Philippines' Megan Young Is Miss World 2013

Megan Young during the Press Presentation of Miss World 2013 in Bali

Megan Young as one of the Top Eleven (11) Finalists of Beach Fashion Competition, one of the Challenge Events of Miss World

Megan Young as one of the Top Ten (10) Finalists of the Top Model Competition, one of the Challenge Events of Miss World 

Megan Young was announced as one of the Top Ten (10) Finalists of Miss World Top Model Competition held last September 24, 2013. Later, she was announced as the Winner of Top Model Competition, one day before the Miss World finals as posted on Miss World Official Website. 

Megan Young dancing the folk dance, Singkil in Dances of the World segment of Miss World. Singkil is an ethnic Maranao royalty wedding dance in the southern Philippine province of Lanao del Norte in Mindanao. Singkil is a Muslim dance which is just appropriate and ideal for Miss World venue of Indonesia which is a predominantly Muslim Country

Bali, Indonesia - In a historic, colorful and glittering ceremony marred by protests from some extremist groups, a stunning twenty-three year old Megan Lynne Talde Young of Olongapo City in Zambales province, Philippines beats out 126 other contestants to win the 63rd Miss World, the very first Miss World title for the Philippines in its 47 years of participating in the said pageant since 1966. It was also the first Miss World title for Southeast Asian region. She was announced as the new Miss World 2013 by Julia Morley, owner and chairperson of the Miss World organization. She promises to be "the best Miss World ever". She literally conquered the world by storm because the night she won an impending storm has entered the Philippine area of responsibility and is threatening to some parts of the country.  On the night when she won Miss World Philippines 2013 in August, a combination of storm and monsoon rains is ravaging the country flooding knee deep the streets and highways of the capital, Manila.
          Her winning answer to the question on Why should she be the next Miss World: "A Miss World for me treasures the core values of humanity that guides her understanding people why they act they do, how they are living their lives and I will use these core values in my understanding not only helping others but to show other people how they can understand others to help others so that together as one we shall help society," is a perfect strong, inspirational message for the ongoing protest against Miss World.
          The eldest of the three (3) siblings, twenty-three year old Megan Young was born in United States to an American father and Filipina mother but moved to the Philippines when she was 10 together with her younger sister and brother because for her she is a true bloodied Filipina in mind, heart and soul. She really looks like a natural Filipina in her physical features and appearance plus her color, actions, gesture and behavior is really that of a true Filipina beauty. She took care of her siblings for a time while their parents are away for work. Her father is American and her mother is a pure bloodied Filipina from the town of Pandan in Antique province in Western Visayas region.
          Her winning gown for the Miss World Philippines 2013 was designed by her fellow Ilonggo designer, Eric De Los Santos from Iloilo and her winning gown for Miss World 2013 was designed by Francis Libiran.
          First (1st) princess or 1st runner up went to France, Marine Lorpheline and Second (2nd) princess or 2nd runner up went to Ghana, Carranzar Naa Okailey Shooter. The rest of the top 6 finalists were Brazil, Sancler Frantz, Spain, Elena Ibarbia and the People's vote winner Gibraltar, Maroua Kharbouch which automatically places her into the final top 6 spot.
          Special awards were also given to the contestants who excels in different fast track events which garner them points into the semifinals round of the Miss World 2013 finals.
          Earlier a massive protest of the hardline extremists forced the Miss World Organization and its Indonesian organizers to move the location of the finals from Sentul International Convention Center in Jakarta to Nusa Dua Convention Center in Bali for security reasons. The protests did not hamper the successful staging of the Miss World finals which features some of the colorful and rich in culture and tradition dances and music of Indonesia.
          It was the first time that Indonesia hosted an international beauty pageant competition. Miss World was started in 1951 by the late Mr. Eric Morley and her wife, Mrs. Julia Morley to define beautiful women with purpose. The beauty pageant is known to have numerous charity missions and works all throughout the world working with non-profit organizations helping different causes for humanity.

