Miss World Alexandria Mills: 'Philippines, Feels like I'm home'

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Reigning Miss World Alexandria Mills said she considered the Philippines her second home, where the lady from Louisville, Kentucky, found "everyone so inviting."

"When I got to my hotel room, Ms Cory Quirino was there and told me 'welcome back home.' And it really feels like a second home," Mills said in an interview last week at the Inquirer office in Makati City.

Appointed early this year as director of the Miss World Philippines (MWP) franchise, Quirino has organized the first-ever MWP pageant, with Mills crowning the winner in Sunday night's competition at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City.

It was Mills' second visit to the Philippines. Earlier this year, the 5'9" American beauty came with first runner-up Emma Wareus of Botswana and Miss World chair and CEO Julia Morley to visit the Philippine General Hospital in Manila and the Tuloy Street Children Foundation in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, in line with the pageant's charity work.

"Everyone has been so inviting, and they open their hearts to me. And I love that! It makes me feel so comfortable," 19-year-old Mills said of her Philippine tour.

"I've not met a single mean person here!" she said. "They don't have to be nice to me. They really don't. But everyone's so sweet. Everyone was so genuine and so kind."

This warmth of the Filipino people was something "I would definitely speak of" when asked about the Philippines, Mills added.

And she wanted Sunday night's pageant winner to do the same. "Teach the people. Teach the (other Miss World) contestants. Get them to come to the Philippines. Tell them of the beautiful things and the people."

Beauty with purpose

The Philippine winner will fly to London to compete with 119 other international delegates in the Miss World pageant which culminates on Nov. 6.

"Miss World is always looking for someone who is beautiful inside and out, someone who really embodies the [competition's slogan] 'Beauty with a Purpose.' That is what the Miss World is all about," Mills explained. "You have to have an open heart to really want to help others and to travel around the world," she added.

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Miss World Alexandria Mills: 'Philippines, Feels like I'm home'

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Reigning Miss World Alexandria Mills said she considered the Philippines her second home, where the lady from Louisville, Kentucky, found "everyone so inviting."

"When I got to my hotel room, Ms Cory Quirino was there and told me 'welcome back home.' And it really feels like a second home," Mills said in an interview last week at the Inquirer office in Makati City.

Appointed early this year as director of the Miss World Philippines (MWP) franchise, Quirino has organized the first-ever MWP pageant, with Mills crowning the winner in Sunday night's competition at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City.

It was Mills' second visit to the Philippines. Earlier this year, the 5'9" American beauty came with first runner-up Emma Wareus of Botswana and Miss World chair and CEO Julia Morley to visit the Philippine General Hospital in Manila and the Tuloy Street Children Foundation in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, in line with the pageant's charity work.

"Everyone has been so inviting, and they open their hearts to me. And I love that! It makes me feel so comfortable," 19-year-old Mills said of her Philippine tour.

"I've not met a single mean person here!" she said. "They don't have to be nice to me. They really don't. But everyone's so sweet. Everyone was so genuine and so kind."

This warmth of the Filipino people was something "I would definitely speak of" when asked about the Philippines, Mills added.

And she wanted Sunday night's pageant winner to do the same. "Teach the people. Teach the (other Miss World) contestants. Get them to come to the Philippines. Tell them of the beautiful things and the people."

Beauty with purpose

The Philippine winner will fly to London to compete with 119 other international delegates in the Miss World pageant which culminates on Nov. 6.

"Miss World is always looking for someone who is beautiful inside and out, someone who really embodies the [competition's slogan] 'Beauty with a Purpose.' That is what the Miss World is all about," Mills explained. "You have to have an open heart to really want to help others and to travel around the world," she added.

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Gwendolyn Ruais wins 1st Miss World Philippines

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Gwendolyn Ruais (Candidate No. 13) was crowned Miss World Philippines during the coronation held earlier tonight, September 18, at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City.

The 21-year-old Filipino-French bested 24 other candidates representing different parts of the country.

Helen Nicolette Henson (No. 24) was named 1st Princess. Interestingly, Nicoeltte also finished 1st runner-up at last year's Binibining Pilipinas.

Martha Chloe McCully (No. 9) is 2nd Princess; Ma. Paula Bianca Paz (No. 22) is 3rd Princess; and Jaysel Arrozal (No. 15) is 4th Princess.

