Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Kjaer Theilvig grace a parade in the Philippines, days before the grand coronation of Miss Universe Philippines 2025. Photo by Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News

Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, together with the Continental Queens — Miss Universe Asia 2024 Chelsea Manalo, Miss Universe Africa & Oceania 2024 Chidimma Adetshina, Miss Universe Europe & Middle East 2024 Matilda Wirtavuori, and Miss Universe Americas 2024 Tatiana Calmell — delighted fans as they led a vibrant Miss Universe parade just days before the grand coronation of Miss Universe Philippines 2025.

The parade served as a festive celebration of beauty, empowerment, and sisterhood, bringing the reigning queens closer to their Filipino supporters.

“This is what I have been looking forward to — thriving with my fellow sisters, meeting the people and the fans of the Philippines. I’m extremely grateful,” Theilvig shared.

Theilvig, who is set to attend the Miss Universe Philippines coronation night on May 2, expressed her excitement for the event.

“This is gonna be my first national coronation, and what better place than the Philippines where the show is just huge. I cannot wait to see all the contestants. I know each and every one of them is gonna shine bright like a diamond, so I’m excited to see who’s gonna be the next Miss Universe Philippines,” she said.

When asked about what qualities the organization is looking for in the next titleholder, she emphasized the importance of authenticity and empowerment.

“I wanna see a girl that stands strong on who she is and lets that shine through. She believes in herself, she’s a power woman, and she’s gonna inspire everybody with her story and her beliefs,” she explained.

Also present during the parade was Manalo, who currently holds the Miss Universe Asia 2024 title after winning Miss Universe Philippines last year. Reflecting on her reign, she said, “Honestly, I feel really happy. I’m here with my sisters and of course, Victoria, our Miss Universe. I also want them to feel the love from the Filipino pageant fans here. Just a few more days left, and I’m passing on my crown — it’s going to be very memorable.”

The Miss Universe Philippines 2025 coronation night will take place on May 2, 6 p.m., at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay, where a new queen will be crowned to represent the country on the global stage.