Michelle Dee pokes fun at her passing of crown at Miss Universe Philippines 2024: 'Ano ba'
Meanwhile, let's take a look back at Michelle Dee's reign as Miss Universe Philippines in the gallery below.
Where it began
Of course, Michelle Dee's reign as Miss Universe Philippines began last year during her coronation. It was her second time to join the competition after wining Miss Universe Philippines Tourism back in 2022.
Coming out
Michelle Dee made news even outside of her Miss Universe Philippines win, as she also came out as bisexual shortly after her coronation.
Golden
One of Michelle Dee's first public appearances after winning the Miss Universe Philippines crown was to attend the the MEGA Ball organized by the lifestyle magazine. Michelle had on a piece from local designer Vilrique.
Pride
Of course, Michelle Dee also made sure to take part in the Pride Month celebrations that happened a month after her Miss Universe Philippines win.
Starting line
Michelle Dee's Miss Universe journey started off with the reveal of her official headshot for the pageant. Once again, she is wearing a piece from local designer Vilrique.
Welcome to El Salvador
El Salvador was the host country for the 2023 Miss Universe competition, where Michelle Dee competed for the crown.
Preliminary buzz
Michelle Dee had enormous buzz behind her during the preliminary rounds, with this Mark Bumgarner gown gaining particular attention.
She's a winner
Michelle Dee's national costume for the Miss Universe pageant won her the Best in National Costume award.
Black beauty
Another standout piece that Michelle Dee wore during the Miss Universe pageant was this Apo Whang-Od inspired gown by Mark Bumgarner.
Welcome back
After finishing in the top 5, Michelle Dee received a warm welcome when she returned to the Philippines.
Honored
Michelle Dee was also recognized at the Philippine House of Representative for her achievements at the Miss Universe pageant.
First in a century
Michelle Dee was also named China Bank's first brand ambassador in a century after her return from the Miss Universe pageant.
Pageant friends
Michelle Dee also made new friends during the Miss Universe pageant, like Miss Thailand Anntonia Porsild, who she shared a magazine cover with her in the Philippines.
Star
It was also during her reign as Miss Universe Philippines that Michelle Dee was added to the Eastwood City Walk of Fame.
Speaker
Michelle Dee also had the opportunity to be a TedX speaker during her time as Miss Universe Philippines.
'Lifelong' advocacy
Michelle Dee also continued to take part in the Angels Walk, part of her 'lifelong' advocacy for autism awareness.
Legends
Michelle Dee was also able to meet and get a tattoo from Apo Whang-Od near the end of her reign as Miss Universe Philippines.