Edu, Luis Manzano to hostBb.Cebucoronation
A new tradition begins. This year, one Cebuana will be crowned the first Binibining Cebu. Women from all towns, cities, and municipalities of the province have embarked on the quest for the sought-after title, in a highly-anticipated pageant that seeks to honor Cebu’s beautiful diversity and colorful stories.
This Tuesday, August 29, 2 p.m. onwards at the Mountain Wing Atrium of SM Seaside City, the Bb. Sugbu Charity Foundation Inc., in cooperation with the SHS-B Batch 1985 Foundation, Inc. will present the official candidates who will take on the challenge to represent the Cebuana of today—beyond beauty and wit, a well-rounded individual who is proud of her heritage.
Binibining Cebu provides a platform for remarkable Cebuanas to promote Cebu’s culture and heritage to the rest of the country and the world.
Pre-pageant activities include the Philippine Terno Competition on September 23 in Argao, the Swimsuit Gala Dinner on September 29 at the Grand Convention Center of Cebu, and the Evening Gown Competition on October 4 at SM Seaside City Cebu.
The coronation night will be held on October 28, Saturday, at the Pacific Grand Ballroom of Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino. Globally renowned Cebuano fashion designer Cary Santiago heads the pageant as chairperson with director Victor Cuenco as head of production. It will be hosted by Miss Earth 2008 Karla Henry and father-son duo Edu and Luis Manzano.
Binibining Cebu is co-presented by AboitizLand, Basic Graphics, Cebu Landmasters, Chelsea Logistics, PAGCOR,
The recent US trip of Kapuso Primetime King and Queen Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera was filled with fond memories from their participation in the Philippine Independence
Day celebrations (PIDC) in two cities in California.
DongYan’s presence at the highly successful “Pista sa Nayon: Philippine Independence Day” in Vallejo and the PIDC in Carson City was made possible by GMA Pinoy TV.
Dingdong and Marian, who flew to the US with their baby Zia, could not forget the warm welcome from the Kapuso Abroad as soon as they arrived at the Vallejo Waterfront in Mare Island Way for the festivities organized by the Philippine Cultural Community of Solano County, Inc.
The Kapuso royal couple delighted the crowd as they danced, joked, teased, playfully flirted with each other on stage, and even challenged three newlyweds to a dance showdown.
After the event in Vallejo, the family took time off to have a quick vacation at South Lake Tahoe. DongYan also celebrated their 10th anniversary of being one of GMA’s iconic on-screen couples.
Dingdong and Marian also paid a courtesy visit to the Consular General Office of LosAngeles, in which they were awarded citations of merit and recognition Robinsons Land, SM Seaside City Cebu and Waterfront Hotel & Casino.
For more information, visit their website at www.binibiningcebu.com. Witness their journey and the making of history at www.fb.com/ BinibiningCebu or on Instagram @BinibiningCebu. from the Senate, Congress, House Assembly, City, and the Foundation. GMA International, the Network’s international business unit, was also recognized for its continuous support of the annual PIDC.
Meanwhile, the show in Carson City, which was organized by the Philippine Independence Day Foundation, provided no dull moments as Dingdong and Marian filled the event with excitement. A huge number of fans trooped to the GMA Pinoy TV booth to have their dream photo opportunity with DongYan after the show.
Dingdong expressed his appreciation to the Kapuso Abroad for the successful celebrations.
“It was a very, very warm welcome. Lalong naging significant ang pagpunta namin. Through our shows, we hope to bring the feeling of being home with them,” said Dingdong, who is currently seen in the second book of “Alyas Robin Hood.”
Marian echoed the sentiment as she enjoyed being united with Pinoys abroad.
“Nakakatuwa ‘yung pagtanggap ng mga tao. Ang sarap ng pakiramdam kapag ‘yung mga kapwa Pilipino mo, talagang nagsasama-sama to celebrate,” said the host of “Tadhana,” a drama anthology about Filipinos abroad.