Category Archives: Beauty Pageants

Megan Young Was Denied To Screen For The Binibining Pilipinas 2013?

I was just about to go to sleep when I got a tweet suggesting that Megan Young might have been turned down by the Binibining Pilipinas Organization for their 50th annual beauty pageant. I immediately checked the Missosology pageant site for confirmation. While there’s no official word from Megan herself, the tweets from her handler Jonas Gaffud and a close associate strongly imply that Megan didn’t pass the screening process; in fact, she didn’t even get the opportunity to screen at all.

Megan has been a heavy favorite of many pageant fans since last year, and this year, she was supposedly training very hard for the pageant, but alas, the stars and the whole universe are against her.

Megan's tweets four hours ago.
Megan’s tweets four hours ago.

Apparently, there was an “emergency screening” that happened yesterday afternoon, and this is one of the results of that sad day.

One of Megan's shot for Rogue Magazine last year which cost her disqualification for screening this year and EVER!
One of Megan’s photos for Rogue Magazine last year which cost her disqualification for screening this year and EVER!

The organization’s view of these types of things is so outdated! Many aspirants worldwide were allowed to compete in their national pageant (some even posing nude), and Megan’s shot is for a fashion magazine, for jeez sake! It irks me that they are being so uptight about this. When will they stop wasting beautiful modern Filipinas? 

I am now hoping that Megan will join the rival pageant of Binibini, The Miss World Philippines, and aim to get the first blue crown for the Philippines! Madame Stella’s loss is Cory Quirino’s gain!

For the record, the report about her disqualification hasn’t been 100% confirmed yet. I’m still hoping for Megan to be allowed to join and give the candidates this year a run for their money and high heels!

Is Megan Young 2013 Binibining Pilipinas Bound?

The uber-gorgeous Megan Young - is she the one?
The uber-gorgeous Megan Young – is she the one?

A lot of rumors and speculations are spreading around the blogosphere about the young actress “finally” joining the 50th edition of the Binibining Pilipinas. After the first runner-up feat of Janine Tugonon from last year’s Miss Universe, Pinoy netizens and pageant fans alike are already on the lookout for the next representative who could finally win that elusive third Miss Universe crown for the Philippines.

Megan Young, a talent from ABS-CBN, is considered the best representative for the said pageant only if she decides to submit an application first and pass the screening process of the Binibining Pilipinas Organization.

Last year, she was heavily rumored “to join” the national pageant but allegedly backed out up to the last minute for unknown reasons – or maybe this would explain it.

In any case, if ever Miss Young finally decides to join the pageant, I’m pretty sure that she’ll have the utmost advantage of being a celebrity and having legions of pageant fans supporting her, including myself, so best of luck, Megan!

My Miss Universe 2012 Is Miss Philippines – Janine Tugonon!

Janine during the Binibining Pilipinas 2012 Parade Of Beauties.

Janine during the Binibining Pilipinas 2012 Parade Of Beauties.

I am joining the herds of pageant fans thinking that it should’ve been Janine Tugonon, Miss Universe Philippines 2012 who should be wearing the Miss Universe Diamond Nexus crown today but the decision has been made and Miss USA – Olivia Culpo was declared the brightest star in the Universe. Olivia isn’t on my Top 16 list after the preliminary competition and I only placed her 11th on my prediction which I posted in a popular pageant site missosology. I guess, it wasn’t really the time for the Philippines to win its third Miss Universe crown – not just yet.

Here's Janine after the 2012 Bb.Pilipinas Coronation Night and yours truly photobombing the queen! Haha (nah - can't get the chance to hold her then LOL)

Here’s Janine after the 2012 Bb.Pilipinas Coronation Night and yours truly photobombing the queen! Haha (nah – didn’t get the chance to hold her then LOL)

I’ve been vocal about not being the biggest fan of Janine Tugonon ever since she joined the Binibining Pilipinas 2011 but I already accepted the fact that she’d be the one to carry the Philippine flag so I just prayed that she’ll be able to carry on the achievements of Venus Raj and Shamcey Supsup. I was proven wrong several times by this girl with her sheer determination and perseverance to prove her critics wrong and be a great representative of our country.

Today in Manila and last night in Las Vegas, Janine showed the world what a true Filipina is – beautiful, intelligent and sophisticated. I am very proud of what she have accomplished and even if she didn’t win the crown, in my heart and in the hearts of every Filipino – she is the Miss Universe 2012.

Relive Janine’s night and her incredible performance representing the 7,107 islands of the Philippines!

Janine Tugonon’s National Costume For Miss Universe 2012

The National Costume Presentation of Miss Philippines Janine Tugonon at the 2012 Miss Universe Parade Of Nation. via OPMB WORLDWIDE

The National Costume Presentation of Miss Philippines Janine Tugonon at the 2012 Miss Universe Parade Of Nation. via OPMB WORLDWIDE

‘better late than never aye “) Everyone’s been raving about this Maranaw-inspired traditional costume designed by  Pitoy Moreno. It’s a far fetched costume from the usual “terno” that our representatives have been wearing from the past years. I actually loved it and Janine carried it with class and elegance! Way to represent Janine!

My Top 16 For Miss Universe 2012 After The Preliminary Competition!

 I just finished reviewing the Miss Universe 2012 preliminary competition and I sure had a tough time grading each delegate’s performances. I came up with my top 16 (17 that is, because there’s a tie for the last spot.) My Top 16 is based solely on the telecast preliminary and does not include their interview (obviously.) Last year, I got eight over 16 and three of my choices were part of the finalists (Miss Universe 2011 – Angola, 3rd runner-up Philippines and 4th runner-up China.)  I’m hoping that I’d get more this year haha. Who are your top 16?

