Ma. Ahtisa Manalo crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025

Updated Mon, May 5, 2025 at 9:48 AM Published Fri, May 2, 2025 at 11:53 PM

Ma. Ahtisa Manalo from Quezon Province has been crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025.

She won the title at the coronation night held on May 2 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, triumphing over 65 other contestants.

Manalo, a returning candidate, previously placed third in last year's competition and in the Top 10 of Miss Cosmo.

The Candelaria, Quezon mayor, George "Ogie" Suayan, congratulated Manalo, stating the town is proud of her determination and skill.

Manalo, who had previously considered running for municipal councilor, withdrew to focus on the pageant.

She will represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand on November 21.

Her participation aims to bring home the Philippines' fifth Miss Universe crown.

Official portraits of Manalo as Miss Universe Philippines 2025, featuring the Jewelmer crown and a pink gown by Val Taguba, have been released.

Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach and Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray have congratulated Manalo on her victory.

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