"Here I want to prove that it's not just that they'll see, not just my daring, but also the acting wise. The whole movie, the lesson of the movie... everything, he's a package, so to speak."

"I want to try everything because I get to learn a lot of things along the way. It makes me motivated to do better."

"If I have to endure all these kinds of things for the end result that I want to achieve, then definitely I am for it."

"“Miss World Philippines is selfless and to be selfless, you need the heart. If I become Miss World Philippines, I will pour my heart and my soul into helping others which is what Miss World is – beauty in giving.”"

"I would rather have any other title than be the girlfriend of Donny because I believe that in love, there should be no contest. You should win as the girlfriend of somebody because that somebody chose you to be his girlfriend, and not because you won a contest."

"If there's one thing in the world that I want people to know about me, that's I'm a miracle baby. And I'm just so proud of that story kasi there's nothing in the world that's more beautiful than being born out of eight pregnancies. And my mom is so proud of me, and I have a family that really believes in me, and I think that I'm the most blessed person in the world."

"If there were no rules and I could be outrageous for one day, I would go to every politician that robbed our nation and I will take that away and give it to the right hands. And I thank you."

"If I were to change something, gusto ko talaga magkapatid(I'd like to have a sibling)."

"In this lifetime, I would rather be kind than right. Because anyone in the world can be right, but not everybody can be kind. And I believe that if there's one thing in the world that's so beautiful, it's that even though the world can be so harsh to you, even if the world can grip you and break you into pieces, you can still be kind and I think that's power."

"“My main reason for being here today is to represent my country, to show the world that the Filipinos are hardworking. ‘Hey, we can do this! No matter what happens, no matter what crisis we go through, we’re willing to help other people.’ It would be an honor to be a part of the Miss World Organisation and I’m sure that the Filipinos will be right be right behind me. They’ll be in the journey to Miss World as well.”"

"When life gives you a second chance to live, you'll really feel the gratefulness."

"“Miss World, for me, treasures the core values of humanity and that guides her into understanding people why they act the way they do, how they live their lives and I will use these core values and my understanding not only in helping others but to show people how they can understand others, to help others, so that as one, together, we shall help society.”"

"It is through you that I realized there is still so much love in me to give, share, and want more little ones like you."

"To love someone from the moment you discovered she was growing inside of you. To feel such intense love at first sight that the exhilarating feeling inside was indescribable."

"If somebody's bullying you...first, calm yourself down."

"You were connected to my whole being, and for the first time, I understood what it meant to live for someone and give everything you've got."

"One should live by example and not by opinion."

"It's not very competitive towards other women, it's competitive towards yourself."

"If you don't fit the role, you won't get the job."

"A woman giving birth isn't experiencing waves, she is like the ocean; the waves are a part of her."

"Our nation has gone through many stages from being colonized by the Spanish for almost 400 years and afterwards, the Americans and Japanese for a shorter period of time. So we really are a true fighters when it comes to adaptation and change."

"What's the essence of a woman? Her power to overcome pain that feels like death but in turn births life. The power to do whatever it is she puts her mind."

"Succeeding in life is the best revenge against bullies."

"A woman is an ocean of her own."

"Keep pushing to be the best version of yourself by always looking up to God and being thankful for everything."

"This crown is not just for me, it's for all of you, and a representation of what we can achieve as a nation."

"I would like to make a difference in a small way, I guess. Hopefully I can partner with the Department of Education."

"Success is not just about winning in life but setting goals, achieving smaller goals and your dreams and working hard for everything you want and always looking up to God and being thankful for everything."

"Traveling gives you that exposure to different ways of life, diverse cultures and history. And that only enhance one’s knowledge of the world."

"Listen to yourself-that is very important."

"I express myself as an androgynous woman or person...And it's so much better. I'm happier. I'm comfortable and I feel confident and I don't think--there's nothing wrong with that."

"If you like dressing up as masculine, I go for it...I have days that I feel very feminine and I literally go for it."

"Yeah, I am black. So what? What has my color to do with what I can offer to the world?"

"“Actually, it’s just one girl who’s going to be crowned, but I know in my heart, every one of us, we are alright even without that crown.”"

"I was concerned about the other girls joining Miss Universe but that doesn’t mean I am transphobic. I am proud of Angela and I respect her and the community. If I have offended people, I am sorry but it was never my intention."

"My @missuniverse experience has taught me that as a woman, I can be ANYTHING and that I can do EVERYTHING if I put my mind and heart into it."

"This crown just does not belong to me and it [does] not belong just to myself but to everyone here right now. Miss Universe Philippines has always been more than just a competition, it's a celebration of passion, dedication, and the beauty of dreams coming true."

"Let’s trust our president."

"..So early on we were taught how to be responsible, how to take good care of pets, and how to have compassion. So from there, I just fell in love. I had all sorts of pets.."

"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but you can’t avoid it in our industry. Pag tumaba ka: ‘Ay, ang taba mo, bat ganun?’ Laging andun yung pamimintas. These are things we don’t get to share with other people. They just say, ‘Ay, tumaba siya.’ They don’t know that we’re also going through something."

"Keep breathing. Keep trying. You’ve got this."

"As a human being, it’s very tempting. But I have integrity. I have a conscience. I don’t see myself in politics.."

"My prayer is that those who are responsible (for wicked deeds) be held accountable, na managot po talaga sila."

"There must be accountability, and there must really be punishment."

"I asked myself, how can I best represent the whole Philippines? But against all odds, we won. I am now your queen. I know I only assumed the crown. But I am forever grateful that I was given this chance to represent the Miss Grand International organization."

"Actually, I’ve always been quiet. Hindi po ako ‘yung nakikialam, but if I’m affected or it hits me personally, that’s when I really feel like vocally expressing my emotions. Hindi ko napipigilan na mag-call out."

"I feel like it’s about time for me to use my voice."

"High tide or low tide?"

"I’m open to that. It’s part of the risk that you take that not everyone will agree with you. There will be negative reactions.."