The other candidates who made it in the Top 12 are Elaine Kay Moll (No. 12), Rogelie Catacutan (No. 5), Erina Ann Lightholder (No. 25), Samantha Nerville Purvor (No. 1), Mercy Malaluan (No. 11), Charlotte Melissa Tyler (No. 7), and Loucelle de Jesus (No. 16).

Aside from winning the title Miss World Philippines, Gwendolyn was also awarded Best In Swimsuit.

As the winner of Miss World Philippines, Gwendolyn won one million pesos cash prize, a condo unit, and other fabulous prizes.

Gwendolyn, who was a finalist at last year's Binibining Pilipinas, will also represent the Philippines in the 61st edition of Miss World pageant to be held on November 6, 2011 in London.

Maria Paula, on the other hand, was adjudged Best in Long Gown.

Chloe won two special awards: Miss SMDC and Miss Kapuso World

The Miss World Philippines was hosted by Dingdong Dantes, Isabelle Daza, and Carla Abellana.

The board of judges includes GMA-7 executive Wilma Galvante, actress Iza Calzado, beauty expert Fanny Serrano, cosmetic surgeon Vicki Belo, and boxing champ Sarangani Rep. Manny Pacquiao.

Reigning Miss World Alexandria Mills also attended the event.

Miss World Philippines is organized by Cory Quirino's CQ Global Quest, Inc.

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Gwendolyn Ruais wins 1st Miss World Philippines

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Gwendolyn Ruais (Candidate No. 13) was crowned Miss World Philippines during the coronation held earlier tonight, September 18, at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City.

The 21-year-old Filipino-French bested 24 other candidates representing different parts of the country.

Helen Nicolette Henson (No. 24) was named 1st Princess. Interestingly, Nicoeltte also finished 1st runner-up at last year's Binibining Pilipinas.

Martha Chloe McCully (No. 9) is 2nd Princess; Ma. Paula Bianca Paz (No. 22) is 3rd Princess; and Jaysel Arrozal (No. 15) is 4th Princess.

The other candidates who made it in the Top 12 are Elaine Kay Moll (No. 12), Rogelie Catacutan (No. 5), Erina Ann Lightholder (No. 25), Samantha Nerville Purvor (No. 1), Mercy Malaluan (No. 11), Charlotte Melissa Tyler (No. 7), and Loucelle de Jesus (No. 16).

Aside from winning the title Miss World Philippines, Gwendolyn was also awarded Best In Swimsuit.

As the winner of Miss World Philippines, Gwendolyn won one million pesos cash prize, a condo unit, and other fabulous prizes.

Gwendolyn, who was a finalist at last year's Binibining Pilipinas, will also represent the Philippines in the 61st edition of Miss World pageant to be held on November 6, 2011 in London.

Maria Paula, on the other hand, was adjudged Best in Long Gown.

Chloe won two special awards: Miss SMDC and Miss Kapuso World

The Miss World Philippines was hosted by Dingdong Dantes, Isabelle Daza, and Carla Abellana.

The board of judges includes GMA-7 executive Wilma Galvante, actress Iza Calzado, beauty expert Fanny Serrano, cosmetic surgeon Vicki Belo, and boxing champ Sarangani Rep. Manny Pacquiao.

Reigning Miss World Alexandria Mills also attended the event.

Miss World Philippines is organized by Cory Quirino's CQ Global Quest, Inc.

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First Miss World Philippines Pageant Coronation Night airs on GMA-7

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This Sunday (September 18) at 10PM, GMA-7 airs the Coronation Night of the first Miss World Philippines Pageant in the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Plenary Hall.

After the screenings in various parts of the country and abroad, 25 finalists now compete for the Miss World Philippines 2011 title. Miss World Organization President, Stephen Douglas, comes all the way from London to witness the ground-breaking event while the reigning Miss World, Alexandria Mills, personally crowns the emerging winner.

To be hosted by Kapuso artists Dingdong Dantes, Carla Abellana, and Isabelle Daza, the coronation night is made more special by performances from Mark Bautista, who sang the theme song of Miss World Philippines, and Aljur Abrenica.

The 25 ladies competing for the crown are Samantha Neville Purvor, Juliann Savard, Karen Joyce Peñanueva, Irene Gabriel, Rogelie Catacutan, Richelle Therese Borja, Charlotte Melissa Tyler, Gaydra Rama, Martha Chloe McCulley, Princess Tiffany Carbungco, Mercy Malaluan, Elaine Kay Moll, Gwendolyn Ruais, Joey Albert Short, Jaysel Arrozal, Loucelle De Jesus, Erin Dolores Lane, Donna Maricel Cardino, Mica Angela Angeles, Jayanne Marie Aldanese, Mae Liezel Ramos, Ma. Paula Bianca Paz, Christine Kate Adi, Helen Nicolette Henson, Erina Ann Lightholder.

