Miss World Philippines 2011 Winners

via OPMB Worldwide

GMA Network televised the first Miss World Philippines Pageant last night under the new franchise director Miss Cory Quirino. 25 girls vied for the title and reigning Miss World Alexandra Mills of the United States crowned the winner of the event.

Gwendolyn Ruais will represent the country at the upcoming 61^st edition of the Miss World Beauty Pageant in London on November 6, 2011.

The runners-up are:

1^st Runner-up: Helen Nicolette Henson

2^nd Runner-up: Martha Chloe McCulley

3^rd Runner-up: Ma. Paula Bianca Paz

4^th Runner-up: Jayzel Arrozal

Here are the rest of the Top 12 Semifinalists.

1. Samantha Purvor

5. Rogelie Catacutan

7. Charlotte Melissa Tyler

11. Mercy Malaluan

12. Elaine Kay Moll

16. Loucelle De Jesus - the people choice and was voted thru text.

25. Erina Ann Lightholder

Major Special Awards

Best in Evening Gown: Ma. Paula Bianca Paz

Best In Swimsuit: Gwendolyn Ruais

Miss SMDC: Martha Chloe McCulley
Miss Kapuso World: Martha Chloe McCulley

Congratulations Gwen!!! You deserved the crown! Make us proud!