Annabelle McDonnell crowned Binibining Pilipinas Globe 2025
Annabelle Mae McDonnell of Iligan City was crowned Binibining Pilipinas Globe 2025 on Sunday, June 15, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
She also won the Binibining Philippine Airlines (PAL) special award and will represent the country in the Miss Globe 2025 pageant later this year.
Annabelle previously finished first runner-up in Miss Universe Philippines 2022 and Miss Charm 2023, showcasing her resilience after being orphaned at a young age and becoming financially independent by selling bread and ukay-ukay clothes.
During the coronation night Q&A, Annabelle shared her personal story of overcoming hardship and emphasized that hitting rock bottom should not define one's identity.
She has been volunteering with Save the Children Philippines to protect marginalized youth and hopes to expand this advocacy through her new title.
Annabelle attributes Iligan City's true beauty to its people's warmth and resilience, reflecting values that have brought her success.
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