Latest news with #Ahtisa
GMA Network
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Ahtisa Manalo marks 28th birthday with a celebratory shoot
Ahtisa Manalo just turned 28! The Miss Universe Philippines 2025 took to Instagram to share outtakes from her birthday photoshoot, where she stunned in a pale yellow feathered co-ord set, surrounded by vibrant pink balloons. She simply captioned her post with, "Birthday." Ahtisa's fellow beauty queens, including MJ Lastimosa, Gazini Ganados, and Hannah Arnold, greeted her in the comment section. After three attempts, the beauty queen from Quezon Province was finally crowned Miss Universe Philippines earlier this May. She will represent the Philippines in Miss Universe 2025, which will take place on November 21 at the Impact Muong Thong Thani Arena in Bangkok, Thailand. Happy birthday, Ahtisa! —Hermes Joy Tunac/MGP, GMA Integrated News
Gulf News
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf News
10 things to know about Ahtisa Manalo, your Miss Universe Philippines 2025 queen
From runner-up to queen: Ahtisa Manalo's pageant journey Last updated: (Entertainment Editor) Ahtisa Manalo has been crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025, emerging as the winner from a competitive field of 65 candidates during the coronation held at the Mall of Asia Arena on May 2. She will represent the Philippines at the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand this November. A veteran in the pageant scene, Manalo was first runner-up at Miss International 2018, second runner-up in Miss Universe Philippines 2024, and a Top 10 finalist at Miss Cosmo. Her impressive track record has firmly established her as a leading figure in both local and international competitions. She succeeds Chelsea Manalo, who made history in 2024 as the first Filipina to win the Miss Universe Asia title. With four Miss Universe crowns already under the Philippines' belt, Ahtisa is set to carry forward the nation's proud tradition on the global stage. 1/9 Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon Province was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025 during the pageant's coronation night at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay on Friday. Ahtisa Manalo/Instagram 2. Pageantry runs in her blood. She's been competing since Grade 4, all to win tuition for school. That grind? Real. 2/9 Ahtisa Manalo/Instagram 3. She's already a global girl. She was 1st runner-up at Miss International 2018, and Top 10 at Miss Cosmo 2024. Now, it's Miss Universe or bust. 3/9 Ahtisa Manalo/Instagram 4. She's beauty and balance sheets. A certified accountant, Ahtisa earned her degree while juggling work, life, and pageants. 4/9 Ahtisa Manalo/Instagram 5. At night, she's a gamer girl. She once powered through Hogwarts Legacy with 99% completion—barely ate, barely slept, and proudly admits it. 5/9 Ahtisa Manalo/Instagram 6. She's got baton skills. Former lead majorette in high school. And yes, she can still twirl it like a pro. 6/9 Ahtisa Manalo/Instagram 7. Her inspo? Mulan. Favorite quote: 'The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all.' Fitting, right? 7/9 Ahtisa Manalo/Instagram 8. She's never met her biological dad. It shaped her, challenged her, and she's turned that pain into power. 8/9 Ahtisa Manalo/Instagram 9. She's a lola's girl. Her late grandmother raised her, put her through school, and remains her biggest inspiration. 9/9 Ahtisa Manalo/Instagram
Gulf News
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf News
Miss Universe Philippines 2025: Ahtisa Manalo crowned, aims for global title next
Move over, world—Quezon Province just served you a queen. Ahtisa Manalo is officially your Miss Universe Philippines 2025, and she didn't just win—she owned that stage. Beating out 65 fierce contenders at the Mall of Asia Arena on May 2, the seasoned stunner is now set to bring her A-game to the global stage in Thailand this November for the 74th Miss Universe pageant. And guess what? This isn't her first rodeo. Ahtisa's been stacking crowns and receipts for years. She was first runner-up at Miss International 2018, placed second runner-up in last year's MUPH, and landed a Top 10 finish at Miss Cosmo. Basically, she's been quietly collecting trophies like it's a hobby. Oh—and in a wild twist? She's taking over the crown from another Manalo (Chelsea), who just casually made history last year as the first-ever Miss Universe Asia. No pressure, Ahtisa. Here's how the MUPH 2025 leaderboard shook out: Top 6: • Ahtisa Manalo (Quezon Province) – Our reigning queen • Winwyn Marquez (Muntinlupa) – Runner-up royalty • Yllana Aduana (Siniloan, Laguna) – Second runner-up, still slaying • Chelsea Fernandez (Sultan Kudarat) – Miss Cosmo PH • Katrina Llegado (Taguig) – Miss Supranational PH • Gabriella Carballo (Cebu City) – Miss Eco International PH And yes, the rest of the Top 12 and Top 24 brought the heat—but Ahtisa? She lit the whole arena on fire. With four Miss Universe titles already under our belt (hello, Catriona, Pia, Margie, and Gloria!), the Philippines isn't just showing up—we're a pageant powerhouse. And with Ahtisa leading the charge, Thailand better roll out the red carpet and maybe a crown or two.
Filipino Times
16-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
Ahtisa Manalo returns to compete for Miss Universe Philippines crown
Ahtisa Manalo is making another bid for the Miss Universe Philippines crown! The beauty queen, representing Quezon Province, introduced herself during the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 press presentation on Saturday, February 15. Manalo previously competed in the 2024 pageant, where she earned the title of Miss Cosmo Philippines 2024. In that same year, Chelsea Manalo was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2024. Ahtisa also impressed the judges and made it to the Top 10 in the Miss Cosmo 2024 competition. This year, Ahtisa has returned with renewed determination and a stronger sense of purpose. She is hopeful that her experience from last year's pageant will help her achieve her dream of wearing the Miss Universe Philippines crown.
