Mary Jean Lastimosa is ready to conquer the universe.Philippines bet to the Miss Universe 2014 pageant to be held in Doral Miami,Florida on January 25
PH's bet Mary Jean Lastimosa official photo for Miss Universe 2014
Philippines bet to the Miss Universe 2014 pageant to be held in Doral Miami,Florida on January 25 (Monday morning of January 26 in Philippines) said last Saturday night that she is ready " to conquer the universe" and bring home the elusive Miss Universe crown which she said is "long overdue".
Mary Jean Lastimosa flew to the US with a tough job to keep the Philippines in the Top 5 for the fifth straight year. Lastimosa who is now 27 left for Miami,Florida to compete in the most prestigious and highly awaited beauty contest which will be held at the US Century Bank Arena, Florida International University.
The Philippines made history when our MU representatives has made it to the Top 5 finish for four consecutive years. Starting in 2010 with Venus Raj; Shamcey Supsup, third-runner up, 2011; Janine Tugonon, first runner-up, 2012; and Ariella Arida, third runner-up, 2013.
According to her “We deserve it. I simply can’t believe how passionate the Filipinos are when it comes to pageants. Ask them about the history of every contest and they know it,’’ she says. “We’re always giving the best shot and hopefully, God will hear our prayers. And I will do my best and I will enjoy it as much as I could.’’
She also said: “I’ve been off the Internet for quite awhile. Just like any other girls, I know they are doing their best and I’m doing my best also. It’s Miss Universe and everyone is preparing so hard to be unique. But I want to show them that I’m only human and I’m flawed,’’.
Meanwhile, reports said that Mary Jean Lastimosa and four other candidates have been asked to arrive early in Los Angeles, California to promote the annual 63rd Miss Universe pageant. After that, they will fly to Miami for the official pre-pageant activities.
The new Miss Universe for this year will get to wear the new crown made by a jeweler based in Czech Republic, the Diamonds International Corporation.
Among the rumored judges are Filipino pride boxing champ Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao and supermodel and host of “America’s Next Top Model” Tyra Banks.
Miss Universe 2014 will be aired on ABS-CBN on January 26, Monday morning.
