Binibining Pilipinas Proclaims New Queens for 2014

Binibining Pilipinas, the country’s most prestigious beauty pageant, proclaimed its new queens for 2014 in a glamorous, highly-charged show at the Smart Araneta Coliseum last March 30.
The pageant was a star-studded affair with the participation of Miss Universe 2013 Gabriela Isler and Russian singer-songwriter Emin. Gabriela led this year’s Board of Judges, while Emin serenaded the candidates with his hits. ABS-CBN stars Xian Lim and Anne Curtis, and beauty queens Shamcey Supsup, Venus Raj, and Janine Tugonon hosted the event.
The 2014 Binibining Pilipinas Queens are:
Mary Jean Lastimosa, Miss Universe Philippines 2014
Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti, Binibining Pilipinas International 2014
Yvethe Marie Santiago, Binibining Pilipinas Supranational 2014
Kris Tiffany Janson, Binibining Pilipinas Intercontinental 2014
Parul Shah, Binibining Pilipinas Tourism 2014
Laura Victoria Lehmann, Binibining Pilipinas 2014 1st Runner Up
Hannah Ruth Sison, Binibining Pilipinas 2014 2nd Runner Up

Rounding up the Top 15 Semifinalists were Julian Aurine Flores, Joanna Angelica Romero, Pia Wurtzbach, Emma Mary Tiglao, Zahara Mae Soriano, Mae Liezel Ramos, Kenneth Santiago, Nichole Marie Manalo.
The candidates who received special awards were:
BEST IN NATIONAL COSTUME: Kris Tiffany Janson
MISS TALENT: Gabrielle Erika Tilokani
BEST IN SWIMSUIT: Mary Jean Lastimosa
BEST IN LONG GOWN: Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti
MISS PHOTOGENIC: Kris Tiffany Janson
MISS FRIENDSHIP: Racquel Kabigting
MISS CREAM SILK: Yvethe Marie Santiago
MISS PHILIPPINE AIRLINES: Pia Wurtzbach
SHE’S SO JAG AWARD: Pia Wurtzbach
MANILA BULLETIN READER’S CHOICE AWARD: Ladylyn Riva
BB. AVON: Yvethe Marie Santiago

This year’s queens will try to match, or even exceed the back-to-back victories of Miss Universe 2013 3rd runner up Ariella Arida, Miss International 2013 Bea Rose Santiago, Miss Supranational 2013 Mutya Johanna Datul, and Miss Tourism Queen International 2013 Finalist Cindy Miranda, in their respective pageants.
The Binibining Pilipinas 2014 pageant is presented by the Araneta Center, ABS-CBN, Cream Silk, PLDT Home, JAG Jeans, AVON, PAGCOR, Titan Watches—the official watch sponsor, PAGCOR, Manhattan Garden City, Pizza Hut, Lactacyd White Intimate, Philippine Airlines, Sofitel—the official residence, Manila Bulletin—the official print partner, David’s Salon, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Gold’s Gym, J.A.C. Motors, Picture City, Dale Carnegie Training Center, Entrepreneur School of Asia, Charter Ping An Insurance Corporation, and Raymond Saldaña Photography.
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Binibining Pilipinas- Bigger and Better beyond 50 Years

Bininbining Pilipinas, the country’s most prestigious beauty pageant, goes even bigger as it ventures beyond 50 years at the 2014 Grand Coronation Night today at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Following the back to back victories of Miss Universe 2013 3rd Runner Up Ariella Arida, Ms. Supranational 2013 Johanna Datul and Ms. International Bea Rose Santiago, much anticipation is in the air for the next batch of Binibinis who will represent the Philippines in the world stage.

