CJ Opiaza crowned Miss Grand International 2024

Christine Juliane "CJ" Opiaza is set to become the Philippines' first Miss Grand International queen following Rachel Gupta's resignation, with her coronation scheduled for June 3 at MGI Hall in Bangkok.

The Miss Grand International organization officially crowned CJ as the new Miss Grand International 2024 on Thursday, May 29, via a Facebook announcement.

Arnold Vegafria, head of ALV Pageant Circle and national director of the Miss Grand International Philippines pageant, congratulated Opiaza for making history in the competition.

Rachel Gupta stepped down from her title on Wednesday, May 28, citing constant harassment and mistreatment as reasons for her resignation.

CJ's coronation ceremony will be livestreamed on the GrandTV YouTube channel, marking a historic moment for Filipino beauty queens with four reigning international titles under ALV Pageant Circle.

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