MY TOP 16 / 17

1. Puerto Rico - Bodine Koehler

1. Puerto Rico – Bodine Koehler

2. Venezuela - Irene Esser 95

2. Venezuela – Irene Esser 

3. Cayman Islands - Lindsay Japal

3. Cayman Islands – Lindsay Japal

3.2 Philippines - Janine Tugonon

3.2 Philippines – Janine Tugonon

5. The Netherlands - Nathalie Den Dekker

5. The Netherlands – Nathalie Den Dekker

6. Peru - Nicole Faveron

6. Peru – Nicole Faveron

7. Czech Republic - Tereza Chlebovská

7. Czech Republic – Tereza Chlebovská

7. 2 Sri Lanka - Sabrina Herft

7. 2 Sri Lanka – Sabrina Herft

9. South Africa - Melinda Bam

9. South Africa – Melinda Bam

10. El Salvador - Ana Yancy Clavel

10. El Salvador – Ana Yancy Clavel

11. Ecuador - Carolina Aguirre

11. Ecuador – Carolina Aguirre

12. Poland - Marcelina Zawadzka

12. Poland – Marcelina Zawadzka

13. Mexico - Karina Gonzalez

13. Mexico – Karina Gonzalez

14. France - Marie Payet

14. France – Marie Payet

14.1 Georgia - Tamar Shedania

14.1 Georgia – Tamar Shedania

14.2 Jamaica - Chantal Zaky

14.2 Jamaica – Chantal Zaky

14.3 Thailand - Nuptimon Farida Waller

14.3 Thailand – Nuptimon Farida Waller

1. Puerto Rico 97.83333
2. Venezuela 95
3. Cayman Islands 94.83333
3.2 Philippines 94.83333
5. Netherlands 94.16667
6. Peru 93.66667
7. Czech Republic 93.16667
7.2 Sri Lanka 93.16667
9. South Africa 93
10. El Salvador 92.83333
11. Ecuador 92.16667
12. Poland 92
13. Mexico 91.83333
14. France 91.66667
14. 1 Georgia 91.66667
14.2 Jamaica 91.66667
14.3 Thailand 91.66667
*the 16th place will be the people’s choice garnering the most online votes worlwide.

My Top 20 Delegates

My Miss Universe 2012 Top 20

PaddylastInc Miss Universe 2012 Preliminary Competition  – Click to check out my complete analysis for the evening gown and swimsuit round of the preliminary competition.  -photos via Miss Universe

Janine Tugonon’s Official Evening Gown For Miss Universe 2012

The preliminary competition concluded last night in Las Vegas and just a few hours ago here in Manila and I’m still reviewing the performances of the 89 contestants to come up with my Top 16! While doing so, here’s our very own Janine Tugonon in her “official evening gown” during the Evening Gown portion of the prelims. What do you think of the gown and how she sashay with it? Love it or hate it?

Janine Tugonon Official Evening Gown2

Janine Tugonon Official Evening Gown

pictures via OPMB Worldwide

Janine Tugonon’s Glamour Shot / Fadil Shot for Miss Universe 2012

Here’s Miss Universe-Philippines’ Janine Tugonon looking so fierce and hot in her Miss Universe glamor shot also known as her “Fadil Shot” shot by the Miss Universe Organization’s official photographer Fadil Berisha. This in my opinion is one of the best glam shots this edition! It can rival Venus Raj’s 2010 Fadil shot but we all know no one can topped Queen V. 🙂 Things are looking good for Janine based on her candid and official pictures. I’m hoping that these would translate into the prelims and the finals! Go Janine!

Janine Tugonon's Fadil Shotpictures via missosology

Janine Tugonon’s Evening Gown Portrait For Miss Universe 2012

Janine Tugonon Evening Gown PortraitHere’s Janine posing for the camera wearing this yellow chiffon beaded gown. In all honesty, this gown isn’t working at all. The color does suit Janine’s skintone but the design is horrific. It looks dated and too heavy for her. I am hoping that she’d use a different evening gown come preliminaries and finals night just like what Venus and Shamcey did during their stints.

Venus Raj MUP 2010 Shamcey MUP 2011

photos via missuniverse.com

Janine Tugonon’s Swimsuit Shot For Miss Universe 2012!

Miss Universe Philippines 2012 - Janine Tugonon

Here’s Miss Universe-Philippines 2012 killing this swimsuit shot at the on-going Miss Universe pageant in Las Vegas. I’m awestruck upon seeing this photo because this is a totally different Janine from the national pageant. She’s got a rocking body and look at those bone structures! ‘girl better nail the Evening Gown shot easily because  right now, she’s one of the biggest forces to reckon with!

Also, please do not forget to vote for her HERE. Read picture below for the mechanics.

Vote For Janine

photos via missosology

On The Scene With Shamcey Supsup For Miss Universe 2012!

Shamcey During The Miss Universe 2011 Evening Gown Competition

Shamcey During The Miss Universe 2011 Evening Gown Competition

The Miss Universe Organization officially announced on their site that our very own Miss Universe 2011 third runner-up Shamcey Supsup was chosen to host the web series of this year’s Miss Universe 2012 aptly titled “On The Scene” bringing the pageant’s fans  exclusive  behind the scenes footage of the events leading to the finals on December 19.

On The Scene With Shamcey Supsup

Watch her on the official Miss Universe Youtube Channel at www.youtube.com/OfficialMissUniverse 

Goodluck Shamcey girl! We’re so proud of you 🙂