Here are the results of the Miss World competitions:

Miss World 2013 Philippines – Megan Young
1st Runner Up France – Marine Lorphelin
2nd Runner Up Ghana – Carranzar Naa Okailey Shooter

Top 6
Brazil – Sancler Frantz
Spain – Elena Ibarbia
Gibraltar – Maroua Kharbouch

Top 10
Australia – Erin Holland
Nepal – Ishani Shrestha
England – Kirsty Heslewood
Indonesia – Vania Larissa
Jamaica – Gina Hargitay

Top 20
Aruba – Larissa Leeuwe
Belgium – Noémie Happart
Canada – Camille Munro
Dominican Republic – Joely Bernat
India – Navneet Dhillon
Italy – Sarah Baderna
Netherlands – Jacqueline Steenbeek
Slovakia – Karolína Chomisteková
Ukraine – Anna Zayachkivska
United States – Olivia Jordan

Continental Queens
Africa: Ghana – Naa Okailey Shooter
Americas: Brazil – Sancler Franz
Asia: Philippines – Megan Young
Caribbean: Jamaica – Gina Hargitay
Europe: France – Marine Lorphelin
Oceania: Australia - Erin Holland

Challenge Events (Miss World Winner in BOLD CAPITAL LETTERS)

Beach Fashion - 1. Brazil, 2. France, 3. Ghana, 4. Jamaica, 5. PHILIPPINES
Top 11: China, Indonesia, Italy, Moldova, Spain, Ukraine
Top 32: Albania, Aruba, Bahamas, Bulgaria, Chile, Cote d'Ivoire, Curacao, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, England, Ethiopia, Guyana, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, Martinique, Russia, Slovakia, South Sudan, U.S. Virgin Islands, Venezuela

Sports Challenge - 1. Netherlands, 2. Spain, 3. Northern Ireland, 4. Paraguay, 5. El Salvador

1st place: Group 3 - Italy, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Slovakia
2nd place: Group 2 - Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Montenegro, Spain
3rd place: Group 1 - Belgium, Hungary, Northern Ireland, Scotland
4th place: Group 4 - England, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay

Beauty with a Purpose - 1. Nepal, 2. Australia, 3. Tanzania, 4. Belgium, 5. Brazil

Talent - 1. Indonesia, 2. Australia, 3. Ukraine, 4. British Virgin Islands, 5. Canada
Top 12 - Cameroon, Dominica, Hong Kong, Panama, Slovakia, Trinidad & Tobago, Wales

Top Model - 1. PHILIPPINES, 2. U.S.A., 3. France, 4. Ukraine, 5. Brazil
Top 10: Cameroon, Cyprus, England, Italy, South Sudan

Multimedia - 1. India, 2. Thailand, 3.Nepal, 4. PHILIPPINES, 5. Malaysia

People's Choice - Gibraltar

Presenters - Myleene Klass, Kamal Ibrahim, Daniel Mananta, Francisco Escobar, Amanda Zevannya, Steve Douglas

Online Special Sections Presenter - Gwendoline Ruais, Jennifer Reoch

Guest Performers - Blue, Matt Cardle

 

Megan Young of the Philippines reacts after she was announced as Miss World 2013 

Photo Sources: 
Jeunesse Lupangosy 
Jory Rivera, OPMB Worldwide 
Miss World Official Website
Yahoo News

Mr. Gay World 2013 Questions and Suggested Answers

Mr. Gay World 2013 Winners and Contestants in Antwerp, Belgium 

Mr Philippines is asked what he should do if he doesn't win. Difficult one. 

Suggested Answer:         To compete at an international competition like this one is already an achievement in itself. Representing my country, the Philippines is also representing the LGBT community in the country and gives the world a picture of the present conditions of the LGBT in my country. This is also a perfect venue wherein we can share our ideas, ideals, discussions and issues affecting us in our respective communities. If I don't win, I would still continue to be a good ambassador of the LGBT community in my country, doing worthwhile missions not only with the LGBT but also with different communities, non-profit organizations which helps the underprivilege and deprive people of communities doing medical missions, livelihood programs as such. Even if I don't win this whole competition, I would like to ensure that I have accomplished my mission of promoting my country here among other contestants and also show them the present state condition of the LGBT in the Philippines and issues affecting them. Only through this way, that I have championed my ideals, principles and the advocacy or campaigns that I fight for and my voice will be heard all corners of the world. Gaining friends and knowledge in this competition and winning the hearts of many is like winning the competition. 



