Miss Universe bags another crown, Philippines' Celeste Cortesi places 5th

Philippines' bet Celeste Cortesi joins Top 5 during the 71st Miss Universe pageant held in New Orleans, USA

In her final question and answer, she gave a thoughtful response to the question: "If you win Miss Universe, how would you work to demonstrate what is truly beautiful?"

Celeste Cortesi, Miss Universe Philippines 2022, finished in the Top 5 at the 71st Miss Universe pageant held in New Orleans, USA on January 14, 2023. This marked the country's fourth consecutive placement in the Top 5, with Beatrice Luigi Gomez finishing in the Top 5 in 2021, Rabiya Mateo finishing in the Top 21 in 2020, and Gazini Ganados finishing in the Top 20 in 2019.

Cortesi, who hails from Pasay City, impressed the judges and audience with her poise, eloquence, and beauty throughout the competition. She delivered strong performances in the swimsuit and evening gown competitions, and her thoughtful responses in the question and answer segments showcased her intelligence and compassion.

During the final question and answer round, Cortesi was asked, "If you win Miss Universe, how would you work to demonstrate what is truly beautiful?" She responded, "If I win Miss Universe, I would like to demonstrate what is truly beautiful by using my voice and my platform to advocate for the underprivileged, the marginalized, and the voiceless. I believe that true beauty lies within the kindness of our hearts, the compassion that we show to others, and the positive impact that we leave on the world."

Cortesi's performance at the Miss Universe pageant was a testament to her hard work, dedication, and passion for representing her country. She represented the Philippines with grace and dignity, and her placement in the Top 5 is a source of pride for Filipinos worldwide.