Katrina Anne Johnson ng Davao, itinanghal na Binibining Pilipinas International 2025
Ang pambato ng Davao na si Katrina Anne Johnson ang nagwaging Binibining Pilipinas International 2025.
Kinoronahan siya ni Myrna Esguerra nitong Linggo sa Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Sa Q&A portion, pinahanga niya ang mga hurado sa kaniyang sagot sa tanong na: "Lies told a thousand times become the truth. What is your reaction to this statement now that fake news pollutes and corrupts our society more than ever?"
"Well, I think social media and the internet is such a blessing to all of us because it allows us to create a community online with people from all around the world. But yes, fake news is a rampant issue nowadays. And to be honest with you, I think the best way that we can combat that is to make sure that we're educating people on how to discern information. We need to be aware, we need to regulate, and make our online communities a safe space for everyone. Thank you," sagot ni Katrina Anne.
Siya rin ang nagwaging Best in Evening Gown at Binibining Dunkin awards.
Samantala, si Annabelle Mae McDonnell ng Iligan City ang itinanghal na Binibining Pilipinas Globe.
First runner-up naman si Dalia Varde Khattab ng Las Piñas, at si Kathleen Enid Espenido ng Siargao ang second runner-up.
Ang mga nakapasok na top 14 finalists ay sina:
Jercy Raine Cruz, Makati City
Joanne Marie Thornley, Pampanga
Alyssa Mildred Villariña, Province of Rizal
Ma. Andrea Endicio, Quezon Province
Francesca Beatriz Abalajon, Aklan
Jemille Rustia Zosa, Mandaluyong
Anna Carres De Mesa, Batangas Province
Dalia Varde Khattab, Las Piñas
Annabelle Mae McDonnell, Iligan City
Kathleen Enid Espenido, Siargao
Ma. Alexandra Mata, Tarlac Province
Jerimi Nuqui, Caloocan City
Mia Betina Golosino, Malabon
Katrina Anne Johnson, Davao Province
. —mula sa ulat ni Jade Veronique Yap/FRJ, GMA Integrated News
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