Mr Aruba is asked how he should mentor someone struggling with their gender identity. 

Suggested Answer:          It is sometimes draining as it is difficult for someone who is undergoing an identity crisis. For one who is experiencing it has a difficulty of discerning judgment and identify which one he prefers. The person needs a support group who will give him a positive vibe and surround him or love, support and understanding that it needs. I as the person's mentor would give him ample of time discovering himself and will give him a chance of socializing and meeting different kind of people which will help him identify the group he comfortably belongs. I would serve as an inspiration and motivator to talk to as many people as he can by engaging in the conversation of like minded people who understand and has compassion for their brothers in dilemma. He would quickly learn and know who he is, what he is and what he is for if he can also engage in social activities where he enjoy the most or where he shows great interests or where he can best exhibit his potentials and skills with other people. The benefits will help him truly know himself, what he likes and discover the undiscovered in him. 


Mr Australia is asked why he should risk voicing his opinion if it risks his popularity. 

Suggested Answer:         Although our aim is to become the best and the most popular in a field of equally competitive and equally handsome young men for us to be able to influence and inspire other gay men to do what is right and for the common good of others, there is more to that I think is more valuable and essential than just mere fame. We should always remember that it is not fame that we are specifically made for but for the causes and advocacy we should champion. Risking of voicing our opinions to what we fight for and for what we believe in compromising fame is significant because it shows us who we are, what we are capable of and what can our voices do for others and it can also give impact or influence to the people, organizations, community and the world over affecting our opinions thus, doing wonders for us making the impossible possible. Popularity is just a temporary phenomenon but voicing our opinion of what we feel, what we believe in or what we fight for truly shows the real us. It is like a birthmark it is forever. 


Mr. Taiwan is asked if religion and sexuality can coexist. 

Suggested Answer:          Religion and sexuality can exist in ways that it mutually agrees to a certain extent of their beliefs and principles harmoniously synchronizes with each other and how it will help both parties and also help each other to spread the love, understanding and kindness to all the people in the world. 


Mr Hong Kong is asked what his 3 primary objectives would be should he win. 

Suggested Answer:           There are lots to accomplish and achieve once I win the coveted title. If I have to narrow down to three primary objectives I need to pursue, it would be the following: 1. First, I would like to know more about each and every contestants background and their country especially their LGBT community. This way I could fully understand them and learn about them better. This knowledge about them would help me educate people in understanding other people of different background, groups and society it belongs. 2. Second, I would like to have discussions, forums and brainstorming among gay delegates and leaders of different countries about issues and problems concerning them, significant progress and developments in other parts of the world and also other suggestions and recommendations from them. This way, we could rationalize and come up with best solutions in addressing issues, concerns and problems that arise, the selfless acts, significant progress and developments that could inspire and motivate us and other gay people to do better and continue to tirelessly work hard for the betterment of gays and people who has issues with themselves and around them and this beacon of hope will ignite furiously the unwavering faith and kind acts towards humanity. 3. Lastly, to further foster the camaraderie, friendship and bonds created in the gay community I would like to ensure that there are healthy and worthwhile activities that we can engage in so as to promote friendship and cooperation among the gay community. 


Photo Source:

Mr.GayWorld.com

Philippines' Mutya Datul Is Miss Supranational 2013!

Minsk, Belarus - Philippines' Mutya Johanna Datul was crowned Miss Supranational 2013 at Sport's Palace Arena at Minsk, Belarus. The 21-year old beauty easily breezed through the competition rounds of the finals round to take home the crown and title and beats 82 other lovely hopefuls. Earlier, she also won the Miss Personality Award. Here is the complete result of the competition: 

MISS SUPRANATIONAL 2013: Philippines Mutya Datul 
1st runner up: Mexico - Jacqueline Morales 
2nd runner up: Turkey - Leyla Kose 
3rd runner up: Indonesia - Cokorda Istri Krisnanda Widani 
4th runner up: US Virgin Islands - Esonica Mictecia Veira 

