"I look Asian, I'm an oriental beauty and people you know, mestizo, mestiza, iba 'yung itsura nila (they look different). It's pointless to compare myself to them."

"I think it's enough for other people but for me, I think that I did my part in you know, representing short people, representing young people."

"I think after my year in Miss World Philippines, I did my role, I did my best in creating a safer space for women like me."

"I was bullied for being Asian"

"Better late than never"

"I tried out to be a courtside reporter. I tried out two to three times and I didn't get it."

"Always remember that what's meant for you will always be yours."

"I was never approved to become the courtside reporter and it definitely broke my heart because I was always at the games, I was really the number one fan of the athletes, and I was not accepted."

"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."

"Miss Universe is my dream."

"Let’s trust our president."

"“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.”"

"There are still a lot of people who are doing this out of passion, out of love. We are doing this because being in the pageant is our dream, it’s our moms’ dream, or just a dream of special people around us. And for some people to discredit the hard work that we’re putting in this, is unfair."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"I shall try to perform my duties in a way that shall please everyone."

"I had no brother. My father was anxious to have a son… Thus my training convinced me that woman suffrage was a great need."

"I know I did my best and I have lived up to my purpose. I hope I made you proud again Philippines. [It’s an honor, my beloved Philippines]."

"Women, by their extraordinary talent, their subjugating beauty, their decided courage, and their virile spirit, have often caused changes in the social scene."

"Long before 1905, I had started preaching the gospel of the feminists: ‘What a man can do a woman can do just as well."

"When I was a little girl, I never dreamt of becoming a beauty queen. Not because I didn't want to, but because I never believed I could. And so, standing here tonight, I hope I remind you never to limit yourself, because one day, your crazy dreams (like mine) just might come true."

"What’s important is that we live our lives with a smile and with a heart, because we are so lucky."

"The Hispanic culture is not about language only, it's about love for God, love for country, love for history and culture, and love for family. And as a Filipina with a unique heritage, I have instilled that. I am ready to promote the Hispanic culture, not just in Asia but in the whole world. It is time to celebrate the Hispanic culture. It is meant to be celebrated. Gracias."

"I felt so proud showing the world that I come from the land known for its people - their laughter, smile, spirit & warmth no matter where in the world they are."

"I believe that public health is everyone’s responsibility, and to mandate vaccine inoculation is necessary. If mandating vaccine passports would help us in regulating the rollouts of the vaccine, and mitigate the situation of the pandemic today, then I would agree on mandating the necessary passport of vaccination. Thank you."

"Merit and character were enough. No politics, no noise... just a crown that had to be earned. Let's turn our eyes toward pageants and organizations we can truly stand behind — the ones worth supporting and celebrating for their integrity and real empowerment."

"Language can be learned. But the will and determination to contribute something to the organization can not. It has to come from the heart, and it has to be natural. I believe that kindness is a universal language. That if you treat people with tolerance, patience, and love you will understand each other."

"I know we didn’t get as far as we wanted to here, but I don’t want anyone to be sad, okay? Remember what Coach Tai said, Happy Happy Heartstrong. What’s important is that we live our lives with a smile & with a heart, because we are so lucky."

"I think people should do what suits them and make them feel comfortable."

"Health, wealth, and time to spend it."

"I’m just looking forward to a brighter, more inclusive future for persons on the autism spectrum."

"I always wanted them to speak in their language, whatever they’re comfortable with…"

"In a way, I’m able to explain why I said this, I said that."

"It’s not just about strength in numbers but strength in purpose, how much farther we can go"

"Own who you really are and have that self-worth and confidence to control your life."

"I love the business as it is kasi it has made it very comfortable for me. Everything I have ( because of showbiz). A lot of what I have comes from the business."

"By being busy, working, having many friends."

"I’ve stood here many, many times, but today, we’ve gone much farther, we’re much louder and much prouder than ever before."

"I think that’s the new age. That’s just how they are now."

"Now, they let kids make mistakes. Like my daughter (Isabelle). She let her children fall. And when they cried, that was fine. Unlike me before, when they fell, I got upset. It was very different."

"Challenge accepted — always!"

"Every time I stand here on behalf of the Autism Society of the Philippines, I’m reminded that this is about the community that I serve, this is about my purpose, about my family and the families that have to go through this every single day. They have to be heard, they need to be seen, and they need support now more than ever."

"Let’s make a conscious effort to make this a better world"

"Before, it was different. Your mother wasn’t your friend. She always said no. She would tell you something couldn’t be done. She was your protector, your everything. Your mother wasn’t your friend. She always said no. She would tell you something couldn’t be done. She was your protector, your everything."

"Adjust your appetite. Look at the price from right to left. Adjust your appetite to the price."

"Love and kindness over everything!"

"That’s the number one thing I always told my daughters.“Who cares?""

"Keep money not the main conversation. But more than anything, make sure they (children) always share, that they’re always part of a group, and that they don’t feel the need to keep up with anyone."