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Thailand may also prove to be Ahtisa Manalo’s ‘lucky charm’ in Miss Universe 2025
Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee believes Ahtisa Manalo has a strong chance of winning the Miss Universe 2025 crown.
Dee expressed her full confidence in Manalo during an interview, highlighting that Manalo is equipped with top trainers and is preparing numerous surprises for the competition.
Manalo is representing the Philippines in the 74th Miss Universe pageant, aiming to secure the country's fifth crown.
The pageant is scheduled to be held in Bangkok, Thailand, on November 21.
Former Miss Universe 2011 third runner-up Shamcey Supsup-Lee noted that Thailand has been a 'lucky charm' for the Philippines in past pageants, citing wins by Catriona Gray (Miss Universe 2018), Dom Corilla (Mister Global 2024), Kirk Bondad (Mister International 2025), and Emma Tiglao (Miss Grand International 2025).
Supsup encouraged Manalo, reminding her to stay grounded despite expectations.
Dee also expressed her desire to attend the pageant to support Manalo and encouraged Filipinos in Thailand to watch.
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