Miss Universe Philippines Cebu
Miss Universe Philippines Cebu is a regional title under the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) organization, representing the province of Cebu in the annual national pageant. The titleholder serves as Cebu’s ambassador, showcasing the province’s culture, heritage, and tourism, while vying for the Miss Universe Philippines crown. Cebu has consistently produced strong contenders in the pageant, often placing highly or winning awards.[1]
History
[edit]The Miss Universe Philippines Cebu title was officially integrated into the Miss Universe Philippines Accredited Partners Program following its separation from Binibining Pilipinas in 2019. Cebu is represented by four designations: Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City and Cebu Province, reflecting the region’s division and diversity.
The titleholder is chosen through local pageants or appointed by provincial organizers. She undergoes rigorous preparation in public speaking, runway skills, and community engagement to represent Cebu on the national stage.[2]
Notable Achievements
[edit]Cebu’s representatives have achieved significant success in the Miss Universe Philippines competition:
- Beatrice Luigi Gomez (Miss Universe Philippines 2021) – The first openly LGBTQ+ winner of MUPH, representing Cebu City. She later advanced to the Miss Universe 2021 pageant in Eilat, Israel, where she placed in the Top 5.[3]
- Gazini Ganados (Miss Universe Philippines 2019) – Representing Talisay, Cebu, Ganados won the Best in National Costume award and placed in the Top 20 at Miss Universe 2019.[4]
Cultural Advocacy
[edit]Miss Universe Philippines Cebu titleholders often promote Cebuano culture, sustainable tourism, and community development. They also emphasize environmental preservation, a cause closely tied to Cebu’s natural beauty and historical landmarks.
Selection Process
[edit]The Miss Universe Philippines Cebu pageant features various segments, including evening gown, swimsuit, and question-and-answer portions. Contestants are judged based on beauty, intelligence, and advocacy. Winners are then prepared for the national competition by local mentors and MUPH officials.
Titleholders
[edit]| Year | Represented | Miss Universe Philippines Cebu | Hometown | Age | Awards | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Cebu City - North | Kris Tiffany Janson | Cebu City | 34 |
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[5] |
| 2025 | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Cebu at Miss Universe Philippines
[edit]| Year | Represented | Candidate | Age[a] | Placement | Awards | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Cebu | Apriel Smith | 24 | Top 16 | [6] | |
| Cebu City | Tracy Maureen Perez | 27 | Top 16 |
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[6] | |
| Mandaue | Lou Dominique Piczon | 24 | Top 16 | [6] | ||
| 2021 | Cebu | Steffi Rose Aberasturi | 27 | 2nd Runner- up |
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[7] |
| Cebu City | Beatrice Luigi Gomez | 26 | Winner |
|
[8] | |
| 2022 | Cebu | Lou Dominique Piczon | 26 | Top 10 |
|
[9] |
| Cebu City | Chantal Elise Schmidt | 20 | Top 10 |
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[10] | |
| Lapu-Lapu City | Sashi Chiesa | 26 | Unplaced | [10] | ||
| Mandaue City | Isabel Luche | 22 | Unplaced |
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[11] | |
| 2023 | Cebu | Emmanuelle Camcam | 28 | Top 18 | [12] | |
| Cebu City | Dianne Padillo | 27 | Unplaced | [13] | ||
| Lapu-Lapu City | Clare Inso | 24 | Unplaced | [13] | ||
| Mandaue City | Breanna Marie Evans | 27 | Withdrew | [13] | ||
| 2024 | Cebu | Kris Tiffany Janson | 34 | Top 10 |
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[14] |
| Mandaue City | Victoria Leslie Ingram | 27 | Unplaced | [14] | ||
| Bantayan Island | Juvel Ducay | 29 | Unplaced | [14] | ||
| Talisay City | Mary Josephine Paaske | 21 | Unplaced | [14] | ||
| Toledo City | Kim Irish Placibe | 19 | Unplaced | [14] | ||
| 2025 | Cebu | TBD | TBD |
- ^ ppiquero (2023-10-19). "Miss Universe Philippines–Cebu officially launched; screening starts November". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ Release, Press (2024-03-08). "CPHI: Championing beauty and strength of Cebu through MUPH Cebu". MyCebu.ph: Re/Discover Cebu. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ ROQUE, NIKA (2024-03-07). "Beatrice Luigi Gomez on inspiring youth, paving way for LGBT community, handling negative comments". GMA News Online. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ "PressReader.com - Digital Newspaper & Magazine Subscriptions". www.pressreader.com. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ Tugonon, Christian (2024-05-22). "Cebu's Kris Tiffany Janson among Miss Universe Philippines' Top 20 Contestants". SunStar Publishing Inc. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ a b c BIGTAS, JANNIELYN ANN (2020-10-25). "Here are the Top 16 candidates of Miss Universe Philippines 2020". GMA News Online. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ "Who is Steffi Rose Aberasturi, Miss Universe Philippines 2021 2nd runner-up?". RAPPLER. 2021-10-05. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ Solano, Joshua Glenn (2021-09-30). "Cebu City's Bea Gomez is Miss Universe Philippines 2021". SunStar Publishing Inc. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ mmarcellones (2022-04-27). "Lou Dominique Piczon highlights Badian's hand-woven art in MUPH national costume". Cebu Daily News. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ a b PANALIGAN, MARISSE (2022-04-30). "Miss Universe Philippines 2022 announces Top 10 candidates". GMA News Online. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ Abad, Ysa (2022-03-14). "Mandaue City's Isabel Luche tops Miss Universe PH headshot challenge". RAPPLER. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ "MUPH 2023 candidate Emmanuelle Vera on last shot at the crown: "I pulled out all the stops today"". PEP.ph. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ a b c "MUPH 2023 Cebu Province candidate reveals she's part of pageant's unannounced top 10". Philstar Life. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ a b c d e Tabiolo, Jewil Anne M. (2024-05-24). "Cebu's pride: The women who shined in Miss Universe Philippines 2024". SunStar Publishing Inc. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
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