Philippine contestant Irha Mel Alfeche advances to Top 12 in Miss Earth but misses Top 8
Philippine contestant Irha Mel Alfeche advanced to the Top 12 finalists in the Miss Earth 2024 pageant but failed to reach the Top 8 on Saturday, Nov. 9, in Parañaque City.
Alfeche, a teacher and military reservist from Matanao, Davao del Sur, competed against contestants from various countries including Iceland, Puerto Rico, Mauritius, Nigeria, Namibia, Australia, Dominican Republic, USA, Russia, Cabo Verde, Peru, Korea, Wales, Thailand, New Zealand, Cuba, and Poland.
The Top 20 finalists showcased their cultural heritage through folk songs, country presentations, and evening gown displays before the final announcement was made.
Alfeche aims to become the fifth Philippine winner of the title since Karla Henry in 2008, followed by Jamie Herrell in 2014, Angelia Ong in 2015, and Karen Ibasco in 2017.
The competition will culminate with the crowning of a new Miss Earth along with additional titles including Miss Earth-Air 2024, Miss Earth-Water 2024, and Miss Earth-Fire 2024.
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