Awra Briguela silences bullies with pageant success and advocacy: “I am standing stronger, prouder”
· Awra Briguela made a surprising and successful pageant debut, winning First Runner-Up in the Hiyas ng Silangan 2025
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· She revealed she had only three days to prepare for the university-based competition
· Awra used the platform to champion her advocacy against bullying, stating, "I am living proof that no amount of bullying can silence a brave heart"
· The actress shared an emotional message of self-love, telling herself: "You were born to win... You are unique, beautiful, and smart"
Former child star and popular social media personality, Awra Briguela, has once again proven that her journey is defined by resilience and courage.
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In a dazzling debut on the pageant stage, Awra secured the title of First Runner-Up in the Hiyas ng Silangan 2025 at the University of the East, where she is currently a first-year college student.
Her unexpected foray into pageantry—accomplished with what she admits was a mere three days of frantic preparation—has become a powerful story of personal triumph and advocacy.
Awra took to Instagram to share striking photos from the competition, along with a lengthy, candid caption that offered a window into her experience.
She expressed immense pride in the feat, considering her lack of prior experience.
"First runner-up for a first timer is not bad at all," she wrote, highlighting the unbelievable three-day window she had to pull the entire look and performance together.
More than the sash and the spotlight, Awra revealed that her true motivation for joining the competition was the desire to champion her long-standing advocacy against bullying.
For her, the pageant platform was a strategic venue to make her voice heard "loud and clear, straight from me." This personal mission stems from her own experiences in the public eye.
"I’ve been judged. I’ve been bullied. Yet here I am standing stronger, prouder, and louder," Awra stated with defiance, using her success as a testament to her strength."I am living proof that no amount of bullying can silence a brave heart."
She passionately called for an end to bullying, both online and offline, emphasizing a core message of universal respect and acceptance: "Every person deserves to be respected, accepted, and loved. Let’s use our voices not to hurt, but to heal. Together, we can build a world where kindness wins."
Awra also shared the emotional reality of a first-time competitor who came incredibly close to the crown.
She admitted to a moment of difficulty in accepting the results, being so near to the ultimate title.
However, this fleeting disappointment was quickly replaced by a profound sense of purpose. "But then I realized my true purpose in joining this pageant," she reflected. "I’ve always believed that everything happens for a reason and if it’s meant for me, it will be."
Ultimately, the competition was transformed into a statement—a public declaration that her story of overcoming adversity can inspire others who feel silenced.
"I know what it feels like to be silenced that’s why I now speak for those who can’t," she asserted. "Silencing the bullies starts with speaking up for yourself. I’m not here to fight with words, I’m here to let my story silence every bully who once doubted me."
The actress’s journey from a phenomenal child performer to a bold advocate is an inspiration. Having recently graduated from high school and now pursuing her college studies at the same university, Awra continues to prioritize personal milestones while using her fame for positive social impact.
She concluded her post with a heartwarming message of self-affirmation, proving that her biggest supporter is herself: "You are strong, talented, and brave. Please stop doubting yourself, because you were born to win. You are unique, beautiful, and smart and you deserve every bit of love and light coming your way."
Awra Briguela is a known Filipino actress, comedienne, and social media personality. She first rose to fame as a child star after gaining attention for her energetic and confident personality, which led to her breakout role in the primetime TV series FPJ's Ang Probinsyano. Awra became widely recognized for her expressive facial reactions and comedic timing in his various projects. Her popularity grew even more after winning the first season of Your Face Sounds Familiar: Kids.
It can be recalled that Awra madea splash in her first pageant, the Hiyas ng Silangan 2025 at UE (University of the East). Awra flaunted her red gown on Instagram, which immediately went viral (or trended). She garnered praise and positive comments from netizens. The UE Manila Student Council supported her cross-dressing and her right to gender expression.
She also previously used her platform to speak up on certain political issues in the country. Earlier, on Instagram, she reposted her video from @uedawnofficial and shared her sentiments. In her post, Awra urged the public to never forget and to always speak up about corruption too. She said, "Nawa'y hindi magapagod bumoses ang bawat mamamayang Pilipino ninakawan."
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