Michelle Dee hands over MUPH crown to Chelsea Anne Manalo
Michelle Dee concluded her reign as Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) queen on Thursday morning, marking the end of a transformative year where she made history at the 72nd Miss Universe pageant in El Salvador.
Dee's iconic black Mark Bumgarner evening gown inspired by Apo Whang-Od, a Kalinga tattoo artist, symbolized her nonconformist personality and won her Best in National Costume award during the competition.
She relinquished her crown to Chelsea Anne Manalo of Bulacan, who will represent the Philippines at this year's Miss Universe pageant in Mexico.
During her tenure, Dee emphasized the importance of authenticity and living with purpose, thanking her supporters for their unwavering support throughout her reign as MUPH 2023.
The beauty queen's journey was marked by significant achievements that brought pride to the nation, including reaching the Top 10 in Miss Universe 2023.
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