R’Bonney Gabriel shares how Catriona Gray inspired her to win Miss Universe as she posts their latest project together on her Instagram page.
Photo by Shaira Luna for Vogue Philippines’ October 2023 Issue
According to the reigning Miss Universe, she took inspiration from Catriona when she was training for the international beauty pageant. “When I was training for Miss Universe, @catriona_gray was an inspiration for me and a great example of a talented, well-rounded woman,” R’Bonney recalled in the caption of their Vogue Philippines’ cover photos by Shaira Luna on her Instagram account. Hailed as Miss Universe 2022, Catriona’s influence on her definitely did the job!
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“Respect is given where respect is due!”
She added, “This year, we shot for @voguephilippines together in Manila, and it was incredible to work alongside her and such a great team. 🙏🏼”
In response to R’Bonney’s heartwarming message, Catriona commented, “Aw 🥺 thanks Queen @rbonneynola !! So proud of your journey…just getting started! Can’t wait to see what you conquer next!! 👏❤️”
Check out her post below!
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R’Bonney and Catriona worked together in Manila for the cover of Vogue Philippines’ October issue alongside Miss World 2013 Megan Young, the first Filipina to win the title; Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee; and Michelle’s mother and the youngest winner of Miss International (1979) Melanie Marquez.
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Catriona Gray is Miss Universe 2018, the fourth Filipino Miss Universe titleholder, following Gloria Diaz in 1969, Margie Moran in 1973, and Pia Wurtzbach in 2015. Despite representing the United States on the 71st edition of Miss Universe, R’Bonney Gabriel–being of Filipino descent–captured the hearts of Filipino fans and has been considered part of the roster of Filipina beauty queens.
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