The search for the next MissUniverse is on! Get to know Philippines' representative Celeste Cortesi, the 24-year-old stunner from Pasay who bested 31 other candidates to clinch her second crown from a national pageant.
during the pageant’s coronation night on Saturday, April 30.
Her experience shone in Miss Universe Philippines’ preliminary activities: she topped the casting video challenge, and placed as runners-up in the headshot and swimsuit challenges, making her one of the early bets to make it to the pageant’s official candidates. In an interview after the pageant, Celeste called her win a testament to her hard work. “I am excited for what’s next. I can’t wait to start my training, I can’t wait to work with the organization. This is what I wanted for a long, long time,” she said.
On coronation night, Celeste also talked about how her Italian and Filipino heritage makes her put greater value on her family. “If there is something that my mom always taught me, [it] is to be grateful for your family, for your loved ones, and the people around you. Because when you’re grateful and kind, people will also be kind and grateful for you,” she said.
With her platform as a beauty queen, Celeste wants to inspire other women to be informed. “I would tell young women to first of all, read. If you read, you will be able to be aware of what’s happening in your country and also all over the world. You have to remember that reading information is key and power,” she said during the preliminary interviews.
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
How to vote for Philippines' Celeste Cortesi into Miss Universe 2022 semifinalsPageant fans can start voting for Philippines' bet Celeste Cortesi for her to reach the semifinals at the 71st edition of Miss Universe. Miss Universe
Read more »
Celeste Cortesi visits Marawi for advocacy work: 'An experience that truly changed my life'Celeste Cortesi recently went on a trip to Marawi for advocacy work and it became a life-changing experience for the beauty queen.
Read more »
LOOK: Celeste Cortesi’s official photo for Miss Universe 2022The search for the next MissUniverse is on and the Philippines’ Celeste Cortesi is all set for the competition! 👑
Read more »