ICYMI, Herlene Budol (a.k.a. "Hipon Girl") was proclaimed as Miss Tourism Philippines during the Miss Grand Philippines 2023 coronation night, which was held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on Thursday evening, July 13.
The beauty queen and comedienne may not have taken home the Miss Grand Philippines 2023 crown, but she has once again captured the hearts of Pinoys.
Netizens were in awe of her evening gown performance, where she stole the show in a ~*sparkling*~ gold ensemble by Leo Almodal.
She—literally and figuratively—shone on stage:
According to the fashion designer, Herlene's evening gown was adorned with *thousands* of crystals.
Dubbed as the "hakot queen," she also won several special awards, such as the following: Miss Bluewater Day Spa, Miss Ever Bilena, Miss Arena Plus, Miss Mermaid Manila Hair, and Best in Runway.
Congratulations, Herlene!
