Valerie Weigmann is Miss World 2014!

Valerie Weigmann, hails as Miss World 2014 after beating 25 other candidates for this year's crown at the SM MOA arena in Pasay City, Sunday night.
Weigmann is a 24 year-old candidate who represented Camarines Sur.
Weigmann not only bring home the title, she was also chosen as Best in Swimsuit, Best in Evening Gown, Best in Fashion Runway and many more.

Picture courtesy of: pinoyanbisyoso.com

She has won the title after answering the question..."Why should you win Miss World Philippines?"
Weigmann said: "I believe in the importance of empathy and compassion because I see, If all of us can all come together, we can all be advocates of change. And I want to inspire and encourage everyone to take up personal advocacy."
Among other contenders who won that night are Lorraine Kendrickson (1st princess), Nelda Ilbe (2nd princess), Nicole Donesa, (3rd princess) and Rachel Peters, (4th princess).

Valerie Weigmann along with other winners
Courtesy of : pinoyhorizon.blogspot.com
Photo by: Teddy Pelaez

Weigmann will represent the country in the Miss World Pageant this December 14, 2014 at ExCeL London in London, England.

Valerie Weigmann
Miss World 2014

Interesting facts about Valerie Weigmann

Before Weigmann became a Beauty title holder, she was once known by many on her first name as "Valerie."
First seen on the 2nd season of ABS-CBN's  Pinoy Big Brother Teen edition, 2008 and dubbed as "Darling Doll of Germany."

Valerie Weigmann on ABS-CBN's 2nd season of Pinoy Big Brother's Teen edition, 2008
Courtesy of: moviespicture.org

Also came out as a model endorser of one popular toothpaste commercial..."Close-up."

Valerie Weigmann and Ian Batherson
Close-up commercial
Picture courtesy of reynthology.blogspot.com

And was included as part of TV5's Fantasy  series..."Kidlat," which stars Derek Ramsey.

Valerie Weigmann as Natasha/Enigma in "Kidlat"

Valerie Weigmann with Jose and Bosing Vic
Courtesy of: valerieweigmann.blogspot.com
Valerie's first apperance on Eat Bulaga's "ALL for JUAN,"
October 3, 2013

Currently hosting Tito, Vic and Joey's noon time show at GMA7's ..."Eat Bulaga."

A beautiful day!

I couldn't exactly remember when was the last time I have
seen Lala.
Lala is not just a good friend but one of my trusted bestfiend.
Our path have crossed year 2001 in UP Diliman at the time I and her
was taking our Masteral degree courses in the University.
We usually see each other when we plan for a meet-up or when
there are special occassion in our lives.
But sometimes were actually having a hard time looking for
a perfect time to see each other because of both conflicts in our
works and priorities.
But despite the situation, we understand and respect each other
and never complain about it.
Recently, I received an invitation to attend as a co-panelist in one of her
subjects in the academe.
Honestly speaking, I'm too excited about it.
And without thinking twice, I said yes on it.
Her invitation just gave me the very idea of her other side as a lecturer.
Witnessing her experience in teaching made me go back to the second
profession I love and used to do...teaching.
It was situated in Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP),
where I have seen an overwhelming number of graduating students
attending her class.
I was then a total stranger. I never met Lala's students and vice-versa.
First impression to them was some of them were a "happy go lucky students."
But that impression was changed when they've presented their thesis
proposal and started speaking.
Their ages ranges from 17, I believe but believe me...they're a students with substance.
I think aside from their genes, Lala as their lecturer has guided these students
in every step of their subject matter.
It was I guess pretty normal to correct and help them in some areas they have weaknesses,
but it was all for the sake of polishing.
It was 7 different groups but the word "boredom," never came in in my mind.
The unexpected part was joining them for pictorial after their presentation...it was awesome!
There was fulfillment in me and I believe same goes to Lala.
After that, we went somewhere to grab dinner.
The dinner was fun for it was my very first visit to " Teriyaki Boy, " a japanese  restaurant situated in the Gateway mall.
But our night didn't end eating suffer...we even had coffee along
with our friendly chats and banters.
This also gave us the very opportunity to plan for our "BIG DAY," happening
next month.
We may be missing one more close friend Iaree, but that didn't serves
as a hindrance for us both to enjoy the night.
Our overall experience was truly fun and now looking forward for our next
gathering.

The Academe Invitation

A PUP VISIT OCTOBER 7, 2014

Weeks ago, I had an invitation from a close-friend (Mam Lala), whom I met at UP Diliman while we we’re taking our Masteral’s degree there in 2001. Lala is now currently teaching at  Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), College of Communications...and the invites was mainly for the purpose of being one of the panelist for her students submitting a thesis proposal on one of her subject..."Quantitative and Qualitative research.
Without thinking twice, I nodded on it. First, teaching in the academe was my second love. Back then I was a former College Professor teaching Mass Communication students at the Roosevelt College System in Cainta, Rizal. But it won't happened without the opportunity given to me by Dr. Paz Diaz or known by many as Mam Paz ( again thank you ♡!)
Second, I always love to share my wisdom and knowledge in understanding how media works especially on students specializing on it.
At first, I got so overwhelmed with the number of students Mam Lala at the time was handling...if my memory still serves me well they're more than 40.
And also suprised with number of groups I have to listen as well.
If most of the students were nervous about their chosen thesis proposals...I 'm at one point bothered on how I will contribute on their studies. But my job at the time became so manageable with the inputs coming from Mam Lala.
I have to admit, most of the students who presented that day had a very interesting topic to listen to...and I too had learned a lot from them.
And the latter part became so unforgettable because there was no need for us to audition to became "stars," we had our group pictorials after!
Goodluck guys, study hard and dream BIG. 'Til we all meet again.
And again, thank you Mam Lala!
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