Miss Universe 1st Runner Up Admits She Is A Lesbian

The pageant world has been thrown into a tizzy after Patricia Yurena Rodriguez, the Spanish senorita who placed as 1^st Runner Up to Miss Universe 2013 Gabriela Isler of Venezuela finally came out in the open and declared that she is a lesbian.

Miss Universe Last Two Standing 

Patricia declared her sexuality indirectly by posting in her Instagram account a picture of her and her lover Vanesa Cortés, better known by her alter ego Vanessa Klein, a popular singer in her own right.

 

Patricia's Lover is a Senorita

The beautiful Patricia who first won as Miss Espana 2008 wasn’t able to represent her country in the Miss Universe 2008 pageant because of age eligibility. She took part instead in the Miss World tilt where she landed in the Top 15. 

She competed again and won the Miss Espana title and finally represented her country in the 2013 Miss Universe Pageant held in Moscow, Russia where she became good friends with roommate & eventual winner Miss Venezuela. Miss Philippines Ariella Arida was also one of her closest friends.

Miss Venezuela, Miss Philippines & Miss Spain were the last three to enter the Top Five

Had Patricia been crowned Miss Universe instead of Gabriela, it would have been a publicity stunt that Donald Trump would surely milk for all its worth.

Patricia would always be remembered as one of the most stunning candidates to ever grace the Miss Universe stage. 

Good luck and cheers!

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Miss Universe Sizzles in Explosive Yamamay Swimwear

It’s finally summer! And what better way to show off those curves achieved through discipline, hard work and self- restraint than strutting in a skimpy swimwear or worshipping the sun in a teeny- weeny bikini

2013 Miss Universe Molly Isler sizzles in her Yamamay Swimwear, Cancun, Mexico 

Oh by the way, speaking of bikini, it was named after Bikini Atoll somewhere in the Pacific where the atom bomb was first tested in 1946. After all, both the atom bomb and the bikini have the same explosive effects!

The swimsuit would always be synonymous with the Miss Universe crown. After all, it was the refusal of the first Miss America to wear a swimsuit that prompted furious pageant sponsor Catalina Swimwear to look for another pageant where it can promote the brand.

And so was born Miss America’s rival pageant, Miss U.S.A. and eventually, the Miss Universe Pageant. From being a mere excuse to highlight and flaunt a woman’s pulchritude, the Miss Universe Pageant has evolved into a strong global brand and has become the most prestigious international beauty competition

From Catalina Swimwear to Oscar de la Renta and to other swimsuit labels, Miss Universe has become the perfect marketing opportunity to promote swimsuits

During the 2013 Miss Universe Pageant, Yamamay Swimwear from Italy was announced as the pageant’s latest swimsuit brand partner. Right after the pageant, Miss Universe 2013, Venezuela’s Gabriela Isler models the “Yamamay Million Dollar Swimsuit For Miss Universe” during an unveiling ceremony in Moscow November 10, 2013.

Jeweller Flavio Dinacci with Miss U 2013, Yamamay Million Dollar Swimsuit unveiling presscon, 

Moscow, Russia

The swimsuit, which is handcrafted by jewelry manufacturer Dinacci, consists of nearly 200 carats of gemstones such as diamonds, emeralds and rubies, according to Yamamay.

Yamamay Million Dollar Swimsuit for Miss Universe is already available online and in select stores since December 2014 and around the world beginning January this year.

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2013 Bb Pilipinas Gold Queens: Most Successful Batch Ever

The 2013 Bb Pilipinas Gold Edition  Queens really lived up to their billing as they have proven to be the most successful batch of Bb Pilipinas.

Farewell Queens L-R: Cindy, Ara, Bea & Mutya

A Year Ago as Bb Pilipinas Gold Edition Queens

Two international crowns, a runner up finish and a Top Ten placement sum up the performances of our four Bb Pilipinas queens in the international beauty arena

At a time when our country was reeling from natural disasters that came one after the other and causing devastation, desolation and deaths, the achievements of our beauty queens were like rays of sunshine that brought unbridled joy and elation for our kababayans

Ara Arida made it four in a row for the Philippines in the Miss Universe Pageant held in Russia. Her 3^rd RU finish was our fourth Top Five placement in the Miss Universe Pageant

2013 Miss Universe Best in Swimsuit

She silenced her critics and detractors with a stunning swimsuit performance that gave us our first ever Best in Swimsuit award in the Miss U Pageant.

