‘Miss Universe’ host Olivia Culpo ‘memefies’ self amid renewed ‘energy gap’ comments

January 9, 2023 - 11:26 AM
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Composite shows Miss Universe hosts Olivia Culpo (Olivia Culpo/Instagram)

Miss Universe 2012 Olivia Culpo made a meme of herself as she is once again set to host the prestigious international pageant. 

On TikTok and Instagram, Olivia shared an edited video of herself riding a boat with “Titanic‘s” soundtrack “My Heart Will Go On” playing in the background. 

“On my way to get Red Bull before hosting Miss Universe because user2626374782 said I need more energy this year,” the text in the video reads. 

“#MissUniverse, I’m on my way!!! 🔌 🔋 😭😂 @Miss Universe IYKYK (if you know you know),” Olivia wrote in the caption. 

@oliviadangerculpo #MissUniverse, I’m on my way!!! 🔌 🔋 😭😂 @Miss Universe ♬ My Heart Will Go On (Titanic) – Maliheh Saeedi & Faraz Taali

In 2021, Olivia earned online buzz as may perceived she “lacked energy.” 

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How social media users reacted

Many social media users poked fun at Olivia’s recent video. 

“Don’t forget to bring Cobra and Enervon madam,” a TikTok user quipped. 

“Yes, you need a lot of energy like a LOT (of energy drink),” a social media user commented. 

“Well, you better (drink an energy drink). There’s a lot of us who think the same,” an online user wrote. 

Other social media users meanwhile cheered the host. 

“Redemption era na tologooo!! Keri mo yan miss ma’am,” a TikTok user said. 

“I’m excited to see you more energy. Level up,” a social media user commented. 

“You got this, queen,” an Instagram user wrote

Miss Universe Philippines 2014 MJ Lastimosa likewise rooted for Olivia. 

“Mareng Olivia bumawi kaaaa,” she tweeted following the news confirming this year’s pageant hosts. 

As of writing, Olivia’s video has gained 1.4 million views on Instagram.

Apart from Olivia, Jeannie Mai Jenkins will also host the pageant. 

Meanwhile Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray and American TV personality Zuri Hall will serve as backstage commentators. 

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The Miss Universe coronation night will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA on January 14 (January 15 at 9 a.m., Manila time).

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