Miss Cosmo Philippines 2024, Ahtisa Manalo, spread “kilig vibes” as she introduced her longtime boyfriend, Marco Suarez, during her Miss Cosmo International 2024 send-off event. The reveal took place on September 7, 2024, at The Vault in Bonifacio Global City, where the beauty queen was joined by friends, family, and press members.
This “boyfriend reveal” generated much excitement, with many fans and attendees eager to see the man who has stood by Ahtisa’s side throughout her pageant journey. Marco Suarez took the spotlight as he delivered a heartfelt message to his girlfriend, showering her with admiration and love.
“I think you’re beautiful. I’ve seen you prepare. I’ve never seen you work so hard. And I love you. I think you’ll do great,” Marco said, capturing the crowd’s attention with his sincere words. His support for Ahtisa was evident, and it was clear that their relationship was one of mutual respect and encouragement.
The media took advantage of the rare opportunity to learn more about Marco and his thoughts on Ahtisa. Dyan Castillejo of ABS-CBN News asked him what people should know about the Miss Cosmo Philippines 2024 titleholder. In response, Marco highlighted Ahtisa’s inner strength and resilience.
“I think the first thing that comes to mind is her heart—how strong it is. She’s fought through a lot of adversity, and I think it’s gonna show in the pageant for sure,” he said, further emphasizing Ahtisa’s determination and perseverance.
The event marked the first official introduction of Marco to the public, although Ahtisa had previously hinted at their relationship. The beauty queen first introduced her boyfriend on January 10, 2022, through a subtle yet meaningful Instagram post. Since then, their relationship has remained low-key but filled with moments of mutual support and love.
Just in: Ahtisa Manalo, inilantad na ang boyfriend sa publiko. All the best, Cosmo Queen! 👑 pic.twitter.com/EHBT9CQCxB
— Auntie Selina (@auntieselinamo) September 10, 2024
As Ahtisa Manalo prepares for the international pageant stage, her fans are more excited than ever, not just for her competition, but also for the loving relationship she shares with Marco. The couple’s public appearance has added an extra layer of anticipation for what lies ahead in Ahtisa’s journey to the crown.