Making this year’s pageant even more exciting is the addition of the new title, Ms. Intercontinental, Founded in 1973 and currently run in Panama City by the World Beauty Organization, the pageant has come to be known as the ‘United Nations of Glamour and Beauty Organization’ , showcasing the worlds most poised, stunning women.
This is the 5th title under Binibining Pilipinas, in addition to Ms. Universe , Ms. Supranatural, Ms. International and Ms. Tourism Queen International. Two runners up shall also be crowned during the pageant .
The pageant has been a star-studded with the participation of no less than Ms. Universe 2013 Gabriella Isler of Venezuela and Russian Pop Superstar Emin. Gabriela is slated to participate in judging his hits and senerading the candidates. Local celebrities Xian Lim and Anne Curtis and beauty queens Shamcey Supsup and Venus Raj will also be hosting the event.
But the main stars of the show are the forty candidates who have undertaken rigorous training for the pageant  From over one hundred aspirants in January, the chosen 40 have since undergone training sessions from pasarela to makeup and styling to personality development. They have also taken part in various sponsors visits, and TV guestings.

Beyond beauty
This year’s staging of the Binibining Pilipinas is also made more meaningful, as it displays not only beautiful faces but beautiful, golden hearts. In between their busy training schedules, the candidates supported the Gawad Kalinga’s movement towards environmental and social engineering by painting houses in the GK Escopa Village. Pushing the goal further, the ladies also held educational activities with the children in the community.
Binibining Pilipinas also partnered with the Red Cross. In line with the organization’s mantra of volunteerism, the candidates took part in hands on training on emergency response. The girls led a special motorcade across Marikina City to raise awareness on Fire Prevention Month and call for volunteers for the Philippine Red Cross. The ladies also supported the Philippine Red Cross’ humanitarian efforts for indigents with a special gift giving session during the day.
The special guests for the pageant will also be aligning with the Binibining Pilipinas’ charity efforts. As part of her Philippine itinerary, Miss Universe 2013 Gabriela Isler of Venezuela flew to Coron, Palawan to spend time and do outreach work to a depressed community. Emin has also pledged to donate the proceeds from his single, ‘In Another Life’ to Typhoon Yolanda relief efforts.
The Binibining Pilipinas 2014 pageant is presented by the Araneta Center, ABS-CBN, Cream Silk , PLDT Home, JAG Jeans, AVON, PAGCOR, Titan Watches the official watch sponsor, PAGCOR, Manhattan Garden City, Pizza Hut, Lactacyd White Intimate, Philippine Airlines, Sofitel, Phil. Daily Inquirer, Gold’s Gym, J.A.C. Motors, Picture City, Dale Carnegie Training Center, Entrepreneur School of Asia, Charter Ping Insurance Corporation, and Raymond Saldana Photography

