While Philippines has proven to be a powerhouse in the pageantry with wins in all Big4 pageants, this year Samantha Panlilio represented Philippines at the international pageant and emerged as the front-runner for the coveted crown, even though she remained unplaced at the end.
Ever since her send-off to the final walk on the stage, Samantha showed great potential to debut her country’s win. The pageant debutante was excited, confident and definitely to put forth a strong representation.