- Pageant veterans and fresh faces heat up the Binibining Pilipinas 2025 competition.
- Annabelle McDonnell and Katrina Johnson lead as early favorites.
- Coronation night is set for June 15 at the Araneta Coliseum.
Binibining Pilipinas 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting editions yet, with 36 candidates competing for two major titles—Binibining Pilipinas International and Binibining Pilipinas Globe.
Among the most buzzed-about candidates are Annabelle McDonnell and Katrina Johnson. McDonnell brings a high-profile pageant resume, while Johnson returns as a fan favorite after narrowly missing a crown last year.
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Annabelle McDonnell enters the competition with a wealth of experience from both international and national stages. Her presence at Binibining Pilipinas feels like a natural evolution in her pageant journey. Fans admire her eloquence and commitment to the causes she supports, positioning her as a strong all-around candidate.
Katrina Johnson, on the other hand, has turned her 2023 first runner-up finish into motivation. Her transformation and stronger performance in pre-pageant challenges suggest that she’s eyeing the International crown this time. Her doll-like looks and stage polish continue to capture public attention and media coverage.
This year’s roster also includes several new faces and crossover queens, many of whom have impressed in national costume presentations, interviews, and advocacy work. The 2025 edition marks a noticeable return to advocacy-centered storytelling, with many candidates choosing platforms aligned with education, women’s health, and cultural preservation.
The coronation night on June 15 will not only determine who wins titles, but also who has the potential to shine internationally. As always, the Binibining Pilipinas stage serves as a launchpad for future global beauty queens—and all eyes are now on the Araneta Coliseum.
With less than 24 hours to go, Binibining Pilipinas 2025 is set to crown not just a queen, but a new symbol of Filipino pride and purpose.
“Once a Binibini, always a Binibini.” – Annabelle McDonnell
