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My Miss Universe 2012 Is Miss Philippines – Janine Tugonon!

Posted on December 20, 2012 | Leave a comment
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!

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Janine Tugonon’s National Costume For Miss Universe 2012

Posted on December 16, 2012 | Leave a comment
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!

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

Posted on December 15, 2012 | 2 comments

 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

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Janine Tugonon’s Official Evening Gown For Miss Universe 2012

Posted on December 14, 2012 | 7 comments

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

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

Posted on December 8, 2012 | 1 comment

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

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Janine Tugonon’s Evening Gown Portrait For Miss Universe 2012

Posted on December 8, 2012 | 7 comments

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

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Janine Tugonon’s Swimsuit Shot For Miss Universe 2012!

Posted on December 7, 2012 | 2 comments

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

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On The Scene With Shamcey Supsup For Miss Universe 2012!

Posted on December 5, 2012 | Leave a comment
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 🙂

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Miss Universe Philippines Janine Tugonon’s Transformation!

Posted on November 28, 2012 | 3 comments

taken this year during the parade of beauties and after the pageant night

I was not a big fan of 2011 Binibining Pilipinas first runner-up Janine Tugonon’s decision in joining the Binibining Pilipinas this year because I do not think that she was ready. If I’m being honest, I’d say that she’s not in good shape during the national pageant in April and I was a bit frustrated that she won the most important title of the evening. I was rooting for another candidate then and went home disappointed. ‘Lo and behold though, after seven months of rigorous training  – Janine went from being a clapper to a possible winner in this year’s Miss Universe to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada on December 19.

Janine’s beauty reminds me of Miss Universe 1999 first runner-up Miriam Quiambao and her mannerisms are that of Miss Universe 2011 third runner-up Shamcey Supsup which I think will be a lethal combination come next month.

Here are the latest glam shots of Janine showing her new curves and queenly aura! Is Janine destined to be our country’s third Miss Universe or will she be able to achieve the success of Venus and Shamcey placing in the top five from the last two edition of the pageant? All I can do is wish her good luck and offer my prayer that she may bring honor to our country! Mabuhay ka Janine!

glam shots courtesy of bbpilipinas and opmbworldwide

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Miss Universe 2012 Is Back In Las Vegas!!!

Posted on September 27, 2012 | Leave a comment

The Miss Universe Organization just confirmed that this year’s Miss Universe will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino on December 19. This would be the fourth time the city is hosting the most prestigious beauty pageant in the world!

Will our very own Janine Tugonon get the same support Venus Raj received in 2010 where she placed 4th runner-up? I think Yes!

So see you in Vegas folks!!!

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