MISSOSOLOGY

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 6:02 pm

***Disclaimer: Everything that has been written here are my OWN personal take,
and I am NOT speaking on behalf of all the Pageant Experts here.

A campfire is a fire lit at a campsite, to serve the following functions:
light, warmth, a beacon, an insect and/or apex predator deterrent, to cook, and for a psychological sense of security.

In the beauty pageant world, there are these campfires lighting the whole scene with a clear spectrum of colors and lights.

And just like in the Philippines, two names in the field of beauty pageantry
gave much pride and honor:

Rodgil Flores and Jonas Antonio Gaffud.

Almost every year, both names always come head to head in every national pageants in the Philippines.
Is there really "something" special about being in a "camp"?

Will it still be possible for new handlers to penetrate in such competitions like Binibining Pilipinas and win a title?
Or will it always be sealed that the eventual winner had to be ALWAYS from a "camp"?

Let's begin with their credentials.

RODGIL FLORES

In 1979, Melanie Marquez won the Philippines 3rd Miss International crown.
That crown marked the 26 years drought for the Philippines in winning in any of the the BIG 3 (then) Beauty pageants.

But in 2005, a re-entry beauty named Precious Lara Quigaman bagged the Binibining Pilipinas International title and eventually ENDED the Philippines drought by winning it's 4th Miss International crown.

Lara is under the Rodgil Flores and that honor is automatically under his resume.

Since Miss Earth established its reputation, the world has embraced the BIG 4
(Miss Universe, Miss World, Miss International, Miss Earth).

And three years after, another Rodgil's baby was crowned and marked the Philippines very first Miss Earth winner via Karla Paula Henry.
Indeed, another international victory for Rodgil's team.

Below is the compete list of pageantwinners under Rodgil's resume.

At Bb. Pilipinas

2002
Karen Loren Agustin - Bb. Pilipinas Universe
Kristine Alzar - Bb. Pilipinas International

2003
Noela Mae Evangelista - 2nd Runner-Up (Miss Tourism Queen International)

2004
Maricar Balagtas - Bb. Pilipinas Universe
Karla Bautista - Bb. Pilipinas World (Miss World Top 5 Finalist and Asia & Pacific Queen)

2005
Carlene Aguilar - Bb. Pilipinas World (Miss World Top 20 Semifinalist)
Precious Lara Quigaman - Bb. Pilipinas International (Miss International)
Melanie Ediza - 2nd Runner-Up

2006
Ana Maris Igpit - Bb. Pilipinas World
Denille Lou Valmonte - Bb. Pilipinas International
Rosalyn Sirikit Santiago - 1st Runner-Up
Mary Pilar de Gorostiza - Semi-Finalist

2007
Margaret Wilson - Bb. Pilipinas World
Nadia Shami - Bb. Pilipinas International
Liezel Verses - 1st Runner-Up
Abby Cruz - 2nd Runner-Up
Nicole Schmitz - Semi-Finalist

2008
Patricia Fernandez - Bb. Pilipinas International (Miss International Top 12 Semifinalist)
Jayzel Arrozal - Semi-Finalist
Kathleen Phyllis Guerrero - Semi-Finalist
Tabetha Jo Frick - Semi-Finalist

2009
Pamela Bianca Manalo - Bb. Pilipinas Universe
Rich Angalot - 1st Runner-Up
Vanessa Johnson - Semi-Finalist
Priscila Mae Honorio - Semi-Finalist

2010
Dianne Elaine Necio - 1st runner-up
Kate Princess Alimurong - Semi-Finalist
Rose Ann Aguilar - Semi-Finalist
Mariella Castillo - Semi-Finalist

2011
Diane Necio - Bb. Pilipinas International
Isabella Manjon - Bb.Pilipinas Tourism
Patricia Marie Tumulak -Semi-Finalist
Kathleen Subijano - Semi-Finalist
Sarah Clenci - Semi-Finalist

2012
Nicole Schmitz - Bb. Pilipinas International (Best in Swimsuit, Best in National Costume)
Angelee Claudette delos Reyes - Semi-Finalist (Best in Long Gown)
Karen Gallman - Semi-Finalist (Miss Photogenic)

