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Ariella Arida congratulates Ahtisa Manalo’s win in Miss Universe PH: ‘She never gave up!’
Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon Province was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025 at the Mall of Asia Arena on May 2.
She is the second Manalo to hold the title, with Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Manalo passing on the crown.
Manalo stumbled during the evening gown competition but recovered, dedicating her performance to her late grandmother.
She plans to rest before the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Bangkok, Thailand, on November 21.
Miss Universe Philippines national director Ariella Arida congratulated Manalo, highlighting her unwavering spirit and resilience.
Arida, who was third runner-up in Miss Universe 2013, noted that Manalo's win was 'meant to be' after previously competing in other pageants.
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