Transcript: Miss Universe Philippines 2022 Top 5 Q&A
Which answer did you like the most?
Miss Universe Philippines 2022 Coronation Night is over, and Celeste Cortesi of Pasay was named the new Miss Universe Philippines.
She is joined in the Top 5 by Ma. Katrina Llegado of Taguig (2nd Runner-Up), Annabelle McDonnell of Misamis Oriental (1st Runner-Up), Pauline Cucharo Amelinckx of Bohol (Miss Universe Philippines Charity), and Michelle Marquez Dee of Makati (Miss Universe Philippines Tourism).
But before Celeste was named as Miss Universe Philippines 2022, the Top 5 delegates first showcased their brilliance, eloquence, wit, and grace under pressure through the much-awaited segment of the competition, the Q&A. It served as the last deciding factor for who would be determined as the Miss Universe Philippines 2022, and Celeste's heart-tugging answer was a crowd favorite.
Taking on the stage alongside host Pia Wurtzbach, this year's Top 5 all delivered great answers. But which one did you like the most?
Check out the gallery below to read the Top 5 delegates' answers at the final Q&A:
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Annabelle McDonnell of Misamis Oriental
What is your biggest insecurity and how did you address it? “My socioeconomic status has been one of the biggest insecurities that I've had. Seven years ago, I was just a meager, marginalized orphan, starving and trying to make her way through. But now, when you see me, think about how I’ve worked hard and studied even harder to be here and to aspire to conquer the universe. Thank you so much.”
Michelle Marquez Dee of Makati
What is your greatest fear, and how do you try to overcome it? “Honestly, my greatest fear is making a fool out of myself sometimes. But I conquer that by always putting myself in that kind of similar situations. Actually, just joining a pageant was something I was very scared about because of the pressure. But I’m standing here in front of you, hoping to be your next Miss Universe so that I can make my country proud once again, ang minamahal kong Pilipinas.”
Ma. Katrina Llegado of Taguig
If you could teach Filipinos one thing, what would it be and why? “It would be, start loving yourself. Me, as a person, I have a lot of flaws. I am not perfect. And I may not be the perfect Miss Universe but I am here, trying to conquer my fear, trying to be a better person, and pageant really helped me to be a transformed woman, to be truly uniquely beautiful. And I think that is what I’d be having in Miss Universe. That is my greatest…”
Celeste Cortesi of Pasay
If you could stop time for a day, how would you spend it? “If I could stop time, I would spend it with my family, especially my mother. It’s been two years, I didn’t see my family because they live in Italy. And I came here in the Philippines just by myself. So if I had the chance to spend one day, I would definitely be with my mom and I would just tell her how much I love her and I miss her. Thank you.”
Pauline Cucharo Amelinckx of Bohol
What is that one life-changing decision that you’ve made, and what was its impact on your life? “The life-changing decision I’ve made was to join Miss Universe Philippines again. Despite being bashed for my body, being doubted by people, I found strength in myself. And this story can be a testament for other people to draw strength from, too. That a second chance can be just as sweet, and you can still achieve your ultimate a second time around.”
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