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26 April 2024

Miss Philippines Jamie Herrell crowned Miss Earth 2014

Philippines' Jamie Herrell crowned Miss Earth 2014 at the 14th edition of the pageant held at the University of the Philippines Theater in Diliman. (Facebook: Miss Earth Pageant page)

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By Lifestyle Correspondent

Jamie Herrell of the Philippines was crowned Miss Earth 2014 this weekend.

The runners-up are Miss USA Andrea Neu, who was crowned Miss Air, Miss Venezuela Maira Alexandra Rodriguez won the Miss Water title and Miss Fire went to Miss Russia Anastasia Trusova.

(Facebook: Miss Earth Pageant page)

The 19-year-old beauty from Cebu, defeated 85 contestants at the 14th edition of the pageant held at the University of the Philippines Theater in Diliman.

Miss Earth 2013 Alyz Henrich from Venezuela crowned her successor at the end of the pageant.

(Facebook: Miss Earth Pageant page)

Jamie’s victory cemented the Philippines' standing as beauty powerhouse considering that the environment-centered pageant is dubbed as one of the world's Big Four Beauty Pageants (along with Miss Universe, Miss World and Miss International).

During the question-and-answer round, Miss Philippines was asked about her plans to help reverse the effects of global warming if she wins the crown.

"Global warming has been known to be a long, overdue issue. I will use my title to inspire others, help our environment. And we should start with the kids as they are the people of tomorrow," she replied.

(Facebook: Miss Earth Pageant page)

 

(Facebook: Miss Earth Pageant page)