SPECIAL AWARDS 
1. Best In National Costume - Nicaragua 
2. Best In Talent - Malaysia 
3. Miss Friendship - Macau 
4. Miss Personality - Philippines 
5. Miss Elegance - Sweden 
6. Miss Top Model - Moldova 
7. Miss Photogenic - Puerto Rico 
8. Miss Internet - Myanmar 

Continental Queens 
Africa - Gabon - Hilary Ondo 
America - Brazil - Raquel de Oliveira Benetti 
Asia and Oceania - Australia - Esma Voloder 
 Europe - Belarus - Veronica Chachina 

TOP 20 Semifinalists

1. Venezuela 
2. Puerto Rico 
3. Australia 
4. Poland 
5. Gabon 
6. Canada 
7. Thailand 
8. Indonesia 
9. US Virgin Islands 
10. Luxembourg 
11. India 
12. Mexico 
13. Myanmar 
14. Belarus 
15. Philippines 
16. Russia 
17. Latvia 
18. Brazil 
19. Turkey 
20. Ukraine

 

 

Mutya Datul Homecoming

Photo and Information Sources:

Missosology

Rappler

Megan Young Miss World Philippines 2013 In Pictures

 

Congratulations, Ms. Megan Lynne Young of Olongapo City, Zambales, winner of Miss World Philippines 2013! Good luck and God bless you! May your beauty continue to shine all throughout the world. May you win the elusive first Miss World title for the Philippines. We pray and support you all the way to the Miss World finals on September 28 in Indonesia.

  

 

Megan Young of Olongapo City, Province of Zambales is announced as Miss World Philippines 2013 winner.  1st runner up is Janicel Lubina of Palawan

  

Megan Young is crowned as Miss World Philippines 2013 by current Miss World Philippines 2012, Queenierich Rehman and Chairperson of CQGQ Inc. Ms. Cory Quirino 

 

Miss World Philippines 2013 Winner and Runners-Up Miss World Philippines 2013 - Megan Lynne Young 1st runner up - Janicel Lubina 2nd runner up - Zahra Saldua 3rd runner up - Bianca Paz 4th runner up - Omarie Linn Osuna. Congratulations!

  

Megan Young During The Evening Gown Competition. Megan Young's gown was designed by Eric De los Santos from Iloilo

  

Megan Young during the Swimsuit Competition

 




 

Megan Lynne Young



 

Megan Young During The Press Presentation 

Photo Sources: 

Jory Rivera, OPMB Worldwide
Bruce Casanova 
Sash Factor 
Andronico Wordpress 
Manila Bulletin

Mr. Gay World 2013 Winners and Result

Mr. Gay World 2013 Finale 

Mr. Gay World 2013 - Christopher Michael Olwage from New Zealand 

Mr. Gay World 2013 - Christopher Michael Olwage from New Zealand  

Antwerp. Belgium - Mr. Gay World 2013 Finals was held last August 4, 2013 at Elckerlijc Theatre, Antwerp, Belgium. The male pageant for gays which runs from July 31 - August 4 saw 25 male contestants competing for the title. Mr. New Zealand, Christopher Michael Olwage was named Mr. Gay World 2013 at the end of the event. 1st runner-up is Hong Kong, 2nd runner-up is USA and the rest of the top 5 were Aruba and Namibia. Special Awards like Mr. Congeniality and Best in National Costume were given to the deserving winners.  Amaryllis Temmerman, Brigitte Derks & René Vanhove serves as the presenters of the finals night competition. Mr Gay World is an annual contest for gay men, seeking to establish ambassadors for Gay and Human Rights, with winners of national contests competing as delegates in a variety of categories. This competition is the most publicized gay contest in the world.
    Here are the official results of the male pageant competition:


Mr. Gay World 2013: New Zealand - Christopher Michael Olwage
1st Runner-Up: Hong Kong - Benjie Vasquez Caraig
2nd Runner-Up: USA - Matthew "Matt" Simmons
3rd Runner-Up: Aruba - Ashley Karym Peternella
4th Runer-Up: Namibia - Ricardo Raymond Amunjera