Aside from being the first Miss World Philippines pageant winner, the successful candidate also receives the biggest prize in national pageant history - a condominium unit in the Sea Residences of SM Development Center (SMDC) and Php 1,000,000.00 cash prize.

The first Miss World Philippines Pageant is presented by CQ Global Quest, Inc. in cooperation with SMDC and GMA Network, Inc.

Interesting prizes also await those who support their favorite candidates through the Vote Texting Promo. Aside from the brand new condominium unit from SMDC, the major prizes include roundtrip tickets for two to Paris, France from Etihad Airways, among others. For more details, log on towww.missworldphilippines.com.

Do not miss the first ever Miss World Philippines Coronation Night on Sunday, September 18, after Protege on GMA Network.--Text and photo courtesy of Miss World Philippines

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First Miss World Philippines Pageant Coronation Night airs on GMA-7

iGMA:

This Sunday (September 18) at 10PM, GMA-7 airs the Coronation Night of the first Miss World Philippines Pageant in the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Plenary Hall.

After the screenings in various parts of the country and abroad, 25 finalists now compete for the Miss World Philippines 2011 title. Miss World Organization President, Stephen Douglas, comes all the way from London to witness the ground-breaking event while the reigning Miss World, Alexandria Mills, personally crowns the emerging winner.

To be hosted by Kapuso artists Dingdong Dantes, Carla Abellana, and Isabelle Daza, the coronation night is made more special by performances from Mark Bautista, who sang the theme song of Miss World Philippines, and Aljur Abrenica.

The 25 ladies competing for the crown are Samantha Neville Purvor, Juliann Savard, Karen Joyce Peñanueva, Irene Gabriel, Rogelie Catacutan, Richelle Therese Borja, Charlotte Melissa Tyler, Gaydra Rama, Martha Chloe McCulley, Princess Tiffany Carbungco, Mercy Malaluan, Elaine Kay Moll, Gwendolyn Ruais, Joey Albert Short, Jaysel Arrozal, Loucelle De Jesus, Erin Dolores Lane, Donna Maricel Cardino, Mica Angela Angeles, Jayanne Marie Aldanese, Mae Liezel Ramos, Ma. Paula Bianca Paz, Christine Kate Adi, Helen Nicolette Henson, Erina Ann Lightholder.

Aside from being the first Miss World Philippines pageant winner, the successful candidate also receives the biggest prize in national pageant history - a condominium unit in the Sea Residences of SM Development Center (SMDC) and Php 1,000,000.00 cash prize.

The first Miss World Philippines Pageant is presented by CQ Global Quest, Inc. in cooperation with SMDC and GMA Network, Inc.

Interesting prizes also await those who support their favorite candidates through the Vote Texting Promo. Aside from the brand new condominium unit from SMDC, the major prizes include roundtrip tickets for two to Paris, France from Etihad Airways, among others. For more details, log on towww.missworldphilippines.com.

Do not miss the first ever Miss World Philippines Coronation Night on Sunday, September 18, after Protege on GMA Network.--Text and photo courtesy of Miss World Philippines

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Unprecedented P1-M cash prize for Miss World Phils. 2011 winner

MB:

The winner at the Miss World Philippines 2011 competition will bring home an unprecedented P1-million cash prize from CQ Global Quest Inc. (CQGQ), the exclusive licensee headed by Ms. Cory Quirino as chairperson and CEO. In addition, the winner will receive a luxurious seaside condominium unit at Sea Residences, courtesy of SM Development Corp., the main presenter of the prestigious beauty pageant.

The other presenters and sponsors are GMA Network, Inc., Banco de Oro, Petron, Smart Communications (which also donates 20 personal computers inclusive of a one-year free internet usage to the underprivileged school of the candidate bearing the “most extraordinary story”), AMA University (which grants four-year college scholarships to chosen finalists as well as lucky text senders), Philippine Airlines, BMW, Midas Hotel, Manila Hotel, Air Gurus and the City of Puerto Princesa, with SM Supermalls as official search partners.

There are 25 candidates vying for the title Miss World Philippines 2011 during the grand finals and coronation to be held tomorrow at the PICC. This will be broadcast live by GMA-7.

