The first ever Bb. Cebu crowned

On the local front, Apriel Smith was crowned the first ever Bb. Cebu 2017. Her court was composed of Samantha Lo, Bb. Cebu Tourism; and Maria Gigante, Bb. Cebu Charity. Runners-up were Ingrid Gerodias of Mingladilla (first) and Kathleen Lendio (second).

The pageant was directed by Victor Hao Cuenco, stage was designed by Kenneth Cobonpue, and the evening gowns by Cary Santiago.

Performers were James Reid, Richard Yap, Hey Joe Show, Don Juan, Zsari Vidal, Pintaflores Dance Company, Josh Marquia, Next Stage Band, Dj Gio with Joefre Capangpangan and Marc Mercado.

The panel of judges included ABS-CBN Chief Content Officer (COO) Charo

Santos-Concio; Philippine Tatler editor-in-chief Anton San Diego; Angelito Banayo, chairman of the board of Directors of MECO; Rolly Macasaet, consultant in the office of the president of San Miguel Corporation; Miss Earth 2016 Katherine Espin; Jacqueline Tan Sains, president of Miss Asia-Pacific International; and Frederick Go, president and Chief Operating Officer of Robinsons Land, Frederick Go.

The pageant was hosted by Edu Manzano and son Luis, together with Miss Earth 2008 Karla Henry. (E-mail reactions at entphilstar@yahoo.com. For more updates, photos and videos, visit www. philstar.com/funfare or follow me on Instagram @ therealrickylo.)