Top Ten:
Australia - Aaron Taylor
India - Nolan Lewis
Mexico - Jaime David Montes Bernal
Philippines - Erimar Sayo Ortigas
Taiwan - Darien Chen


Special Awards:




Mr. Gay Congeniality - Canada - Danny Dionysios Papadatos
Mr. Gay Photogenic - Mexico - Jaime David Montes Bernal
Best In National Costume - New Zealand - Christopher Michael Olwage
Mr. Gay Popular Vote - Philippines - Erimar Sayo Ortigas
Mr. Sports Challenge - Aruba - Ashley Karym Peternella
Mr. Gay Swimwear - New Zealand - Christopher Michael Olwage
Mr. Gay Art Challenge Award - New Zealand - Christopher Michael Olwage
Mr. Gay Culture Award - New Zealand - Christopher Michael Olwage
Eric Butter Philanthropy Award - NO8H Campaign

Judges:

Eric Butter - President of Mr Gay World (Australia)

Adebisi Alimi - Public speaker and a Sessional University Lecturer (Nigeria)/span>

Beverly Vergel - Training Specialist, Image Consultant (Philippines)

Kristof De Busser - Chief Inspector and Member of the Diversity Team of the Antwerp Local Police (Belgium)

Michiel Vanackere - Field coordinator for a European HIV prevalence research project at the Institute for Tropical Health in Antwerp (Belgium)

Francois Nel - Mr Gay World 2011 (South Africa).

Photo Source: 

MrGayWorld.com 
Mr. Gay World Official Facebook Page

Mr. Gay World 2013 Pre-Arrival Favorites

          Mr. Gay World is an annual pageant for gay men seeking to establish ambassadors of goodwill for gays and human rights with the winner being the ideal spokesperson for gender equality and human rights.   The primary purpose for this event is to end the discrimination against LGBT community around the world. This is the 5th year this pageant is taking place since it was first held in 2009 in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. It is being held in different countries every year representing the different continents symbolizing that gays can be found in all corners of the world. This year, Mr. Gay World Finals will be held on August 4, 2013 at the Elckerlijc Theatre, Antwerp, Belgium.

          Meanwhile, here are my pre-arrival favorites for Mr. Gay World 2013:

 

1. Spain - Miguel Ortiz

  

2. New Zealand - Christopher Michael Olwage 

 

3. Belgium - Tom Goris

  

4. Italy - Alessio Cuvello

  

 

5. Switzerland - Luis Bonfiglio

  

6. Philippines - Erimar Sayo Ortigas

  

7. France - Armando Santos

  

8. Mexico - David Bernal

  

9. Australia - Aaron Taylor 

  

10. Canada - Danny Dionysios Papadatos

  

11. India - Nolan Lewis

 

12. Austria - Joachim Trauner

  

13. Puerto Rico - Juan Luis Ortiz

  

14. The Netherlands - Bobby de Vries

  

15. Pakistan - Amir Rafique 

Special Mentions / Probable Spoilers

Chile
Ireland
Myanmar
Northern Ireland
Taiwan

Photo Sources:

Hashmi Photography
MrGay.com

Miss USA 2013 Is...SURPRISE!

Erin Brady of Connecticut was crowned Miss USA 2013 by the outgoing Miss USA 2012, Nana Meriwether

 

Miss Universe 2013 will be held at the Crocus City Hall, Moscow, Russia on November 9 as announced by Mr. Donald Trump, owner Miss Universe Organization and the reigning Miss Universe 2012, Olivia Culpo at the culmination of Miss USA 2013. 

