Miss Universe Philippines 2022 was the third edition of the Miss Universe Philippines pageant, held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay on April 30, 2022.
The coronation night was livestreamed by ABS-CBN through iWantTFC, YouTube, and The Filipino Channel on April 30, 2022 with a delayed telecast on GMA Network on May 1, 2022. Celeste Cortesi of Pasay won the competition, succeeding Beatrice Luigi Gomez of Cebu City. Cortesi represented the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2022 pageant in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, however, she did not advance to the Top 16, marking the first time since 2009, when Philippines didn't advance to the semi-finals.
Background Location and date On January 3, 2022, the organization announced that the coronation will be in April 2022. Screenings began in February 2022. On March 17, 2022, the organization confirmed that the coronation night will be on April 30, 2022 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.
Selection of participants On January 31, 2022, the organization launched its search for the next Filipina who will represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2022 competition. The final submission of applications was initially set for February 15, 2022, but was later extended to February 22, 2022.
On February 28, 2022, the organization revealed its Top 50 delegates who will undergo a series of online challenges to compete for a slot in the top 32. The online challenges premiered on Kumu starting March 11, 2022.
Top 50 The Top 50 delegates competed in different challenges. The public and judges' votes determined the winners of every challenge.
Challenges Results Ref. Headshot Challenge WinnerMandaue – Isabel Luche Top 3Pasay – Celeste Cortesi Roxas City – Francheska Alexine Dadivas Introduction Challenge WinnerBohol – Pauline Amelinckx Top 3Cebu Province – Lou Dominique Piczon San Pablo, Laguna – Shaira Aliyah Diaz Swimsuit Challenge WinnerTaguig – Katrina Llegado Top 3Makati – Michelle Dee Pasay – Celeste Cortesi Fashion and Runway Challenge WinnerBaguio – Ghenesis Latugat Top 3Cebu City – Chantal Elise Schmidt Palawan – Angelica Lopez Casting Video Challenge WinnerPasay – Celeste Cortesi Top 3Makati – Michelle Dee Misamis Oriental – Annabelle Mae McDonnellInterview ChallengeWinnersAlbay – Julia Eugénie Augustias Saubier Bulacan – Aidyl Mhay Sanchez Davao del Norte – Jeanne Nicci Orcena Iloilo Province – Vanessa Ann Caro
Kumu Challenges On March 26, 2022, Kumu announced the two winners for its Livestream and Follower challenges. The winner of the Follower Sprint challenge will get her own Kumu dressing room during the preliminary competition. On the other hand, the winner of the Livestream challenge will get her own make-up artist during the preliminary competition. The winner of the Livestream challenge also became the second official delegate of the pageant.
Challenge Result Ref. Follower SprintMandaue – Isabel Luche Livestream ChallengeDavao del Norte – Jeanne Nicci Orcena
Top 32 On April 6, 2022, the organization revealed its final 32 delegates. Two delegates advanced to the Top 32 as Kumunity's choice and Kumu's choice, while thirty delegates were chosen based on all of the online challenges, which were scored by the public and the panel of experts.
Challenge Result Ref. Kumunity's ChoiceBenguet – Shawntel Michole Cruz Kumu's Choice Davao del Norte – Jeanne Nicci Orcena
New crown On April 18, 2022, the organization announced that a new crown in collaboration with Jewelmer would be unveiled on April 19, 2022. At the Miss Universe Philippines 2022 gala night held on April 19, 2022, the organization and Jewelmer revealed the new crown named La Mer en Majesté or "The Sea in Majesty" which aptly pays homage to her majesty, the sea, for "she is the queen of the elements". Embedded in it are the Golden South Sea Pearls, the national gem of the Philippines, "a radiant symbol of the harmonious relationship between man and nature, capturing the very spirit of the Filipinos".
Results Placements
Placement Contestant Miss Universe Philippines 2022Pasay – Celeste Cortesi Miss Universe Philippines Tourism 2022Makati – Michelle Dee Miss Universe Philippines Charity 2022Bohol – Pauline Amelinckx 1st Runner-UpMisamis Oriental – Annabelle McDonnell 2nd Runner-UpTaguig – Katrina Llegado Top 10Albay – Julia Eugénie Saubier Baguio – Ghenesis Latugat Cebu – Lou Dominique Piczon Cebu City – Chantal Elise Schmidt Iloilo – Vanessa Ann Caro Top 16Aklan – Jona Sweett Ilocos Sur – Jewel Alexandria Palacat Iloilo City – Dorothy Marie Gemillan Laguna – Sonja Jeyn Tanyag Nueva Vizcaya – Gillian Katherine de Mesa § Palawan – Angelica Lopez § – Lazada Fan Vote Winner
Appointment In a separate ceremony, a runner-up was appointed and represented the Philippines in a pageant.