At Miss World Philippines

2011
Ma. Paula Bianca Paz - Third Runner-up
Jayzel Arrozal - Fourth Runner-up

At Miss Philippines Earth

2008
Karla Paula Henry - Miss Philippines Earth (Miss Earth)

2009
Sandra Inez Seifert - Miss Philippines Earth (Miss Earth Air)
Grezilda Adelantar - Miss Philippines Eco-Tourism
Patricia Marie Tumulak - Miss Philippines Fire
Michelle Martha Braun - Miss Philippines Water

2010
Kris Psyche Resus - Miss Philippines Earth (unplaced at Miss Earth)
Emerie Dale Cunanan - Miss Philippines Water
Hanna Marie Landan - Miss Philippines Fire

2011
Athena Mae Imperial - Miss Philippines Earth (Miss Earth Water)
Jonavi Raisa Quiray - Miss Philippines Air
Murielle Orais - Miss Philippines Water
Michelle Gavagan - Miss Philippines Fire
Denise Toribio - Miss Philippines Eco-Tourism
Brenna Cassandra Gamboa - Semi-Finalist

JONAS ANTONIO GAFFUD

Undoubdtedly, Jonas Gaffud had proven his prowess in transforming such queens into someone that will be a sure hit in the international pageant scene.

It is a known fact how Filipinos embraced Miss Universe and after Miriam Quiambao's ALMOST winning it in 1999, a 10 year dark shadow was experienced by the Philippines.

It was unntil the reinstatted queen named Maria Venus Raj touched down in Miss Universe arena in a major major way.

Thanks to the late Melody Gersbach who introduced Venus to the magical hand & supervision of Mr. Gaffud.

After winning 4th Runner Up, the hunger for the crown continues and a rookie named Shamcey Supsup proved the world that the Philippines is back and ready to conquer the crown.

Shamcey's 3rd Runner Up placement cemented the fact that the Philippines is a force to be reckoned with from Asia.

Few months after, Gwendoline Ruais was crowned 1st Princess in Miss World 2011.
All under Jonas Gaffud's belt.

And just like this July, Queenierich Rehman is competing in China for Philippines very first Miss World crown.

Will she be the first International crown for Jonas?
Find out soon!

Below is the compete list of pageant winners under Jonas' resume.

At Bb. Pilipinas

2001
Zorayda Andam - Bb. Pilipinas Universe (Miss Universe 1st runner-up Best in National Costume)
Michelle Reyes - 1st Runner-Up (Miss Tourism World)

2002
Lourdes Magno - 1st Runner-Up

2003
Mafae Yunon - Bb. Pilipinas World (Miss World Top 5 Finalist)
Jhezzarie Javier - Bb. Pilipinas International

2004
Tracy Javelona - 1st Runner-Up

2005
Gionna Cabrera - Bb. Pilipinas Universe (Miss Universe Miss Photogenic)

2006
Lia Andrea Ramos - Bb. Pilipinas Universe (Miss Universe Miss Photogenic)
Marie Ann Umali - Semi-Finalist

2007
Ana Theresa Licaros - Bb. Pilipinas Universe (Miss Universe Miss Photogenic)
Luisa Beltran - Semi-Finalist
Theofeliz Marie Francisco - Semi-Finalist

2008
Jennifer Barrientos - Bb. Pilipinas Universe
Danielle Castano - Bb. Pilipinas World
Toni Alyessa Hipolito - Semi-Finalist

2009
Marie Ann Umali - Bb. Pilipinas World
Melody Gersbach - Bb. Pilipinas International (Miss International Top 12 Semi-finalist)
Diana Arevalo - Semi-Finalist
Barbara Salvador - Semi-Finalist

2010
Maria Venus Raj - Bb. Pilipinas Universe (Miss Universe Fourth Runner-Up)
Helen Nicolette Henson - 2nd Runner-Up
Mary Ann Ross Misa - Semi-Finalist
Gwendoline Gaelle Sandrine Ruais - Semi-Finalist

2011
Shamcey Supsup - Miss Universe Philippines (Miss Universe 3rd Runner-up)
Mary Jean Lastimosa - Second Runner-Up
Diana Arevalo - Semi-Finalist
Queenierich Rehman - Semi-Finalist, Best in Swimsuit
Marie Kristina May Marasigan - Semi-Finalist

2012
Janine Mari Tugonon - Miss Universe Philippines
Katrina Jayne Dimaranan - Bb. Pilipinas Tourism (Miss Talent)
Elaine Kay Moll - First Runner-Up
MJ Lastimosa - Semi-Finalist (Miss PAL, Miss AVON)
Gina Joy Howell - Semi-Finalist

At Miss World Philippines

2011
Gwendolyn Ruais - Miss World Philippines 2011
Helen Nicolette Henson - First Runner-up

2012
Queenierich Rehman - Miss World Philippines 2012
Mary Ross Ann Misa - First Runner Up

MY TAKE ON THIS

Well, it has been interesting to know that we have these 2 beauty queenmakers as we may say. Being in camp as such, enables the girls to have proper trainings they need prior to their competition. It serves as an "AGENCY" wherein young hopefuls can be able to shine and be polished.

