With Miss Universe Philippines separating from Binibining Pilipinas in 2019, the first edition of Miss Universe Philippines i.e. Miss Universe Philippines 2020 will be hosted on 3rd May 2020 in Mall of Asia Arena, Bay City, Pasay, Metro Manila.

Angela Aninang has become the official representative of Negros Occidental for Miss Universe Philippines 2020 after she was confirmed at the red-carpet presentation held in Manila. Angela is 25-years-old and has studied Medical Technology at Angeles University Foundation. She has worked briefly as a faculty member of the College of Allied Medical Professions her home college at Angeles University Foundation.

Angela is not new to the pageantry as she was part of Miss Global Philippines 2015 and was crowned as third runner-up Miss Global Philippines 2015 Tourism Ambassador by the end of the event finale. She has always wanted to represent Philippines at Miss Universe pageant and this is the reason she applied at Miss Universe Philippines 2020 beauty pageant.

Angela is described by her close friends and family as soft-spoken, serious and intelligent. She is a responsible human and student and the professors know her as “Beauty and Brains.” She is very confident, strong and focused towards winning the title.

Angela is working on her on-stage walk, communication and interview skills. She also works on her body language every day to be ready for the beauty pageant finale.  She has a very beautiful face and smile which will capture your attention instantly. She seems a very strong competition for other delegates in the competition because she has the experience and knowledge about the industry.  She can use her knowledge during the question and answer round of the competition and impress the judging panel.

Miss Universe Philippines 2019 Gazini Ganados will crown her successor by the end of the event finale. The pageant aims to encourage Filipina women to become empowered individuals, who also embody the mission of being agents of meaningful change wherever they are. It trains participants to become role models, pursuing personal and professional goals, while also leaving and inspiring positive impact in society.