In a viral video where the Philippine representative Michelle Dee can be seen avoiding a TV guest in Mexico City, Miss Universe Philippines has spoken out to clarify the situation.
Firstly, the segment had already concluded by the time Michelle exited. She needed to excuse herself temporarily to drink water due to feeling weak from the consecutive activities in the past weeks. According to the statement from the Philippine team, they thought it best for Dee to return to the hotel while her condition was still not fully improved. They added that she will join the upcoming activities once her health gets better, as stated in the organization’s statement released on Tuesday.
Dee is in Mexico with other Miss Universe candidates for various activities following the coronation on Sunday (Philippine time).
Miss Universe Philippines believes in the importance of the health and well-being of their representative. Paying attention to Michelle Dee’s well-being and giving space for her needs is an example of the organization’s care for their candidates.
Despite the incident, the support and love of the nation for Michelle Dee continue, with the majority believing that she will rise from her condition and succeed in her journey to Miss Universe.
In a collaboration between the Philippine team and the country’s representative, we can expect more opportunities for the world to recognize Michelle Dee’s beauty, intelligence, and excellence in the competition for the Miss Universe crown. The incident serves as a reminder that beauty queens are not just images of beauty but individuals with their own needs and vulnerabilities.
Michelle left the venue because she was not feeling well. #DEE5TINY #MichelleDee #mmdverse #MMD #MissUniverse2023 #ForDEEUniverse #MissUniverse pic.twitter.com/TqeFDAN2Lq
— Yashael 👑❣️📸 (@Dainsleif_10) November 20, 2023