However, as everyone witnessed, Magtanong’s dream crown went to her “Binibini” sister Gazini Ganados while she was relegated to the title of Binibining Pilipinas-International. And then came the confirmation that the franchise for Miss Universe in the country was reassigned to Miss Universe 2011 Third Runner-Up Shamcey Supsup and her new group – from Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc. (BPCI). For more than five decades since 1964, BPCI held the local franchise of Miss Universe and other global beauty pageants, including Miss International. But will she or will she not join Miss Universe Philippines? This interview was held a week before the 52 official candidates of the first Miss Universe Philippines outside BPCI were introduced to the public.

Source: Manila Times February 21, 2020 17:29 UTC