A recent victory by a Filipina American beauty pageant contestant has sparked a debate about what it means to truly represent the Philippines.
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The country has arguably the most enthusiastic beauty pageant culture in the world, with widespread fame and life-changing opportunities awaiting winners.
But the winner of this year’s Miss Universe Philippines, Bea Millan-Windorski, has had to defend her victory after being criticised for previously representing the United States at another pageant.
Her US upbringing and recent move to the Philippines has also raised questions about whether she is a legitimate representative of a country that takes its pageant culture very seriously.
While the popularity of beauty pageants was waned in many other parts of teh world, attracting criticism for being sexist, objectifying women and promoting unobtainable beauty standards, they still have a significant place in Filipino popular culture.
Asia Specific host Mariko Oi speaks to broadcaster and podcast host Rico Hizon and Ariella Ara Arida, the National Director for Training and Development of the Miss Universe Philippines Organisation to discuss the latest controversy and unpack why beauty pageants retain such broad appeal in the Philippines.
00:00 Introduction
02:22 How did Adriella, a 2013 Miss Universe Philippines contestant, get interested in beauty pageants?
03:31 Are Filipinos really obsessed with beauty pageants?
05:14 Why is the Philippines considered a beauty pageant powerhouse?
05:56 How do pageant contestants train for competitions?
07:10 The controversy over Bea Millan-Windorski’s pageant win in the Philippines
09:36 Did more than 300 years of Spanish rule influence Filipino appearance?
10:20 Diversity and representation in Philippine beauty pageants
11:43 The age limit for beauty pageants in the Philippines
13:57 Is there sexist criticism of beauty pageants in the Philippines?
16:42 Why pageant preparation can be mentally draining
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Presenter: Mariko Oi
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