As we can see, Jonas Gaffud girls most of the time were being crowned
Miss Uinverse Philippines.

The most recent is Janine Tugonon, their 8th Miss Universe Philippines.
(2001,2005,2006,2007,2008,2010,2011,2012)

Venus and Shamcey's placement in Miss Universe is a testimony that Gaffud's main specialty is perhaps really on the 'Miss Universe' side.

Just the same with Rodgil's girls, whom most of the time being placed
as Binibining Pilipinas International.

The most recent is Nicole Schmitz, their 7th.
(2002,2005,2006,2007,2008,2011,2012)

It was only in 2004 (Maricar Balagtas) and 2009 (Pamela Bianca Manalo) that a Rodgil baby was crowned Miss Universe Philippines.

Can we all conclude that there is a pattern going on? Or a cycle perhaps?

From the screening, mostly the previous queens are requested by Mrs. Araneta to judge and choose the eventual official candidates for Binibining Pilipinas.

Most often than not, mostly the girls under such camps would place and will be considered.

Can the previous queens REFRAIN themselves from being a BIASED
knowing they belong to a "camp" and each camps are literally "head to head"?

Or is it payback time to their camps and are forced to make the impossible possible?

In 2012, 12 out of 13 entries from Jonas Gaffud made it until Maxene Medina was replaced making it 11 out of 13. WOW!

During the finals, 3 out of 5 came from Gaffud camp (Bb. Pilipinas Tourism - Katrina Dimaraanan, 1st Runner Up - Elaine Kay Moll, Miss Universe Philippines - Janine Mari Tugonon) while 1 came from John de la Vega (2nd Runner Up- Ali Forbes) and 1 from Rodgil's camp (Bb. Pilipinas International - Nicole Schmitz).

In addition, both winners of Best in Swimsuit (Schmitz) and Best in Gown (de los Reyes) were all from Rodgil Flores' camp while Miss AVON and Miss PAL was given to a Gaffud girl (Lastimosa).

There was even a rumor that Precious Lara Quigaman was the one who were asked to choose to who among the ladies deserves the best in gown and best in swimsuit.

Quigaman as we all know is a Rodgil baby and the two recipients were all Rodgil's baby. Well, again, it's just rumor.

But where do we really draw the line here?

Just like the 2 questions I raised in the beginning of this thread:
Will it still be possible for new handlers to penetrate in such competitions like Binibining Pilipinas and win a title?
Or will it always be sealed that the eventual winner had to be ALWAYS from a "camp"?

In 2003, an underdog named Carla Gay Balingit bagged the Binibining Pilipinas Universe title. She was NOT under a major vehicle wherein she can ride.

In 2008, Janina San Miguel won Bb. Pilipinas World under Jontie Martinez while Czarina Catherine Gatbonton gave John dela Vega his very first win via Bb. Pilipinas World in 2010.

In 2010, another newbie named Pang Salonga made it. Krista Kleiner won Bb. Pilipinas International title.

In my opinion, these new handlers are like "Indie Films". And just like Indie Films in the Philippines, they started so little that most often they are unrecognized. Until eventually, they started winning recognitions and awards in the international scene and critics worldwide are giving them such praises. This finally opened the eyes of the people who kept themselves "INSIDE A BOX" of the the mainstream film makers.

I believe this is possible to happen as well in the beauty pageant world in the Philippines. Given the opportunity, these independent and new handlers can also prove the world about their own value and worth.

Sadly, most girls are tempted to leave their mentors and chose to jump with other BIG camps in quest of a greener grass. Both Janine Tugonon and Luzelle Felipe had made this "regodon" and moved under the supervision of a powerhouse camp - Jonas Gaffud. Well, they cant blame these girls.

Just like when a politician is running for a position, you NEED a STRONG MACHINERY to back you up.

It is still their call and it is up to them on how they want their cards to be played.

