Catriona Gray, fellow Miss Universe queens react to R’Bonney Gabriel finally hitting 1M followers
- R’Bonney Gabriel’s Instagram milestone prompted a strong show of support from fellow Miss Universe titleholders
- Catriona Gray was one of the first to respond, offering warm encouragement that amplified R’Bonney’s message about valuing authenticity
- Andrea Meza also joined in, offering her support, followed by Sheynnis Palacios, whose comment added to the wave of solidarity
- Their reactions highlighted the unity within the Miss Universe sisterhood and emphasized their shared commitment to uplifting one another
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Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel has officially crossed the one-million mark on Instagram, a milestone that prompted an emotional reflection from the Filipino-American beauty queen. Her post, shared alongside a carousel of personal and professional photos, highlighted both gratitude and vulnerability as she addressed the journey that led to this digital achievement.
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R’Bonney began her message by expressing amazement at how quickly the milestone was reached, while also opening up about the scrutiny she has faced regarding her online following.
“In less than 24 hours, yall got me to 1 MILLION followers! It was never about the numbers, but people have looked down on me just because of my social media follower count.”
The beauty queen then shifted to gratitude, thanking supporters from around the world and acknowledging how their encouragement has strengthened her platform.
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“Thank yall so much for supporting me. Maraming salamat sa suporta. Your support is so strong and so real. This gives me a bigger platform to share my passion for design. To use fashion as a force for good. It was always about advocating for the arts, making women feel beautiful in my designs, and sustainability through my brand @rbonneynola_design”
Furthermore, R’Bonney reflected on the meaning of online milestones and reminded her followers of the importance of genuine connection beyond the digital space.
“It feels crazy to celebrate this, but I’m happy lets not forget there’s still a whole world out there beyond digital platforms. Human connection and impact is still what’s most important”
She concluded her post with a firm request to maintain positivity in the discussion surrounding her achievement, stating, “No hate comments here, please.”
Her post’s comments section was then filled with supportive voices from across the pageant community, including reactions from three Miss Universe titleholders.
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray wrote, “Never about numbers! You are loved.” Catriona’s message echoed R’Bonney’s emphasis on impact and authenticity over metrics.
Miss Universe 2020 Andrea Meza also shared her support, writing, “You are loved, R’Bonney.”
Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios added her own brief but heartfelt message, writing, “Love you,” reinforcing the strong sense of camaraderie among the Miss Universe sisterhood.
R’Bonney’s milestone and the supportive responses from Catriona, Andrea, and Sheynnis highlight not only the shared experiences among Miss Universe winners but also the growing movement within the pageant community toward meaningful influence, creative advocacy, and human connection.
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The wave of support for R’Bonney followed a surge of attention sparked by comments made by Miss Universe president Raul Rocha, whose remarks about her follower count circulated widely among pageant fans. After Raul pointed out that the Miss Universe 2022 titleholder had not reached one million followers during her reign, fans mobilized rapidly, pushing her account past the milestone in under 24 hours. The overwhelming response demonstrated the strong and loyal backing R’Bonney continues to receive from supporters around the world.
R’Bonney Gabriel is a Filipino-American designer from Texas who won the Miss Universe 2022 title. She is known as a passionate advocate for sustainability in the fashion industry and for using recycled materials in her designs. Since her win, she has been active in modeling, hosting workshops, and creating fashion pieces that promote environmental awareness. She has also grown close to the Filipino community through her frequent visits to the Philippines and her features highlighting local culture, food, and shopping spots.
As previously reported by KAMI, Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel spent a full day exploring ukay-ukay shops in Cubao, Quezon City to find pieces she could use for her trip to South Africa and her fashion projects. She shared that she managed to buy several jackets and a rare baby blue vest for a total of ₱5,000, calling the experience a success. R’Bonney also revealed that she plans to upcycle the items by taking them apart and redesigning them into a standout outfit. Her supporters commended her for advocating sustainability and showing creativity through thrifted fashion and upcycling.
In a 2023 report, R’Bonney Gabriel expressed her delight at revisiting a barangay in Malate where she spent a significant part of her childhood. In her social media update, the American fashion designer pointed out the familiar streets she used to walk through to buy pandesal and the spots where she played during rainy days. She also fondly recalled the warmth and kindness of the neighbors she grew up with in Barangay 743, Malate, Manila.
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