Salonga Verzosa Jr. – Co-founder and CEO of Frontrow
Contestants
As of October 19, 2020, 46 contestants have been appointed and/or selected by their respective localities to represent and compete for the title.
| City/Province | Contestant | Age[a] | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aklan | Christelle Abello | 25 | 5′6″ |
| Albay | Paula Madarieta Ortega | 24 | 5′9″ |
| Angeles | Christine Nicole Silvernale | 19 | |
| Antique | Joecel Marie Robenta | 23 | 5′7″ |
| Baguio | Bea Theresa Maynigo | 24 | |
| Batanes | Jan Alexis Elcano | 21 | 5′8″ |
| Batangas | Nathalia Urcia | 5′8″ | |
| Biliran | Skelly Ivy Florida | 21 | 5′6″ |
| Bohol | Pauline Amelinckx | 24 | 5′6″ |
| Bulacan | Daniella Louise Loya | 20 | |
| Cagayan Province | Mari Danica Reynes | 27 | 5′6″ |
| Camarines Sur | Krizzia Lynn Moreno | 25 | 5′8″ |
| Catanduanes | Sigrid Grace Flores | 27 | 5′7″ |
| Cavite | Kimberly Hakenson | 26 | 5′8″ |
| Cebu City | Tracy Maureen Perez | 27 | 5′5″ |
| Cebu Province | Apriel Smith | 24 | 5′9" |
| Davao City | Alaiza Flor Malinao | 25 | 5′9″ |
| Davao del Norte | We'am Ahmed | 20 | 5′8″ |
| General Santos | Mariel Joyce Pascua | 27 | |
| Ilocos Sur | Adelma Krissel Benicta | 26 | 5′4″ |
| Iloilo City | Rabiya Mateo | 24 | 5′7″ |
| Iloilo Province | Kim Chi Crizaldo | 23 | |
| Isabela | Maria Regina Malana | ||
| Kalinga | Noreen Victoria Mangawit | 22 | |
| Laguna | Jo-Ann Flores | 26 | |
| La Union | Trizha Ocampo | 25 | 5′9″ |
| Makati | Ivanna Kamil Pacis | 24 | 5′6″ |
| Mandaue | Lou Dominique Piczon | 24 | 5′8″ |
| Manila | Alexandra Abdon | 25 | 5′7″ |
| Marinduque | Maria Lianina Macalino | 5′6″ | |
| Misamis Oriental | Caroline Joy Veronilla | 25 | 5′6″ |
| Muntinlupa | Maricres Castro | 25 | 5′6″ |
| Oriental Mindoro | Adee Hitomi Akiyama | 24 | |
| Palawan | Jennifer Linda | 18 | |
| Pampanga | Patricia Mae Santos | 26 | |
| Pangasinan | Maria Niña Soriano | 24 | |
| Parañaque | Maria Ysabella Ysmael | 23 | 5′7″ |
| Pasay | Zandra Nicole Santa Maria | 27 | 5′11″ |
| Pasig | Riana Agatha Pangindian | 24 | 5′6″ |
| Quezon City | Michele Theresa Gumabao | 28 | 5'9" |
| Quezon Province | Faye Dominique Deveza | 23 | 5′9″ |
| Rizal | Ericka Evangelista | 25 | |
| Romblon | Marie Fee Tajaran | 25 | 5′5″ |
| Surigao del Norte | Carissa Rozil Quiza | 19 | 5′6″ |
| Taguig | Sandra Lemonon | 26 | 5′6″ |
| Zamboanga del Sur | Perlyn Cayona | 22 | 5′8″ |
Notes
- ^ Ages at the time of the pageant
Crossovers
Contestants who previously competed in the previous editions of local beauty pageants or in international competition.[30]
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Withdrawals
- Princes Marquez of Aurora – On October 19, 2020, Marquez confirmed her withdrawal due to some personal reasons.[31]
- Vincy Vacalares of Cagayan de Oro – On October 16, 2020, an accredited partner of Miss Universe Philippines announced that Vacalares tested positive for COVID-19.[17]
- Mariam Lara Hamid of Capiz – On October 3, 2020, Hamid posted on her social media account declaring her withdrawal due to some issues with her province's accredited partner.[32]
- Chaira Lyn Markwalder of Leyte – On October 19, 2020, Marquez confirmed her withdrawal due to some personal reasons.[31]
- Angela Aninang of Negros Occidental – On February 28, 2020, it was confirmed that Aninang will be withdrawing from the pageant to focus on her study.[33]
- Maria Isabela Galeria of Sorsogon – On October 15, 2020, Galeria announced that she will be leaving the competition as she continue her full recovery from COVID-19 after contracting the disease on September 27.[19][18]
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