Victorious Homecoming Parade for Bea Rose

Bea Rose Santiago became our country’s fifth Miss International titleholder after wowing the Japanese- dominated panel of judges with her poise and elegance and of course , with her heartfelt speech during the final round

Mutya Johanna Datul became the first Filipina and first Asian to ensnare the Miss Supranational crown  which she won in Belarus. 

Mutya is congratulated by fellow candidates

Mutya is the first Filipina & first Asian to win Miss Supranational

Her sunny disposition, her winsome smile and oodles of charm melted icy Belarus on her way to winning the crown

Finally, Cindy Miranda made the Top Ten in the Miss Tourism Queen International Pageant despite the stiff competition and unpredictable judging

As they passed on their crowns to the 2014 Bb Pilipinas queens,  you can feel the surge of pride and adulation showered on them by a grateful and proud country

But the proudest would have to be Madame Stella Marquez Araneta, the dynamic force behind Bb Pilipinas Charities Inc who has steered the country's most prestigious pageant to where it is now

Long may you reign ladies!

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2013 Miss Universe Gabriela Isler Visits & Cheers Up Coron, Palawan Typhoon Victims

Reigning Miss Universe 2013 Gabriela “Molly” Isler of Venezuela has left a positive impression among Filipinos. 

After a warm welcome and a thunderous reception during the 2014 Bb Pilipinas Pageant, she flew to Coron, Palawan, one of the most devastated islands affected by Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) to conduct a humanitarian mission

Mayor Fems Reyes receives the 25 year-old 2013 Miss Universe in her office for the courtesy call and offers her a breakfast before doing the activities for the day.

Coron Mayor Fems Reyes receives 2013 Miss Universe Molly Isler

Isler who is from Venezuela says she is happy to visit Coron and to see for herself the rehabilitation program the government is currently undertaking to overcome the crisis. 

She will drumbeat for international assistance through the Miss Universe Foundation.

Mr. James Morgan of Catholic Organization for Relief and Development Aid “CORDAID” the group that is coordinating Ms Isler’s visit said “This will be a great chance for Coron to be heard with no less than the reigning Miss Universe speaking in behalf of the Coronians,"  

"Aside from presenting her the present condition of Coron, we will also show her the unique culture of Calamianes. She will observe local tradition, songs and war and marriage dances," Reyes says.

Isler's heart was broken a day after she was crowned Miss Universe when the super typhoon hit Philippines. And she can't sit down there doing nothing.

"That's why I went to Coron. I want to empower more women and children and become role model to them. I want to help the community," the Good Samaritan beauty queen says.

Isler always remembers what her mother told her. "She taught me that life is all about karma. If you give, the more will be given to you. I love to help people and get this chance to be a role model not only for beauty but also for charity," she told reporters in Manila.

Her day in Coron will be spent with indigenous people in Bgy. Banuang Daan, Coron Island.

Reyes, the lady mayor of the town says Isler's visit means a lot for the rehabilitation efforts of the local government.

"More projects are coming in to the extent that we run out of technical people to do various programs of work. Most of the assistance came from international governments and foreign organizations.

Local foundations and LGUs are also extending assistance through construction and repair of basic facilities such as school, health center, housing, and medicines. With the Miss Universe's visit, we are expecting to hear more good news for Coronians," Reyes says.

AirJuan, the airline company that opens Coron to Puerto Princesa route recently, is the official carrier of Miss Universe's trip to Coron.

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When Miss World Met Miss Universe

This week was quite an exciting one for pageant watchers. 

You see, reigning Miss Universe Gabriela Isler of Venezuela and Miss World Megan Young of the Philippines were both invited to judge the 2014 Miss Russia pageant which by the way has the best prize package among all pageants in the entire world

2013 Miss Universe

2013 Miss World

Megan even celebrated her 24th birthday with the company of Miss Universe and outgoing Miss Russia Elmira Abdrazakova who by the way competed in both Miss Universe and Miss World pageants last year

Here are some of their unforgettable moments during the 2014 Miss Russia Pageant

Miss World & Miss Universe with the newly- crowned 2014 Miss Russia

The two reigning titleholders of the most prestigious international beauty titles are a nice study in contrast. 

Miss Universe is confidently beautiful and represents the cosmopolitan woman who is successful, driven and fashionable while Miss World exudes the vibes of a fresh and vibrant lady who is beautiful inside and out

Contrasting yet so similar in their ways and manners. Isn't it a wonder that both won their respective pageants in a convincing manner?

Hoping that Gabriela "Molly" will have the chance to meet Megan when the former visits the Philippines on March 30 to judge in the 2014 Bb Pilipinas Pageant

Here's the link to: Miss Universe to Judge Bb Pilipinas 2014

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