Binibinis celebrate International Women’s Day

GIRL POWER – Binibining Pilipinas 2014 candidates show off women’s rights signs with Mr. Brian Poe, Head of the Research Team—Office of Senator Grace Poe- Llamanzares
The 40 candidates of the Binibining Pilipinas celebrated International Women’s Day last March 8 at the Gateway Cinema 5 in a film showing of documentary Girl Rising sponsored by SPARK Philippines Inc (Samahan ng Mga Pilipina para sa Reporma at Kaunlaran), J. Amado Araneta Foundation, and the Araneta Center.
The movie featured the inspiring stories of nine girls all over the world who were born into unforgiving circumstances but overcame adversity. The event also hosted thought-provoking talks on women empowerment from Ms. Czarina Medina-Guce, Executive Director, Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines; Mr. Brian Poe- Llamanzares, Head of the Research Team—Office of Senator Grace Poe- Llamanzares; Bai Rohaniza Sumndad-Usman, Founder, Teach Peace Build Peace Movement; and Zorayda Amelia Alonzo, SPARK Philippines Inc. President.
As representatives of the Philippines to the most prestigious pageants worldwide, the Binibinis embody Filipinas’ strength and character and are champions of women empowerment. In an interview, the girls share their thoughts on women’s rights, gender equality and International Women’s Day.
What can women do for society?
“Women can do a lot of things in society, and we are privileged to be living in an age where we can enjoy freedom to pursue things we want to do and achieve. For me, as a Binibini, I can inspire women to become better versions of themselves and we advocate women to be empowered Filipinas.”—Binibini No. 31 Angelique Celine De Leon
What are the biggest issues for women that we should address?
“I read somewhere that the Philippines is a hotbed for human trafficking, and women are the most susceptible to this. There are women who are being exploited and violated and they were not given the choice to say no. So I think we should promote projects to push awareness on human trafficking.”—Binibini No. 5 Hanna Mariz dela Guerra
What are your realizations this Women’s month?
“This day made me realize the importance of gender equality—that women deserve to be treated equally with men and that women are able and capable of reaching their dreams. As a girl who underwent struggles in my life, I keep these thoughts in mind to fuel me to achieve my goals.”—Binibini No. 36 Krystal Alonday
Who are the women you look up to?
“I work with Noraida Abdullah Karim in CFSI (Community and Family Services International) and she is someone I look up to. She is a multi-awarded social worker who specializes in psychosocial care, and she has helped counsel countless women and children who underwent traumatic experiences in war-torn Mindanao. I admire her because of her passion for the advocacy.”—Binibini No. 22 Mary Anne Bianca G. Guidotti
What can you say about gender equality in the Philippines?
“We are blessed that the Philippines is ranked number 5 in the world for gender equality based on a survey. But at the same time, there are still problems that need to be addressed like abuse in women. But it’s a good thing that we have programs that cater to the abused and empower women.”—Binibini No. 3 Joanna Angelica Romero
If you were to win Bb Pilipinas, what advocacy would you have for women?
“I want to have an organization that would foster and support sexually abused teenagers. Like a big sister-little sister project that would help the victims. Because of my exposure to so many news stories on rape and abuse, it became something I feel strongly about.”—Binibini No. 28 Carla Jenina Lizardo
As a beauty queen, how would you help promote women’s rights?
“I would advocate gender equality. Everyone should be treated with mutual respect. Your race, your religion, your culture, or where you’re from—these things shouldn’t matter. Women should have the freedom to achieve anything they want in life.”—Binibini No. 4 Parul Shah
What can you say about the women’s day festivities in the Philippines?
“I am happy that there is a day for women to be recognized and it’s also an important day for us to be aware of women’s issues. I think awareness is key to solve a lot of social issues women are facing.”—Binibini No. 1 Julian Aurine Flores

Candidate no. 4 Parul Shah shows off her support for education for women at the Women’s Day celebration of Spark Philippines Inc., J. Amado Araneta Foundation, and Araneta Center

Joanna Angelica Romero, Mary Ainjely Manalo and Julian Aurine Flores stand up for women’s rights and display empowerment signs at the recently concluded Women’s Day Celebration at the Araneta Center

Binibining Pilipinas 2014 Top 40 Officially Presented to Media

Forty of the country’s most beautiful Filipinas were presented to the members of the press and other guests during the Binibining Pilipinas 2014 Official Press Presentation held 19rh of February at the Luzon Ballroom of the Sofitel Hotel Manila. It was a very exciting day filled with glamorous young women full of adrenalins and wisdom that gives hope to the future of our country.

  The stunning young Filipinas who came from all over the Philippines walked the ramp in front of sponsors, guests, and the media. The 40 beauty queen hopefuls were trimmed down from over a hundred aspirants during the rigorous four-day screening back in January.

Since 1964, the Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc. (BPCI) has been the country’s prestigious discoverer and trainer of young ladies who represent us in well-known international beauty tilts.  In a span of five decades, BPCI has proven its caliber as a credible institution that eyes these potential candidates, vaunting a resume that begins with Gloria Diaz’s Miss Universe win in 1969. In the last few years, the Philippines has been rising through the ranks as a beauty powerhouse with the impressive top five finishes of Venus Raj, Shamcey Supsup, Janine Tugonon, and Ariella Arida in the last four Miss Universe contests.
Last year’s golden batch of winners, led by Miss International 2013 Bea Rose Santiago and Miss Supranational 2013 Johanna Datul, Miss Universe 2013 3^rd runner up Ariella Arida, and Miss Tourism Queen International 2013 Top 10 finalist Cindy Miranda, brought immense pride to the country by doing well in their respective international competitions.

