Samela Aubrey Godin of Philippines was crowned Miss Culture International 2021 on 5th December 2021 at The Lyric Theatre, Johannesburg, South Africa. It was the inaugural edition of the international crown.
Samela is a licensed professional teacher, an event coordinator and a businesswoman. She is a also Special Education (SPED) teacher with the passion to serve children with special needs. At the finale, Samela also bagged best in swimwear and best in national costume awards.
Not new to the pageant world, Samela holds various local titles under her belt such as Mutya han Jiabong Samar 2012, Lakambini 2013, OLFU Eco Queen 2016, Binibining Quezon City 2019. She also made it to the Top 24 of Miss World Philippines 2021. Samela stands for women empowerment and believes in supporting other women.
The newly crowned Miss Culture International 2021 Samela Aubrey Godin’s court included first Runner-up – Pauline Deborah Marere of Zimbabwe and second Runner-up – Reatile Molefe of Lesotho.