The wait is finally over! Ahtisa Manalo was officially sashed as Miss Universe Philippines – Quezon Province 2024 today as she became the official representative of Quezon Province at Miss Universe Philippines 2024.
Manalo is 26 years of age and stands 173 cm tall. She was born in Candelaria, Quezon, Philippines to a Filipino-Spanish mother and a Finnish-Swedish father. Not new to the pageant world and a crown favourite for sure, Ahtisa was previously crowned Binibining Pilipinas International 2018 and represented her country at Miss International 2018 where she placed as the first runner-up.
Manalo was about to begin her Universe journey in 2020 as she submitted her application to compete at Miss Universe Philippines 2020, however, she withdrew shortly after dur to medical issues. Ever since the 2024 edition applications began, pageant fanatics wished to see her represent Philippines at Miss Universe stage and follow in the footsteps of Catriona Gray to bring home the Miss Universe crown.
Take a look at the official announcement of Ahtisa Manalo as Miss Universe Philippines – Quezon 2024 –
Miss Universe Philippines 2024, the fifth edition of Miss Universe Philippines, will be held next year where Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee of Makati will crown her successor at the end of the event finale.