The candidates are Samantha Nerville Purvor, Julian Savard, Karen Joyce Penanueva, Irene Gabriel, Rogelie Catacutan, Charlotte Melissa Tyler, Gaydra Rama, Martha Chloe McCulley, Princess Tiffany Carbungco, Mercy Malaluan, Elaine Kay Moll, Gwendolyn Ruais, Joey Albert Short, Jaysel Arrozal, Loucelle de Jesus, Erin Lane, Donna Maricel Aldanese, Mae Liezel Ramos, Ma. Paula Bianca Paz, Christine Kate Adi, Helen Nicolette Henson and Erina Ann Lightholder. They were presented to the media by Ms. Quirino at a press presentation held at the Midas Hotel.

The candidates, who underwent rigorous training to prepare them for the big day, are billeted at the Midas Hotel while swimsuit competition was held in Puerto Princesa last Sept. 7-10 and pre-pageant night on Sept. 13 at the Manila Hotel.

Miss World Philippines was officially born on Jan. 25, 2011 when Miss World Ltd Chairman Julia Morley turned over the country license to Ms. Quirino as its national director in the presence of the reigning Miss World Alexandria Mills and 1st Princess Emma Wareus at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel.

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Unprecedented P1-M cash prize for Miss World Phils. 2011 winner

MB:

The winner at the Miss World Philippines 2011 competition will bring home an unprecedented P1-million cash prize from CQ Global Quest Inc. (CQGQ), the exclusive licensee headed by Ms. Cory Quirino as chairperson and CEO. In addition, the winner will receive a luxurious seaside condominium unit at Sea Residences, courtesy of SM Development Corp., the main presenter of the prestigious beauty pageant.

The other presenters and sponsors are GMA Network, Inc., Banco de Oro, Petron, Smart Communications (which also donates 20 personal computers inclusive of a one-year free internet usage to the underprivileged school of the candidate bearing the “most extraordinary story”), AMA University (which grants four-year college scholarships to chosen finalists as well as lucky text senders), Philippine Airlines, BMW, Midas Hotel, Manila Hotel, Air Gurus and the City of Puerto Princesa, with SM Supermalls as official search partners.

There are 25 candidates vying for the title Miss World Philippines 2011 during the grand finals and coronation to be held tomorrow at the PICC. This will be broadcast live by GMA-7.

The candidates are Samantha Nerville Purvor, Julian Savard, Karen Joyce Penanueva, Irene Gabriel, Rogelie Catacutan, Charlotte Melissa Tyler, Gaydra Rama, Martha Chloe McCulley, Princess Tiffany Carbungco, Mercy Malaluan, Elaine Kay Moll, Gwendolyn Ruais, Joey Albert Short, Jaysel Arrozal, Loucelle de Jesus, Erin Lane, Donna Maricel Aldanese, Mae Liezel Ramos, Ma. Paula Bianca Paz, Christine Kate Adi, Helen Nicolette Henson and Erina Ann Lightholder. They were presented to the media by Ms. Quirino at a press presentation held at the Midas Hotel.

The candidates, who underwent rigorous training to prepare them for the big day, are billeted at the Midas Hotel while swimsuit competition was held in Puerto Princesa last Sept. 7-10 and pre-pageant night on Sept. 13 at the Manila Hotel.

Miss World Philippines was officially born on Jan. 25, 2011 when Miss World Ltd Chairman Julia Morley turned over the country license to Ms. Quirino as its national director in the presence of the reigning Miss World Alexandria Mills and 1st Princess Emma Wareus at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel.

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Text a Vote for the first Miss World Philippines 2011 and Get a Chance to Win a Brand New SMDC Condo

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One of the exciting highlights of the first Miss World Philippines 2011 Pageant Night on September 18 at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) will be the announcement of MWP’s VOTE & TEXT Campaign winner where a lucky text-sender whose name will be electronically-drawn on September 17 will win an SMDC Condo Unit.

Voters must log on to MWP website (www.missworldphilippines.com) to choose their favorite among the 25 lovely candidates. The candidate who garners the most number of votes will automatically become one of the 12 finalists on Pageant Night. To vote, text MWP Candidate Number/Name, Address and send to 367 for Smart and Talk N Text or send to 2344 for Globe, TM and Sun. P2.50 per vote for Smart, Talk N Text, Globe subscribers and TM and P2.00 per vote for Sun subscribers. Unlimited text voting is welcome.