This year’s roster of candidates include local pageant winners, graduates from top schools, artists, working professionals, and models who went through months of extensive training even before they joined the pageant.
The 2014 Binibining Pilipinas candidates still have a lot on their plates leading up to the Grand Coronation Night. The Fashion Show is set on March 6, and the much-anticipated Parade of Beauties will be held on March 22. The Grand Coronation Night will be held on March 30 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum and telecast live at ABS-CBN.
Miss Universe 2013 Maria Gabriela Isler of Venezuela and Russian pop star Emin will be two of the special guests in the Binibining Pilipinas 2014 Grand Coronation Night. Gabriela will be one of the judges during the pageant and will help crown this year’s winners, while Emin will lead the list of the hotly-anticipated performers in the 51^st edition of the most prestigious beauty contest in the country. Tickets are available through Ticketnet Online www.ticketnet.com.ph or inquire at (02) 911 5555.
The Binibining Pilipinas 2013 pageant is presented by the Araneta Center, ABS-CBN, PLDT Home, JAG Jeans, AVON, PAGCOR, Titan Watches—the official watch sponsor, Manhattan Garden City, Pizza Hut, Sofitel—the official residence, Manila Bulletin—the official print partner, David’s Salon, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Gold’s Gym, J.A.C. Motors, Picture City, Dale Carnegie Training Center, Entrepreneur School of Asia, Charter Ping An Insurance Corporation, and Raymond Saldaña Photography.
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Binibining Pilipinas 2014 Candidates Got Talent on Valentines Day

Nine of the 40 Candidates in Binibining Pilipinas 2014 regaled members of the press, shoppers and couples out on a date as they showcased their talents during the Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Talent Show held February 14 at the Farmer’s Plaza Activity area.
This years roster of talented beauties impressed the crowd with their talents in singing and dancing. The list of judges included Ms. Universe 2013 3rd Runner up Ariella Arida, Ms. Supra Natural 2013 Mutya Johanna Datul, ABS-CBN Creative Director Chris Violago, and choreographer Joan Laygo.
    
    
Several of the future beauty queens choose to sing to the awestruck crowd . Candidate no. 10 Shauna Indra Salina Curran, sang Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep”. Half Scottish Shauna is a Radio DJ  in Baguio. Candidate 27 Hannah Ruth Sison belted out her own rendition of “For the first time in Forever”. Candidate no. 32 Jeslyn Santos from Hagonoy Bulacan got audiences swooning when she sang “Weak”, and Candidate no. 33 Gabrilelle Ericka Tiokani of Mandaluyong exhibited her vocal chips via Rihanna’s hit song “Diamonds.”
    
    
The other candidates meanwhile stirred up the crowd with their dancing skills. Candidate no. 7 Aiza Faeldonia of Sultan Kudarat showed of her skill and her pride in her home province by performing the Moslem dance Singkil. Candidate no. 12 Sarah Jireh Asido of Balagtas Bulacan, also proudly showed off another ethnic dance with traditional instruments, while candidate no. 14 Emma Mary Tiglao danced to “Ati Cu Pung Singsing” a traditional Filipino song
Candidate no 31 Angelique Celine DeLeon on the other hand, performed a rousing hip hop number to a medley of Beyonce’s hit son gs, while candidate no 37 Vanessa Saliba amazed the audience with her belly dancing routine.
Before the Talent competition got underway, the 40 Official Candidates and the audience were serenaded by Josh Padilla, a singer, actor , and commercial model. The event was hosted by Bb. Pilipinas International 2008 Patricia Fernandez and United Promotions Sales and Marketing Manager Gines Enriquez.
The winner of Best in Talent will be proclaimed during the Binibining Pilipinas 2014 Grand Coronation Night at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on March 30.
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