Miss Universe Philippines 2024 candidates share more about themselves in preliminary interviews

The Miss Universe Philippines 2024 candidates shared a glimpse of their advocacies, hobbies and personal lives in the preliminary interviews of the much-awaited pageant.

During the preliminary interviews, the 53 candidates were asked three questions revolving around their personal lives, advocacies, professions, hobbies and why they should be the next Miss Universe Philippines.

The candidates were only given 60 seconds to answer the questions in the best way they could. 

The preliminary competition of the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 pageant was held on Sunday, May 19.

Meanwhile, the coronation night is set to happen on Wednesday, May 22, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena at 8 p.m.

It will be hosted by Alden Richards, Miss Universe 2022 R'Bonney Gabriel, Gabbi Garcia, Tim Yap and American TV presenter Jeannie Mai.

The Miss Universe Philippines 2024 is looking to be an exciting event as there will be performances from both Filipino and international acts.

Confirmed performers at the coronation night are "RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs. The World" top 4 queen Marina Summers, OPM band Lola Amour, and Thai actor Win Metawin.

Those who wish to watch the coronation night live can get their tickets at the SM Tickets website. Prices range from P499 for General Admission seats up to P9,950 for VIP 1 section.

You can also watch the coronation in the comfort of your home through a live stream via Empire.PH's YouTube channel.

The winner of the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 pageant will represent the country at the international pageant in Mexico later this year.

—Jade Veronique Yap/MGP, GMA Integrated News