Smart, Voyager power historic Binibining Pilipinas 2017 fan votes

For the first time in pageant history, SMS vote winner a shoo-in for Top 15

April 26, 2017 Filipino fans are set to experience the Binibining Pilipinas 2017 pageant like never before as PLDT wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc., along with its digital innovations arm Voyager Innovations, powers the SMS and digital fan voting of the pageant, where the winner of the text votes will automatically be part of the Top 15 finalists- an exciting first in the pageant's 54- year history. 

Fans only need to send BB <number of candidate> (ex. BB1 to BB40) to 2929022 to cast their votes and support their favorite candidates. Votes will be counted from today until 9PM of April 30 during the Binibining Pilipinas Coronation Night

Pageant aficionados can vote for their bets an unlimited number of times during the voting period, and subscribers of all mobile networks (except SUN Subscribers) can send their votes to the SMS gateway powered by Voyager.

"As we saw during the country's hosting of the 65th Miss Universe last January, pageant competitions have become more digital like never before. We're glad that the Bb. Pilipinas (Official) 2017 will be putting the power of digital into the hands of millions of Filipino fans this time. We all therefore will be given a chance to vote for our bets, powered by the combined digital technologies of Smart and Voyager," said Manuel V. Pangilinan, Chairman of PLDT Smart and Voyager.

Joy Arguil Photography

John Raspado send-off to Mr. Gay World 2017

April 24, 2017
Mr. Gay World Philippines 2017 Send off at Club One 690

Mr. Gay World Philippines John Fernandez Raspadoo was given his formal send-off to Mr. Gay World 2017 to be held in Madrid and Maspalomas, Spain from May 5-10. He was given a visible outpouring of love and support from the Mr Gay World Philippines Organization headed by Wilbert Tolentino, members of the media and his family members. Kristine Caballero Aplal hosted the event at Club One 690 where everyone witnessed how our bet has improved much in the way he expresses his thoughts in front of an audience. Kagandahang Flores took charge of his training from head to toe.

“I promise to do my best to bring home the country’s first Mr. Gay World title. Once more, consistency will be the key in getting the victory.” said John. 

He will promote his #IHeartLGBTQI Advocacy while in the host city.

Report by Norman Tinio
Photos by Joy Arguil 

Bb. Pilipinas 2017 Annual Parade of Beauties

April 22, 2017

Swimsuit by Domz Ramos
Shoes by Jojo Bragais
Accessories by Christopher E Munar

The 40 lovely candidates of Binibining Pilipinas 2017 sizzled in swimsuits, as they paraded the streets of the Araneta Center in Miata cars during the Grand Parade of Beauties. 

Perfectly garbed for summer, the gorgeous ladies toured the Aranaeta Center in stylish floral blue swimsuits designed by Filipino designer Domz Ramos, capturing everyone's gaze. They also wore ornate headdresses of colorful feathers and fancy beads. 

Photos by Joy Arguil for normannorman.com and Fab Philippines