November 27, 2017—Rachel Peters, the Philippines’ bet to the Miss Universe 2017 contest, ended her journey in the competition after being excluded in the Top five contenders.
While Filipinos, including celebrities and beauty queens, expressed disappointment through social media posts, they also extended their gratitude to the 26-year-old beauty queen for making the country proud. At the same time, they cheered for their other favorite contenders, including newly crowned Miss Universe, 22-year-old Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters of South Africa.
Here are some of their thoughts:
The Universe is not livelier with you as a shining star. More than your poise and beauty, you are a cut above the rest with your grace and elegance that exemplifies a true woman of substance and an inspiring Filipina. We are proud to be a part of your journey.#Philippines pic.twitter.com/2LZF52tOfk
— Bb. Pilipinas (@RealBbPilipinas) November 27, 2017
Rachel Peters already won our hearts! Mabuhay ka Rachel! Still our Miss Universe. Thank you for representing our country with beauty and a heart. We love you!#MissUniverse #Philippines
— Karen Ibasco (@karen_ibasco) November 27, 2017
Congratulations South Africa. Well deserved atleast ka -apelyido ni Rachel!! #MissUniverse #Philippines
— Maria Venus Raj (@MariaaVenusRaj) November 27, 2017
Congratulations Rachel we are still very proud!!! 8yrs in a row of making the cut #mabuhay #philippines
— Mary Jean Lastimosa (@MJ_Lastimosa) November 27, 2017
You were a portrait of beauty and perseverance on stage, and gave the pageant your best.
With or without the crown, you already have won the hearts of the Filipinos! #MissUniverse #PhiIippines— GRACE POE (@SenGracePOE) November 27, 2017
Thank you for representing the country well , Rachel ! @rachaelpetersx Proud of you!! #missuniverse #philippines
— Jodi Sta.Maria (@JodiStaMaria) November 27, 2017
So proud of you, @rachel_Petersx! Thanks for showing the universe the beauty of the Modern Filipina! #WearTheCrown #Philippines #MissUniverse
— Rachelle Ann Go (@gorachelleann) November 27, 2017
Congratulations to the New Miss Universe 2017, Miss South Africa!!! Ofcourse to our one and only Miss Universe, Rachel Peters ??? #MissUniverse #Philippines pic.twitter.com/xckp5JkdZd
— Solenn Heussaff (@CertifiedSolenn) November 27, 2017
Making it to the top 10 is such a feat! You were gorgeous @rachelpetersx ❤ Congratulations to our #MissUniverse #Philippines
— Anne Curtis-Smith (@annecurtissmith) November 27, 2017
No matter what @rachelpetersx gave her best. Great job, Rachel. You represented the country well. #MissUniverse. Mabuhay #Philippines!
— Tim Yap (@officialTIMYAP) November 27, 2017
Rachel Peters! You united the entire Philippines and the Filipino people! You are still a winner!!! #MissUniverse #Philippines
— jedmadela (@jedmadela) November 27, 2017
Just a day before the much awaited finals night, Peters said that it’s an honor to represent the country and thanked the Filipino people for their overwhelming support:
