The Miss Filipina International organization hosted the grand coronation night for 2021 edition on 31st July 2021 at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, Redondo Beach, California, where Arianna Kyla Padrid was crowned as Miss Filipina International 2021 as she bested Filipinas from all around the world, including France, Spain, Japan, Zambia, Germany, Canada and all over the USA, for the title.
19 years-old Arianna, hailing from Union City, California, has always admired women for being strong and independent, and that’s the usual path she takes for herself. She loves the idea of becoming a teacher, traveling the country and the world teaching women’s studies to young girls, inspiring them to reach their full potential.
She is currently a college student and works with her mother, five days a week, at their hotel. Being a part of the Filipino community, she visits local businesses with her best friends as they try their best to support small family-owned shops because she believes, “it is really important to keep the community growing.”
She is an avid supporter of children’s education because of her love towards them. One of her favourite forms of expression is painting. “In ten years, I do see myself as a professional artist. I also love to see the look on people’s faces whenever I show them a new piece. It makes me happy to see other people happy,” she shared.
After her crowning she took a moment to express her feelings in a post as she wrote, “Still such a surreal moment, I’m so honored and grateful to be your Miss Filipina International for 2021 as well as your Miss Philippine Airlines and Best in Swimsuit. This was such a fun journey and I’m so glad I got to meet such amazing people I can call sisters. So excited for what this year has to offer!”
“I couldn’t have done this without the support of my parents, family closest friends and sponsors. I love and thank everyone who has congratulated me and supported me throughout this entire journey. Thank you to IEG Productions and MFI for giving me this opportunity to grow and inspire others,” she added.
Looking ahead to a successful reign and a year full of opportunities, Arianna is excited and grateful for her journey so far and forward. She is the young woman in today's Filipino communities around the globe with the beauty, grace and dynamic personality and intelligence that sets her apart from the rest.