Catriona Gray crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2018

By CNN Philippines Staff

Updated 02:10 AM PHT Mon, March 19, 2018

Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, March 19) — Catriona Gray is Miss Universe Philippines 2018.

The 24-year-old stunner was crowned Monday past midnight at the Binibining Pilipinas 2018 coronation night held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City.

Gray, a crowd favorite, bested 39 other candidates to win the coveted title.

Aside from winning Miss Universe Philippines, Gray also won Best in Swimsuit, Best in Long Gown, Best in National Costume, JAG Denim Queen, and Miss Ever Bilena.

She will represent the Philippines in the 67th Miss Universe pageant.

Here's the list of other winners:

Bb. Pilipinas International 2018 - Ma. Ahtiza Manalo
Bb. Pilipinas Globe 2018 - Michele Gumabao
Bb. Pilipinas Intercontinental 2018 - Karen Galman
Bb. Pilipinas Grand International 2018 - Eva Patalinjug
Bb. Pilipinas Supranational 2018 - Jehza Huelar
First runner-up: Vickie Marie Rushton
Second runner-up: Samantha Bernardo
The following also won special awards at the event:

Miss Creamsilk – Michele Gumabao
Miss Philippine Airlines – Muriel Orais
The face of Binibini - Eva Psychee Patalinjug
Miss Talent - Shane Tormes
Miss Friendship - Shane Tormes
Manila Bulletin Reader’s Choice Award - Samantha Bernardo
Binibining Pilipinas 2018 marks the pageant’s 55th iteration since its inception in 1964.

In 2017, the Philippines collected podium finishes in various international pageants, including Miss Earth winner Karen Ibasco, Miss Reina Hispanoamericana winner Winwyn Marquez, Miss Globe First Runner-up Nelda Ibe, and Miss Grand International Second Runner-up Elizabeth Clenci.

CNN Philippines' Makoi Popioco contributed to this story.

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