Philippines’ pride, Myrna Esguerra, was named fourth runner-up at the Miss International 2025 pageant, continuing the country’s strong presence in the international pageant scene.
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Her finish comes nine years after Kylie Verzosa last won the crown in 2016.
Although she narrowly missed the crown, Myrna impressed judges and fans worldwide with her poise, intelligence, and advocacy-driven initiatives.
During the question-and-answer segment of Miss International 2025, Myrna said the pageant taught her to be selfless and helped her grow as a person.
“If you were to describe your entire Miss International experience to your family and loved ones, what would you tell them?” the question reads.
“I will tell to my mama that I just gained 79 more siblings among my 16 siblings back home. Miss International taught me to be selfless and it taught me the value of having friends from all around the world,” Myrna responded.
Social media buzzed with praise for her elegance, stage presence, and dedication to her platform.
Her achievement as fourth runner-up reinforces the Philippines’ reputation as a powerhouse in international beauty competitions and highlights the consistent strength of Filipina representatives on the global stage.
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