Ahtisa Manalo, representing the Philippines, secured the 3rd runner-up position at the 74th Miss Universe pageant held in Thailand.
She competed in an elegant, studded off-shoulder white gown designed by Val Taguba.
Manalo's placement marks the Philippines' return to the Miss Universe Top 5, following Beatrice Luigi Gomez's achievement in 2021.
Former Miss Universe titleholders Catriona Gray and Pia Wurtzbach commended Manalo's performance and inspiring journey.
During the pageant, Manalo shared her personal story of overcoming poverty through pageantry when asked about her contribution to humanity.
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