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GMA Network
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Ahtisa Manalo gives off queenly vibes on Mega magazine's June cover
Ahtisa Manalo is a total queen on the June cover of Mega magazine. On Instagram, the fashion magazine shared the cover of their Trendsetters And Trailblazers issue where they honor the personalities "who define what's next and dare to do what hasn't been done." In the cover photo taken by photographer Mark Ducay, the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 donned a pink sculptural gown by Jaggy Glarino and jewelry pieces from Jewelmer. 'She fell—but she rose poised like royalty,' Mega wrote in the caption. 'Midway through her evening gown walk at Miss Universe Philippines 2025, Ahtisa Manalo hit the floor with just one instinct: get up. And when she did, the cheers shook the room. What could've broken her became the very moment she claimed the crown. A queen was born,' the magazine added. According to Mega, the cover story will follow the rise, fall, and reign of Ahtisa. After three attempts, the beauty queen from Quezon Province was finally crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025 early 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. —Jade Veronique Yap/CDC, GMA Integrated News
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
Filipino Times
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
Ahtisa Manalo to represent PH in Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand
Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon Province has been crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025 and will represent the country in the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand this November. She won the national title, beating 65 other candidates in the finals of the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) pageant. Manalo becomes the sixth winner under the Miss Universe Philippines organization, which is headed by Ariella Arida, Miss Universe 2013 third runner-up. She takes over from Chelsea Manalo, who made history last year as the first-ever Miss Universe Asia during the international pageant held in Mexico. This is not Ahtisa Manalo's first time to compete internationally. She previously joined Miss Cosmo, where she landed in the Top 10, and was also first runner-up at Miss International 2018. Manalo, a returning candidate and crowd favorite, also finished second runner-up in last year's MUPH pageant. The Philippines remains known as a beauty pageant powerhouse with four Miss Universe titleholders to date.
Tatler Asia
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
5 glimpses into the life of Ahtisa Manalo, Miss Universe Philippines 2025
Her grandmother's memory shaped her return to the pageant stage Above Here is Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon Province. And this is HER STORY. (Video: Youtube / Empire Philippines) In both 2024 and 2025, Ahtisa Manalo competed at Miss Universe Philippines. This year's campaign was more personal—she dedicated it to her grandmother, who passed away months before the coronation. Her tribute during the final Q&A resonated with judges and audiences alike, underscoring a narrative of perseverance and personal loss. Outside pageantry, she's also known for her interest in gaming Ahtisa Manalo is a known fan of Hogwarts Legacy , once admitting to playing the video game for three straight days with minimal sleep or food. The anecdote surfaced in media interviews and served to contrast the polished image often associated with beauty queens. ' Walang ligo. Eew !' she joked—offering a glimpse into a more candid, everyday persona. Related: Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Kjaer Thelvig visits the Philippines, excited to try Sinigang and see Palawan She is an LGBTQIA+ community ally Ahtisa Manalo has long been a vocal advocate for gender equality and LGBTQIA+ inclusion—not out of obligation, but because it has always been close to home. 'I have family members who are gay, and I have a lot of friends who are gay also—my mentors, my friends, my supporters,' she said. 'I'm surrounded by gay people and the LGBT community.' Her stance is not performative. She calls out homophobia when she sees it, and speaks with conviction about allyship. 'I really try to speak about it,' she said. 'I'm really strong when it comes to gender equality.' She has spoken publicly about the absence of her father In a 2024 interview, Ahtisa Manalo shared that her Finnish father left when she was young, adding: 'I felt like I wasn't enough, or I was the reason he left.' Her openness about this aspect of her upbringing adds nuance to the public image she now holds and has contributed to a growing sense of relatability among supporters. NOW READ Denise Weldon's exhibition 'Witness of the Quiet' invites viewers to take pause and be still Filipino stars shine bright at the Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) in Hollywood How Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' raises the bar for the horror genre