Title Contestant International Placement Ref. The Miss Philippines Charm 2023 Misamis Oriental – Annabelle Mae McDonnell1st Runner-Up – Miss Charm 2023
Special awards
Major awards Award Contestant Ref. Best in Evening Gown Makati – Michelle Dee Best in National Costume Albay – Julia Eugénie Augustias Saubier Best in Swimsuit Pasay – Celeste Cortesi Miss Photogenic Miss Friendship Ilocos Sur – Jewel Alexandria Palacat
Sponsor awards Award Contestant Ref. Face of Essentials by Belo Makati – Michelle Dee Frontrow Catwalk Queen Miss Creamsilk Miss Jojo Bragais Miss Kumuniverse Miss SavePoint Miss The Medical City Frontrow Best Arrival Look (Netizens' Choice) Taguig – Katrina Llegado Victorias – Shanelyn Bayson Frontrow Best Arrival Look (Press' Choice) Pasay – Celeste Cortesi Miss Aqua Boracay Miss Avana Miss Sendwave Frontrow Choice Queen Bohol – Pauline Amelinckx Miss MG Cars Frontrow Multi-Level Beauty Misamis Oriental – Annabelle Mae McDonnell Luxxe ImmunPlus Queen Majestic Palawan – Angelica Lopez Luxxe Slim Fitness Queen Pangasinan – Ivylou Borbon Miss CAD Taguig – Katrina Llegado Miss Philippine Airlines Miss Cavaso Cebu City – Chantal Elise Schmidt Miss Coins.ph San Juan – Danielle Arielle Camcam Miss Jewelmer Mandaue – Isabel Luche Miss Okada Manila Cebu – Lou Dominique Piczon Miss Smilee Nueva Vizcaya – Gillian Katherine de Mesa
Pageant National Costume competition On April 20, 2022, the organization announced that the national costume competition would be filmed in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. Originally scheduled to be livestreamed on TikTok on April 25, 2022, it was moved to April 26, 2022, due to technical concerns. The competition featured a new Johannes Rissler track entitled "Habi". For this edition's national costume competition, the organization decided that 30% of each finalist’s costume should be made of Philippine textiles or weaving.
Preliminary competition On April 16, 2022, the organization announced that the preliminary competition would be held on April 27, 2022, at The Cove Manila in Okada Manila, Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines. Marco Gumabao and Beatrice Gomez hosted the event, while Ez Mil, Anji Salvacion, Yheen & Yuki, and Gabriel Umali performed as musical guests.
Final program On March 17, 2022, the organization confirmed that the coronation night would be on April 30, 2022 at the Mall of Asia Arena in Bay City, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines.
On March 26, 2022, the organization announced that former Miss Universe titleholders Pia Wurtzbach, Iris Mittenaere, and Demi-Leigh Tebow would be hosting the coronation night.
On April 12, 2022, the organization announced that musician and singer-songwriter Bamboo Mañalac would be performing on the coronation night. On April 13, 2022, the organization announced that actor, dancer, and singer Sam Concepcion would also be performing on the coronation night. On April 18, 2022, the organization announced that Filipino-American singer Francisco Martin would also be performing at the coronation night. On April 19, 2022, the organization announced that singer-songwriter and performer Morissette, singer-songwriter JM Bales, and R&B singer Arthur Nery would have their special performances on the coronation night.
Selection committee The judges for both the preliminary competition and the final telecast determined the results alongside a public vote, which consisted of: Lia Ramos – Binibining Pilipinas Universe 2006 Joshua Sorrentino – International model Margarita Gutierrez – Lawyer and vice-president of Professional Models Association of the Philippines (PMAP) Richelle Singson-Michael – Architect and businesswoman RS Francisco – Actor and co-founder of Frontrow Sam Verzosa – Co-founder and CEO of Frontrow Jennifer Olay – Pediatrician Tonee Co See – Chief Operating Officer of Aqua Boracay Francis Padua Papica – Attorney and president of Francis Padua Papica Foundation Harnaaz Sandhu – Miss Universe 2021 from India
Contestants 31 contestants competed for the title. City/Province Contestant AgeAklanJona Sweett26AlbayJulia Eugénie Augustias Saubier27BaguioGhenesis Latugat22BatanesElsa Sally Schumacher25BenguetShawntel Michole Cruz25 BoholPauline Amelinckx26BulacanAidyl Mhay Sanchez24CebuLou Dominique Piczon26Cebu CityChantal Elise Schmidt20Davao del NorteJeanne Nicci Orcena21Davao del SurJedidah Korinihona25Ilocos SurJewel Alexandria Palacat22IloiloVanessa Ann Caro25Iloilo CityDorothy Marie Gemillan21LagunaSonja Jeyn Tanyag23Lapu-LapuSashi Chiesa26Las PiñasIsabelle Kristine Braza25LucenaAnjeanette Japor26MakatiMichelle Dee27MandaueIsabel Luche22Misamis OrientalAnnabelle Mae McDonnell21Negros OrientalMarilit Iligan22Nueva VizcayaGillian Katherine de Mesa25PalawanAngelica Lopez21PampangaAlyssa Georgia Felix27PangasinanIvylou Borbon22PasayCeleste Cortesi24QuezonGracelle Nicole Distura22Roxas CityFrancheska Alexine Dadivas22San JuanDanielle Arielle Camcam24TaguigKatrina Llegado24VictoriasShanelyn Bayson22
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