But for now, the evident facts about these two machineries are helping the Philippines in shaping and gaining it's powerhouse status back.

Politics may always come to play and perhaps Madame Stella is confident enough when it comes to Jonas and Rodgil.

But regardless, I hope time will come that Madame will also be able to embrace those newbies.

Tagged by a new saying, "Beauty is not definite, Madame Stella defines it.",
it is still not too late for her to embrace the unknown and welcome the unwelcome.

In the end, we can only hope for a better Team PHILIPPINES!

Other Handlers

***John dela Vega Girls at Bb. Pilipinas

2010
Czarina Catherine Gatbonton - Bb. Pilipinas World

2011
Janine Tugonon - First Runner-Up
Luzelle Felipe - Semi-Finalist, Best in Evening Gown
Sabrinne Al-Tawil - Semi-Finalist
Jenn Roe Gubat - Semi-Finalist
Wendy Lucas - Semi-Finalist

2012
Annalie Forbes - Second Runner-up

At Miss Philippines Earth

2010
Angela Lauren Fernando - Miss Philippines Eco-Tourism

2011
Catrine Rosary Ocampo - Top 10 Semi-Finalist

***Pang Salonga at Bb. Pilipinas

2010
Krista Kleiner - Bb. Pilipinas International (Top 12 Semi-Finalist at Miss International)

***Jess Juaniza Soriano at Bb. Pilipinas

2012
Liezl Alcantara - Semi-Finalist

***RL Lacanienta at Bb. Pilipinas

2012
Patricia Lae Ejercitado - Semi-Finalist

***Thanks Deybid for the info's.***

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UNOLOGY: CAMPFIRE'S BURNING -Philippine's Beauty Queenmakers
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http://missosology.info/forum/viewtopic ... 1&t=134213
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http://missosology.info/forum/viewtopic ... 1&t=135122
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by **manies_flip** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 6:16 pm

Nice assessment!!! I love the Jonas Gaffud team! and of course the other camps as well :hx

by **Whelisyoso** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 6:29 pm

=D>

worth reading friend... very informative... :=p

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 7:09 pm

Rajat wrote:hmm I didn't know so much was going backstage in filipino pageantry! Nice read !

Thanks Rajat...

by **sahara** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 7:09 pm

[font=Georgia][color=#000000][size=150][b]wow UNOLOGY! :hx

Uno you're one of the best here, you never fail to come up with classy things for Misso.

can I apply as a designer to your newsletter? lol.[/b][/size][/color][/font]

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 7:11 pm

sahara wrote:[font=Georgia][color=#000000][size=150][b]wow UNOLOGY!

Uno you're one of the best here, you never fail to come up with classy things for Misso.

can I apply as a designer to your newsletter? lol.[/b][/size][/color][/font]

Sure.. as you can see I am not really good in making such designs.
Thanks again... >:D<

And Thanks for a wonderful compliment!

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 7:14 pm

manies_flip wrote:Nice assessment!!! I love the Jonas Gaffud team! and of course the other camps as well

Thanks manies_flip. :hx

I am praying that in the near future Jonas will also bring home a crown for the Philippines.

by **Susie Minaj** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 7:14 pm

UNO!

I am now an official fan of yours.

In my opinion, there's a

BBP EQUATION

(Gaffud^2 or Flores^1) + (Madam's favorite aka Madam Equation) = Major major BBP crown

And most of us already know how to solve the Madam's Equation.

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 7:14 pm

peenoy_ako wrote:=D> worth reading friend... very informative...

Thanks Peenoy! :O)

by **chenouzhi** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 7:21 pm

Another hands down thread from Uno...

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 8:13 pm

Susie Minaj wrote:UNO!

I am now an official fan of yours.

In my opinion, there's a

BBP EQUATION

(Gaffud^2 or Flores^1) + (Madam's favorite aka Madam Equation) = Major major BBP crown

And most of us already know how to solve the Madam's Equation.

Thanks Susie Minaj!

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 8:14 pm

chenouzhi wrote:Another hands down thread from Uno...

Thanks Chen! :hx

by **Eddie** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 8:21 pm

They are like the Republicans and the Democrats ... scrambling over people's votes.

by **dox** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 11:01 pm

nice read from the pageant expert...more of this kind, sir... :!!

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 11:34 pm

dox wrote:nice read from the pageant expert...more of this kind, sir...

