1. She was surprised to be crowned Binibining Pilipinas International 2023. - During the Binibining Pilipinas 2023 coronation on May 28, Angelica told ABS-CBN that since many believed that Binibining Pilipinas Globe is her better path, she was actually shocked to be named Binibining Pilipinas International. “Everyone’s telling me that I’m fit for Miss Globe. And then, when they called Miss International…OMG!” she recalled.@bbpilipinasofficial
2. Angelica loves leading a simple life. - Having been born and raised in the island of Palawan, Angelica sure knows how to live a life of simplicity. On her Instagram page, she actually posted about her younger years in the province and how her early memories in her hometown are so precious to her. “I have experienced what it's like to lead a simple life, taking pleasure in my morning coffee and the aroma of the early meal that my grandparents would prepare for us as we gazed at the blue sky and swaying trees. It’s one of the best feelings I wanna cherish forever!” she put in the caption.@angelicalopezofficial
3. She is majoring in Psychology. - Despite her busy calendar and pageantry commitments, Angelica is also making her education a top priority. She continues to pursue her university studies at Palawan State University where she is currently taking up a degree program in Psychology. According to ABS-CBN News, she hopes to finish college while waiting for the Miss International Pageant in 2024, too.@angelicalopezofficial
4. She attributes her success to the efforts of her mother. - In an interview with ABS-CBN, Angelica expressed her gratitude towards her late mother, to whom she owes her strength. “It was my mother who taught me the value of money, to be resilient. That’s why I have become the strong independent woman that I am,” she said. “It’s really my mother who helped me to become the person that I am today. I dedicate this win to her.”@angelicalopezofficial
5. Angelica is Celeste Cortesi’s Miss Universe Philippines batchmate. - Prior to her Binibining Pilipinas International stint, Angelica also previously joined Miss Universe Philippines 2022. She made it to the Top 16 of the prestigious pageant, and finished in the Top 3 during the Fashion and Runway challenge. Angelica is also the recipient of a special award, the Luxxe ImmunPlus Queen Majestic.@hajie_alejandro via @angelicalopezofficial
6. She is Miss Asia Global 2022’s First Runner-Up. - She’s on a roll! Angelica is truly made for the world of beauty pageants as she has also won another title before capturing the Binibining Pilipinas International 2023 crown. Before MUPH 2022, she joined another contest, the Miss Asia Global 2022, where she was declared First Runner-Up.@angelicalopezofficial
7. She advocates for children and children’s rights. - In one of her Instagram posts, Angelica mentioned that she didn’t have a “golden childhood” back then, so she wants other children to “perceive things and situations with hope.” She wrote, “When I was around 8 years old I made a promise to myself that whenever I had the opportunity to help, I will do so since I understand what it's like to have nothing.”@angelicalopezofficial
8. Angelica’s national costume is an ode to the Philippines’ Tubbataha Reef. - Created by Filipino fashion designer Patrick Isorena, Angelica’s national costume was inspired by the world-renowned Tubbataha Reef. The beauty queen sourced her inspiration from the scuba diving site and protected marine sanctuary, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.@angelicalopezofficial
9. She previously worked as a dishwasher and waitress. - Before making it to the spotlight, Angelica has to go through dark and tough times in the past. In fact, she told ABS-CBN News that even as a minor, she was already working. “For those who don’t know, I grew up in [a] low economic status household. At the age of 14, I became a dishwasher and waitress and really worked hard,” she revealed. She also had to take on different jobs to make ends meet to support her family when her mother passed away.@angelicalopezofficial
10. She knows how to sing and play the guitar. - Being beautiful is one, but having talent is another! That is why Miss Philippines International 2023 Angelica Lopez is a true gem as she is also musically-inclined. According to her, she takes after her parents, hence the singing and instrument-playing skills. “Guess what? I got it from my parents!” she penned in an Instagram post. We heard she's a good dancer, too!@angelicalopezofficial
11. Angelica has a ton of interests. - According to Angelica’s Binibing Pilipinas profile, aside from engaging in beauty pageants, the Miss Philippines International 2023 titleholder is also inclined to a multitude of fields and subjects of interest such as human behavior, music, arts, inspirational books, philosophy, and documentaries.Lito Caleon via @angelicalopezofficial
12. The model-turned-beauty queen is part of the Gen Z! - Since she kicked off her job-hunting adventures at 14 years old, Angelica has been wearing a lot of hats. She first forayed into fashion modeling and now, at 22 years young, Angelica has already achieved her major life milestones, especially in the pageant sphere. Way to go, Angelica!@bbpilipinasofficial