A month after Miss Universe Philippines coronation, Angelique Manto recalls ‘journey of growth, self-discovery, triumphs’

The 2nd runner up of Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Angelique Manto reminisced her Miss Universe Philippines journey, a month because the pageant concluded.

On Instagram, Angelique shared a video recapping her expertise, which she referred to as a “journey of growth, self-discovery, and triumphs.”

“So much memories to compress in a minute and a half — but in a nutshell, here’s my journey of growth, self-discovery and triumphs (may they be big or small), and even all the missteps in between,” the previous UAAP courtside reporter wrote.

She additionally shared that she at all times tells herself and her boyfriend, David Guison, that she will be able to’t acknowledge herself when she watches her pageant movies.

Angelique, who represented Pampanga, additionally acknowledged those that helped her alongside the best way: “[O]h how far we’ve come for #MANTObeTheUniverse; but never here without the many hands to become the pearl that I am — I appreciate you all.

“May we continuously take all the steps necessary towards it, and the dreams beyond,” she added.

In February, Angelique mentioned becoming a member of Miss Universe Philippines is an ode to her youthful self, her father, psychological well being, and her “beloved Pampanga.”

Angelique was hailed because the 2nd runner-up throughout the pageant’s coronation night time held on May 13.

Michelle Dee took dwelling the crown. 

— Carby Basina/LA, GMA Integrated News