Las Vegas, Nevada - 25 year-old Erin Brady from East Hampton, Connecticut was crowned as the new Miss USA 2013 at a glittering event held at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas Sunday, June 16. It was Connecticut's first title in the history of Miss USA. She beats 50 other contestants including the District of Columbia to win the title and earned the right to represent the United States at the Miss Universe 2013 at Crocus City Hall, Moscow, Russia on November 9 as announced by Mr. Donald Trump, owner of Miss Universe Organization and the reigning Miss Universe 2012, Olivia Culpo right before the announcement of winners and the culmination of the event and thus, the biggest surprise of the night. She nailed the competition when she answered a question if she agrees with the Supreme Court decision for criminal offenders to undergo DNA profiling which she readily conceded to seek out truth and justice. The 1st runner up went to Alabama, Mary Margaret McCord, 2nd runner up is Illinois, Stacie Juris, 3rd runner up is Utah, Marissa Powell, 4th runner up is Texas, Ali Nugent and 5th runner up went to South Carolina, Megan Pinckney. Miss Photogenic goes to Utah, Marissa Powell and Miss Congeniality goes to Oregon, Gabrielle Neilan. The celebrity judges include Bob Harper, Betsey Johnson, NeNe Leakes, Wendie Malick, Jessica Robertson, Larry Fitzgerald, Nikki Bella, Mo Rocca and Christina Milian. Earlier, a surprise has been announced to allow netizens and pageant fanatics to vote via Twitter among the Top 10 contestant they wanted to advance to the final round answering the final question giving her a shot for the crown of Miss USA 2013. It will only be the second time in 40 years that a European country will host the prestigious event since Greece hosted Miss Universe in 1973. 


Miss USA 2013 – Erin Brady – Connecticut

1st runner-up - Mary Margaret McCord – Alabama

2nd runner-up – Stacie Juris – Illinois

3rd runner-up – Marissa Powell – Utah

4th runner-up – Ali Nugent – Texas (chosen by popular votes via Twitter)

5th runner-up - Megan Pinckney - South Carolina


Top 10 Semifinalists 

Louisiana – Kristen Girault

Nevada – Chelsea Caswell

North Carolina – Ashley Love-Mills

Ohio – Kristin Smith


Top 16 Quarter-finalists

California - Mabelynn Capeluj

Maryland - Kasey Staniszewski

Massachusetts - Sarah Kidd

Pennsylvania - Jessica Billings

West Virginia - Chelsea Welch


Special Awards:

Congeniality – Gabrielle Neilan, Oregon

Photogenic – Marissa Powell, Utah



Judges:

Bob Harper - Health and Fitness Expert, Author and Star on NBC’s “The Biggest Loser”

Betsey Johnson - Legendary Fashion Designer and Star of Style Network’s “XOX Betsey Johnson”

NeNe Leakes - Actress “Glee,” Bravo star of “Real Housewives Atlanta” and “I Dream of NeNe”

Wendie Malick - Actress, Star of TV Land’s “Hot in Cleveland”

Jessica Robertson - Reality TV Personality on A&E’s “Duck Dynasty”

Larry Fitzgerald - MVP Wide Receiver for the Arizona Cardinals, Seven-time Pro Bowl Selection

Nikki Bella - Former WWE® Diva Champion and TV Personality on E!’s “Total Divas”

Mo Rocca - Correspondent, “Sunday Morning” with Charles Osgood, Host of Cooking Channel’s“My Grandmother’s Ravioli”

Christina Milian - American Actress, Singer-songwriter, Social Media Correspondent on NBC’s “The Voice”



Host:

Nick Jonas – singer, songwriter and band member, Jonas Brothers

Giuliana Rancic – co-anchor of E! News 



Color Commentator: 

Jeannie Mai – Style Network’s “How Do I Look?” 



Performers: 

Jonas Brothers 
Paul “DJ Pauly D” DelVecchio



CORRECTION: Cyprus, which hosted the Miss Universe 2000 is strictly speaking a part of the continent of Asia geographically. Cyprus is geographically part of Asia. It is a part of the Adiam Continental plate. Even geologist can attest to that. The sediments, fossils and soil of Cyprus is like that of Israel, Turkey and Lebanon. AND, kindly refer to United Nations continental zoning. Cyprus is European by culture since it is closely associated with Greece and Turkey. And the Cypriot government associates with EU since it is a richer continent compared to Asia. It is only a part of Europe by culture and by its membership to European Union. Thus, Miss Universe 2013 will be only the second time Europe hosted the prestigious pageant after 40 years since Athens in Greece hosted the pageant in 1973, the first European country to host Miss Universe. 


Photo Courtesy Of:  

www.missusa.com, Official Miss USA Facebook Page