Miss Universe Philippines apologizes for ‘technical difficulties’ of preliminary interviews streaming 

The Miss Universe Philippines organization has apologized after the live streaming of the pageant’s preliminary interviews stopped midway. 

In a social media post, the organization said that they had encountered some “technical difficulties” that delayed the airing of the preliminary interview videos. 

“Our sincerest apologies to those who have been waiting for the streaming of the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Preliminary Interview,” the post read. 

MUPH took the opportunity to inform their followers that the video has been reuploaded in “a form that’s best for all,” and is now available for viewing on Empire.PH YouTube channel. 

The preliminary interviews were done during the preliminary competition of the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 pageant on Sunday. 

During the preliminary interviews, 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 delayed stream of the preliminary nights will be available for viewing on Empire.PH YouTube channel on Monday 6 p.m.

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 coronation event on Wednesday is looking like an exciting event with 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 2024 pageant will represent the country at the international pageant in Mexico later this year.