Grand Prize for the Text-Vote-Win promo is a SMDC condominium unit. Major prizes are: 2 round trip tickets to Paris via Etihad.

Miss World Philippines (MWP) is presented by CQ Global Quest Inc. (CQGQ) and SM Development Corporation (SMDC) together with GMA Network Inc., Banco de Oro, Petron, Smart Communications, AMA University, Philippine Airlines, BMW, Midas Hotel, Manila Hotel, Air Gurus and the City of Puerto Princesa, with SM Supermalls as official search partners. The grand Coronation Night will be broadcasted by GMA-7 as the official TV network.

For more information, you may contact the MWP office in PICC at (02) 7804789 local 7171, (0910) 2382461 or visit our official website www.missworldphilippines.com.--Text and photo courtesy of Miss World Philippines

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Text a Vote for the first Miss World Philippines 2011 and Get a Chance to Win a Brand New SMDC Condo

iGMA:

One of the exciting highlights of the first Miss World Philippines 2011 Pageant Night on September 18 at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) will be the announcement of MWP’s VOTE & TEXT Campaign winner where a lucky text-sender whose name will be electronically-drawn on September 17 will win an SMDC Condo Unit.

Voters must log on to MWP website (www.missworldphilippines.com) to choose their favorite among the 25 lovely candidates. The candidate who garners the most number of votes will automatically become one of the 12 finalists on Pageant Night. To vote, text MWP Candidate Number/Name, Address and send to 367 for Smart and Talk N Text or send to 2344 for Globe, TM and Sun. P2.50 per vote for Smart, Talk N Text, Globe subscribers and TM and P2.00 per vote for Sun subscribers. Unlimited text voting is welcome.

Grand Prize for the Text-Vote-Win promo is a SMDC condominium unit. Major prizes are: 2 round trip tickets to Paris via Etihad.

Miss World Philippines (MWP) is presented by CQ Global Quest Inc. (CQGQ) and SM Development Corporation (SMDC) together with GMA Network Inc., Banco de Oro, Petron, Smart Communications, AMA University, Philippine Airlines, BMW, Midas Hotel, Manila Hotel, Air Gurus and the City of Puerto Princesa, with SM Supermalls as official search partners. The grand Coronation Night will be broadcasted by GMA-7 as the official TV network.

For more information, you may contact the MWP office in PICC at (02) 7804789 local 7171, (0910) 2382461 or visit our official website www.missworldphilippines.com.--Text and photo courtesy of Miss World Philippines

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Meet the 25 Candidates of Miss World Philippines

PEP:

"This batch is promising," says Cory Quirino about the 25 ladies vying for the Miss World Philippines title.

At the presentation of candidates held on August 18 at the Midas Hotel, she beams about possibly winning the Miss World crown at last.

She continues, "Nakita niyo naman, di ba. They're very fresh and natural. They're smart and sweet."

Throughout the pageant's 60-year existence, our country never won.

In 1973, Evangeline Pascual was offered the title after Marjorie Wallace, the first American winner, got dethroned for dating several men during her 104-day reign.

In 1993, Ruffa Gutierrez emerged as the Second Princess.

This time, the lady behind Miss World Philippines is determined to make the Filipina beauty finally shine.

"We will train them. And it's going to be rigorous. Yung iba kasi, repeaters, pero marami ring 'virgins'—meaning, it's their first time to join. Makikita mo, may mga nanginginig pa.

"But I'm very positive they will all do a good job during the actual pageant. I will personally hold sessions about empowerment and wellness. Kahit nga yung question and answer, tutok talaga," says the national director of the pageant.

When asked about our chance of bagging the title, she replies with a big smile, "Mataas, siyempre! We have a good chance this time kasi, sa screening pa lang, we really made sure na makakuha ng beauty and brains. They all excel in their chosen fields. Very competitive sila!"

Is there going to be "pulitika" in the selection of the winner?

Cory quickly replies, "No!"

In most pageants—local or international—reported cases of partiality have been one of the most common problems.

But the beauty and wellness guru assures the public, "It's not gonna happen. Isang factor diyan yung pagpili ng judges, and we chose credible people.

"Isa pa, yung mga girls, ang babait. Parang walang competition."

ACTIVITIES. On September 10, the candidates will be flying to Puerto Prinsesa, where the contest will officially begin. The Swimsuit competition will take place with the Underground River as backdrop.

Cory adds, "We also want to promote tourism, ang ganda ng Pilipinas."

