Mutya sa Bohol 1986: Gemma Manding

 1986 Mutya sa Bohol Gemma Manding

 It was 1986 and the Yellow Fever had swept the entire Philippines. The unassuming widow of martyr Ninoy Aquino named Corazon “Cory” Cojuangco Aquino and who had just been installed as Philippine President had taken the country by storm. 

Never before had a private citizen captured the imagination of a country and this happened after the historic EDSA People Power Revolution ended peacefully with the Marcoses fleeing to Hawaii.

It was under this scenario that Gemma R. Manding won the Mutya sa Bohol 1986 crown. The year before, Gemma made it to the winners’circle in the Search for Tagbilaran’s Five Prettiest. Her co- winners in the 1985 search were Liza Laway, Leah Castano, Helena Monton & Josephine Manigque.

 Gemma with her parents & sister

Born to Teofilo Oppus Manding & Prudencia Ingking Reyes, Gemma was a BS Civil Engineering student at the University of San Carlos, Talamban Campus, Cebu. After her reign as Mutya sa Bohol, she fulfilled her dream of becoming a licensed engineer but the free- spirited & adventurous Emay took a different career path. 

She applied and got accepted as a Philippine Airlines flight attendant. She eventually got into the international flight assignment and presently, she is a PAL Flight Purser.

She married her long- time boyfriend Bebiano “Beben” Mutia Inting who is now in his last term as Tagbilaran City Councilor with whom she  has three kids, namely; Gabrielle Beatrice “Gaille”, Gianfranco Bien “Gian” & Genina Bianca “Gena”

  Your Blogger with Gemma


  

This year’s Miss Bohol candidates & organizers got a pleasant surprise when the still fabulous Gemma dropped by during their public speaking workshop to give them a pep talk on being a beauty queen & answer questions on being a flight attendant.

 with some of the 2015 Miss Bohol girls

Gemma was supposed to attend the Miss Bohol 2015 tribute for past winners but her 35^th DWCT HS Reunion got in the way.

 

with  HS Class 1980 Berdeth, Gemma, Madelyn & Oua 

Hoping to see you next year Gemma! Long may you reign!

Road to Miss Bohol 2015 #2: Meet Miss Alicia

The Municipality of Alicia won its first- ever Miss Bohol crown just two years ago courtesy of Brigette Burato who dominated the field with a very polished and consistent performance.

This year, the municipality is fielding 16 year old Erin Kate Corre Javellana who was crowned Miss Alicia 2015 last January 17

During the same pageant, she also scooped the Best in Interview & Best in Evening Gown awards.

The pageant served as the highlight of the town’s foundation day which is celebrated every 18th of January.

2015 Miss Bohol Coverage & Updates 

Crowned by outgoing Miss Alicia 2014

BOARD OF JUDGES
The Chairman of the Board of Judges was award- winning moviemaker Direk Maryo Jorolan De Los Reyes whose mom hails from Alicia. Other members of the board included Cyrus Cruz - GMA Actor, Ms. Stepahnie Galia, Miss Duero 2011, Mr. Fred Tutor Ariola - Candijay Tourism Officer & Ms. Tarcela Titus, an LA, California- based Registered Nurse.

The very demure Kate may seem to be one tiny wisp of a girl but don’t let that fool you for she has wracked up quite an impressive resume in pageant experience. The freshman BA Communication Arts student of HNU was 2^nd RU during the 2014 Miss Silka Bohol Pageant.

Kate’s  strongest asset aside from her charming beauty would have to be her good command of the English language. She credits her well- grounded personality & high scholastic achievement from VDT ALC.   

Good luck Erin Kate & to the rest of the girls 

IMPORTANT DATES for Miss Bohol 2015

Miss Bohol 2015 is brought to you by the Bohol Provincal Government, Tagbilaran City Government, Bohol Tourism Council & JCI Bohol Chocolate Hills

Watch Miss Bohol 2015 Grand Coronation on Saturday, July 18, 8 pm, Bohol Wisdom School Gymnasium

Other Pre- Pageant Events: Talent Night, Sunday, July 12, 8 pm, Bohol Cultural Center. Fashion Show with Mikee Andrei, Monday, July 13

Miss Silka Bohol 2014: # 13 Kate

Candidate # 13 Erin Kate “KATE” C. Javellana

15 years old, senior High School student, Cogon District, Tagbilaran City

‘’I should be Miss Silka Bohol 2014 because I have the attitude & the qualifications needed for the title. 

If I win, I should live up to what is expected from being Miss Silka Bohol and will perform my roles and responsibilities as an Ambassadress of Goodwill, as an Inspirational Model and as a Spokesperson for the brand.  

I will also use the title to persuade and to influence other people to become aware that real beauty is that something which emanates and radiates from within”

Thanks to all our sponsors for believing in and supporting our young Boholana dreamers

Presenter        

 Cosmetique Asia Corp makers of Silka beauty & skincare products ·Island City Mall

Major Sponsors ·BQ Mall ·Budz & Bagz Fashion Collection the Official Evening Gown·Bellevue Resort · Mikee Andrei the Official Swimwear · Dunkin Donuts · Lifestylebohol ·Tubigon LoomWeavers Multi- Purpose Cooperative · Bohol Chronicle · Zen Trendy Gowns & Dresses by Aileen Pasagad  · Crabhouse Restaurant ·  The New Sideroom Studio

Sponsors  ·   D Buzz Café ·Gelateria Milano· Jong Magallano · The Backpack Man your travel guide blog · Lister dela Cruz · Christine Virtucio Fashion Accessories·  BTH Security Agency- your security is our business· Ermalin’s Bakeshop- a sweet tradition in Tagbilaran City

Official Event Photographer

·   Ghen Lumayag Photography

Official Accounting Firm                 

·  D.B. Ebojo & Associates- Certified Public Accountants

Event Organizer                  
K&N Head Eventologist, Mr. Gibyrlu “LJ” Lumayag           

Photo Credits: Ghen Lumayag

TVC Screen Test: The New Sideroom Studio