Yllana Marie Aduana, hindi muna sasabak sa Miss Universe Philippines 2026
- Yllana Marie Aduana announced that she will not be joining this year’s Miss Universe Philippines pageant to focus on pursuing “big and substantial things” outside of pageantry
- The beauty queen shared that, although she enjoys performing on stage, her heart is leading her toward other personal and professional opportunities
- She expressed gratitude to her fans for their continuous support and hopes they will cheer for her even outside the pageant scene
- The star also said she is excited to support and cheer on the delegates competing in the 2026 Miss Universe Philippines pageant
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Yllana Marie Aduana, the 2025 Miss Universe Philippines second runner-up, recently confirmed her decision to skip this year’s competition.
In a heartfelt post on her Instagram account, she explained that while she loves being on stage, she wants to explore opportunities that are outside the world of pageantry.
Source: Instagram
The beauty queen added that her decision is also a way of showing appreciation to her supporters, assuring them that she hopes they will continue to support her journey even beyond the pageant stage.
Yllana’s choice to step back from the competition reflects a growing trend among pageant veterans who prioritize personal growth and diverse career opportunities over titles.
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The celebrity has built a strong reputation for her intelligence, poise, and charitable work, which has earned her a loyal fan base. Observers note that focusing on other professional paths could further expand her influence in media, advocacy, and entertainment projects.
As pageant fans eagerly await the 2026 Miss Universe Philippines pageant, Yllana Marie Aduana’s decision serves as a reminder that stepping away from the spotlight of competition does not diminish a star’s presence or impact.
Her fans have shown overwhelming support online, celebrating her courage to follow her own path while continuing to cheer for the upcoming delegates.
Source: GMA Entertainment
Yllana Marie Singin Aduana is a Filipino model, medical laboratory scientist, and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Philippines Earth 2023. She represented the Philippines in the Miss Earth 2023 pageant in Vietnam.
It is worth noting that Miss Universe Philippines Michelle Dee expressed her gratitude for the strong and warm support she received from her fellow Filipinos. In an interview with Boy Abunda on his show Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, Michelle answered his questions and revealed that she was hurt for not making it to the Top 5, even admitting that she cried in the bathroom. She believes she was ready for the Top 5 due to her preparation for the question-and-answer segment.
Meanwhile, Miss Universe 1969 Gloria Diaz praised Miss International 1979 Melanie Marquez and her daughter, Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Marquez Dee. In an interview shared by ABS-CBN News, she mentioned seeing many of Melanie’s qualities in her daughter. According to her, she would rate Melanie a perfect 10, while Michelle would be an 8 in comparison for Miss Universe Philippines 2023. It is worth remembering that Gloria was part of the judging panel for Miss International 1979, where Melanie won the crown.
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