Hopes are high that the Philippines will make a strong showing in the upcoming Miss World finals this December in Sanya, China after the 27 candidates of Miss World Philippines 2015 were presented to the press on Tuesday, September 29.
This year’s batch comprise of a mixed selection of pageant veterans, talented individuals from North to South of the country. They are:
1 Ma Vanessa Wright
2 Jannie Loudette Alipo-on
3 Danica Macabangon
4 Shiela Mae Torino
5 Christelle Abello
6 Janelle Tee
7 Ma Jackielyn Dulay
8 Kiarangiel Gregorio
9 Mona Mahmound Hammad
10 Tweena Pagulayan
11 Alexie Marie Ibabao
12 Emma Mary Tiglao
13 Avonlea Paraiso
14 Marita Cassandra Naidas
15 Erica Mari De Castro
16 Erica Rose Bayani
17 Jessica Rose McEwen
18 Leitz Camyll Ang
19 Diana Pinto
20 Mariah Nilo
21 Mia Allyson Howell
22 Vianca Louise Marcelo
23 Janette Roanne Sturm
24 Jeddahliz Maltezo
25 Casey Anne Austria
26 Grapes Pacara
27 Hillarie Danielle Parungao
“We are continuously and intensely focused on the Miss World crown especially after Megan Young gave the Philippines its first victory in 2013,” said Cory Quirino, MWP national director.
The Miss World Philippines 2015 finals night will take place on October 18 at The Theater in Solaire Resorts and Casino and will be aired live on GMA Network.
But before the finals, the candidates will be involved in pre-pageant activities. The official swimsuit segment of Miss World Philippines will be shot in Ilocos Sur from October 6 to 8. The Sports challenge titled “Race to Greatness – Guro to Pangulo” will be held on October 10 at the Quirino Grandstand in commemoration of former president Elpidio Quirino’s 125th birth anniversary. The Fashion Runway challenge will be held at the Gala Charity Night on October 12 at the New Fiesta Pavillion of the Manila Hotel.
The MWP official mobile app for online updates on the pageant was also launched. Pageant enthusiasts will be able to have a “look into the heart and mind of every Miss World Philippines candidate”.