The pre-Pageant gala night is slated for September 13 at the Manila Hotel.

Prizes at stake during the Grand Coronation night: one million pesos, a crown and scepter worth over half a million pesos, and a condo unit courtesy of SM Development Corporation (SMDC ).

"May isang texter na may chance manalo ng condo unit! Vote lang your favorite candidate," Cory announces.

Without much ado, presenting the 25 candidates:

1. Samantha Nerville Purvor

2. Julian Savard

3. Karen Joyce Peñanueva

4. Irene Gabriel

5. Rogelie Catacutan

6. Richelle Therese Borja

7. Charlotte Melissa Tyler

8. Gaydra Rama

9. Martha Chloe Mcculley

10. Princess Tiffany Carbungco

11. Mercy Malaluan

12. Elaine Kay Moll

13. Gwendolyn Ruais

14. Joey Albert Short

15. Jaysel Arrozal

16. Loucelle de Jesus

17. Erin Lane

18. Donna Maricel Cardino

19. Mica Angela Angeles

20. Jayanne Marie Aldanese

21. Mae Liezel Ramos

22. Ma. Paula Bianca Paz

23. Christine Kate Adi

24. Helen Nicolette Henson

25. Erina Ann Lightholder

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Meet the 25 Candidates of Miss World Philippines

PEP:

"This batch is promising," says Cory Quirino about the 25 ladies vying for the Miss World Philippines title.

At the presentation of candidates held on August 18 at the Midas Hotel, she beams about possibly winning the Miss World crown at last.

She continues, "Nakita niyo naman, di ba. They're very fresh and natural. They're smart and sweet."

Throughout the pageant's 60-year existence, our country never won.

In 1973, Evangeline Pascual was offered the title after Marjorie Wallace, the first American winner, got dethroned for dating several men during her 104-day reign.

In 1993, Ruffa Gutierrez emerged as the Second Princess.

This time, the lady behind Miss World Philippines is determined to make the Filipina beauty finally shine.

"We will train them. And it's going to be rigorous. Yung iba kasi, repeaters, pero marami ring 'virgins'—meaning, it's their first time to join. Makikita mo, may mga nanginginig pa.

"But I'm very positive they will all do a good job during the actual pageant. I will personally hold sessions about empowerment and wellness. Kahit nga yung question and answer, tutok talaga," says the national director of the pageant.

When asked about our chance of bagging the title, she replies with a big smile, "Mataas, siyempre! We have a good chance this time kasi, sa screening pa lang, we really made sure na makakuha ng beauty and brains. They all excel in their chosen fields. Very competitive sila!"

Is there going to be "pulitika" in the selection of the winner?

Cory quickly replies, "No!"

In most pageants—local or international—reported cases of partiality have been one of the most common problems.

But the beauty and wellness guru assures the public, "It's not gonna happen. Isang factor diyan yung pagpili ng judges, and we chose credible people.

"Isa pa, yung mga girls, ang babait. Parang walang competition."

ACTIVITIES. On September 10, the candidates will be flying to Puerto Prinsesa, where the contest will officially begin. The Swimsuit competition will take place with the Underground River as backdrop.

Cory adds, "We also want to promote tourism, ang ganda ng Pilipinas."

The pre-Pageant gala night is slated for September 13 at the Manila Hotel.

Prizes at stake during the Grand Coronation night: one million pesos, a crown and scepter worth over half a million pesos, and a condo unit courtesy of SM Development Corporation (SMDC ).

"May isang texter na may chance manalo ng condo unit! Vote lang your favorite candidate," Cory announces.

Without much ado, presenting the 25 candidates:

1. Samantha Nerville Purvor

2. Julian Savard

3. Karen Joyce Peñanueva

4. Irene Gabriel

5. Rogelie Catacutan

6. Richelle Therese Borja

7. Charlotte Melissa Tyler

8. Gaydra Rama

9. Martha Chloe Mcculley

10. Princess Tiffany Carbungco

11. Mercy Malaluan

12. Elaine Kay Moll

13. Gwendolyn Ruais

14. Joey Albert Short

15. Jaysel Arrozal

16. Loucelle de Jesus

17. Erin Lane

18. Donna Maricel Cardino

19. Mica Angela Angeles

20. Jayanne Marie Aldanese

21. Mae Liezel Ramos

22. Ma. Paula Bianca Paz

23. Christine Kate Adi

24. Helen Nicolette Henson

25. Erina Ann Lightholder

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