Here's your chance to see Miss Universe bet Michelle Dee up close.
The Miss Universe Philippines (MUP) announced a homecoming parade for Michelle next Sunday, December 10, 2023.
The parade will be held at the SM Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City starting 4:00 p.m.
"We are going to have special guests and fun activities for all of you — it’s going to be a fiesta!" the MUP wrote on Instagram.
The route of the parade is also posted on MUP's Instagram page.
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TRIUMPHANT RETURN
Michelle was treated to a warm welcome upon her return to the Philippines on November 25, 2023, from Los Angeles, U.S.A.
She was away for a month to compete in the Miss Universe pageant held in El Salvador.
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Michelle had a strong showing during the pageant preliminaries and advanced to the semi-finals, but eventually bowed out of contention after failing to secure a spot in the Top 5.
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Despite falling short of winning the crown, Michelle made quite an impression on pageant viewers.
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Michelle took home a handful of special awards, including the Fan Vote, Spirit of Carnival Award, and Best in National Costume, which was announced days after the pageant.
"You know, if ever I brought home the crown, siyempre ginusto ko yun," Michelle said.
"Pero my goal is really to make all of you proud, to represent our country as best as possible."
She thanked her countrymen for making her feel like a winner and for their love and support.
BUSY QUEEN
Michelle's Miss Universe stint has opened doors of opportunities that will keep her busy in the coming days.
Recently, Michelle was named tourism ambassador of the Philippines by the Department of Tourism.
She is also set to resume her acting career via the prime-time series Black Rider, which is currently airing on GMA Network.
“It's so exciting kasi makakasakay ulit ako ng motor. I think with that role I can ride motorcycles more. I’m just ultimately excited," said Michelle in an interview for the news program 24 Oras.
"I’m very grateful also that pagbalik ko may trabaho na agad."