BY ROBERT REQUINTINA
AT A GLANCE
The event also marked the leadershipof Luxe Beauty & Wellness Group CEO Anna Magkawqas as the local director, reinforcing her advocacy for inclusivity and empowerment in the pageant scene.
Kapuso actress and beauty queen Winwyn Marquez has been officially named Miss Universe Philippines Muntinlupa 2025 during a special sashing ceremony held at Edsa Shangri-La Manila in Mandaluyong City on Feb. 8.
"This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance, and I couldn't say no. Muntinlupa holds a special place in my heart - it's where I grew into adulthood and experienced the strength of my community. I want to use this platform to make an impact, to inspire women, and to encourage them to take charge of their own stories," said Winwyn during a press conference after the sashing ceremony.
She added: "It's been 10 years since I joined the pageant in 2015. It has been eight years since I raised the flag in Bolivia. Now I'm back, ready to stand on stage to represent Muntinlupa in the Miss Universe Philippines stage.
"Maraming salamat po at naaalala pa ninyo ako kahit 10 years ago pa yun.
"Now, it's not just about me, but about my daughter, my family, and advocacy, the people I want to see. Motherhood is tough, but the Miss Universe Organization has given us a platform to share our story and share my experiences. Kaya ngayon makikita ninyo kung gaano ako ka ready," said Winwyn.
The Reina Hispanoamericana 2017 winner also shared advice to pageant newbies.
"It's not about winning but about how you are on stage and giving your all. We can never please everyone and we cannot promise everything.
"But one thing for sure. If you can give your 100 percent on stage, that for you is a win. That's what others should think: winning is not everything but trying is more important. If you don't fail, you won't learn. So, I'll give my all on stage and show everybody I can do it," she said.
Winwyn, 32, is in a relationship with a non-showbiz boyfriend identified only as Rayn. They have a daughter named Luna.
The event also marked the leadership of Luxe Beauty & Wellness Group CEO Anna Magkawqas as the local director, reinforcing her advocacy for inclusivity and empowerment in the pageant scene.
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