Surely... except a weekly post from UNOLOGY! :hx

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Tue Apr 24, 2012 11:37 pm

Eddie wrote:They are like the Republicans and the Democrats ... scrambling over people's votes.

Yes indeed. Hopefully the other new camps will also be given a chance to prove their worths.

Patrcia was asked by SMA to which camp she belongs... Rodgil or Jonas?
Those are the only 2 choices when she was asked... @-)

They are the new machineries in the field of pageants nowadays I must say.

by **CRANKEE** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 12:08 am

Wow Luzelle will be a force to reckon with next year since she's now under Gaffud.

by **Melting_Pot** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 12:44 am

-----Hands Down UNO-------

-----Ur such an ASSET here in MISSo----- :=p

by **MIDAS** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 1:03 am

I'M PRETTY EXCITED FOR LUZELLE FELIPE FOR NEXT YEAR'S BBP. :hx

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 1:25 am

MIDAS wrote:I'M PRETTY EXCITED FOR LUZELLE FELIPE FOR NEXT YEAR'S BBP.

Surely, next year, she will be representing the Philippines internationally.

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 1:27 am

CRANKEE wrote:Wow Luzelle will be a force to reckon with next year since she's now under Gaffud.

If megan Young is joining next year along with Queenierich Rehman and if Elaine Moll would resign and rejoin again, surely it will be an interesting 50th Golden Year for Binibining Pilipinas.

:O)

by **MIDAS** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 1:35 am

I HAVE THIS ODD FEELING THAT WE'RE ALL SET TO COMPLETE THE PLACEMENTS UNTIL WE GET THE CROWN ON 2014! HOPEFULLY BE STAGED IN THE PHILIPPINES 40 YEARS AFTER HOSTING IN 1974 AND 20 YEARS AFTER HOSTING IN 1994.

2010 - 4TH RU
2011 - 3RD RU
2012 - 2ND RU
2013 - 1ST RU
2014 - MISS UNIVERSE !

by **MISS COSMOPOLITAN** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 1:55 am

Thanks to JDV and women from my hometown are being noticed in Bb. Pilipinas. Watch out for Luzelle Felipe.

by **UNO - God of Beauty** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 2:02 am

MIDAS wrote:
I HAVE THIS ODD FEELING THAT WE'RE ALL SET TO COMPLETE THE PLACEMENTS UNTIL WE GET THE CROWN ON 2014! HOPEFULLY BE STAGED IN THE PHILIPPINES 40 YEARS AFTER HOSTING IN 1974 AND 20 YEARS AFTER HOSTING IN 1994.

2010 - 4TH RU
2011 - 3RD RU
2012 - 2ND RU
2013 - 1ST RU
2014 - MISS UNIVERSE !

by **leanne_paula** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:35 am

UNO - God of Asia wrote:
MIDAS wrote:
I HAVE THIS ODD FEELING THAT WE'RE ALL SET TO COMPLETE THE PLACEMENTS UNTIL WE GET THE CROWN ON 2014! HOPEFULLY BE STAGED IN THE PHILIPPINES 40 YEARS AFTER HOSTING IN 1974 AND 20 YEARS AFTER HOSTING IN 1994.

2010 - 4TH RU
2011 - 3RD RU
2012 - 2ND RU
2013 - 1ST RU
2014 - MISS UNIVERSE !

UNOLOGY, THANK YOU FOR THE WONDERFUL SCRIPTURES HEHEHE, WAITING FOR MORE TIDBITS

by **manies_flip** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:48 am

MIDAS wrote:
I HAVE THIS ODD FEELING THAT WE'RE ALL SET TO COMPLETE THE PLACEMENTS UNTIL WE GET THE CROWN ON 2014! HOPEFULLY BE STAGED IN THE PHILIPPINES 40 YEARS AFTER HOSTING IN 1974 AND 20 YEARS AFTER HOSTING IN 1994.

2010 - 4TH RU
2011 - 3RD RU
2012 - 2ND RU
2013 - 1ST RU
2014 - MISS UNIVERSE !

haha, ur right, but that will be too predictable and long. But if it were to happen in 2014, I will have another thing to celebrate besides INC's Centennial celebration :!!

by **Gabe928** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 6:01 am

yet again, Bravo UNO! I'm a fan!

well researched, unbiased, interesting. galing galing!

by **MarkIB** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 6:03 am

I am to tired to read (school all day) ...but from the looks of it ..it's a very interesting and well analyzed and written thread!
Congrats on ur tag. >=p