Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray extended her congratulations to Ahtisa Manalo after she was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025.
In an Instagram Story, Catriona cheered, “She did it! Thailand, are you ready? So proud! Let’s go, Ahtisa!”
On X, Catriona wrote: “So proud of our bunso from BBP2018! 🥹 Proof that you should never ever give up on your dreams! So proud of you Ahtisa!!! 👏 let’s goooo @MissUniverse #MissUniversePhilippines2025”
The two previously shared the stage at Binibining Pilipinas 2018, where Catriona won Miss Universe Philippines and Ahtisa was crowned Miss International Philippines.
This marks Ahtisa’s third attempt at the coveted crown—after joining in 2018, making a comeback in 2024, and finally winning the title this year.
Ahtisa will now prepare to represent the Philippines on the international stage at the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand this November 2025, where she hopes to bring home the country’s fifth Miss Universe crown. The last win also took place in Thailand, courtesy of Catriona in 2018.
During the final Q&A round, Ahtisa impressed with her thoughtful answer on one event in her life that she led by exmple and the impact it made.
“I fell a while ago on stage, and the thing with me is, whenever I fall in life, I always make sure I come back stronger,” Ahtisa, shared, referring to her fall during the evening gown competition. Despite this, the beauty quickly recovered, earning praises online for her poise and composure.
“Last year, I was here on this stage and for the second time this year, I’m here putting everything on this stage to be Miss Universe Philippines because this is mine and my grandmother’s shared dream and she passed away early this year. And this is my ode to her,” she continued.
Here are the official results:
- Miss Universe Philippines 2025: Ahtisa Manalo
- 1st Runner-up: Winwyn Marquez
- 2nd Runner-up:Yllana Aduana
- Miss Cosmo Philippines: Chelsea Fernandez
- Miss Eco International Philippines: Gabrielle Mai Carballo
- Miss Supranational Philippines: Ma. Katrina Llegado
The event, hosted by Xian Lim, Gabbi Garcia, Tim Yap, and Erika Kristensen Lee, featured performances from James Reid and Marlo Mortel, and was attended by former beauty queens, celebrities, and supporters from across the country.
