Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo was one of the beauty queens who came to show support to the candidates of the recently held coronation night of Miss Universe Philippines 2024 on May 22 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. It was her timeless beauty and radiant appearance that captured the hearts of many as she was seen shining the night with genuine support dressed in a La Glamour Queen captivating and skin-baring evening gown draping with rhinestones that perfectly matched with the opulent diamond jewelry from LVNA By Drake Dustin, styled by Perry Tabora.
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Known for her beauty that emits light wherever she is, Rabiya Mateo’s look for the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 obviously highlighted her morena beauty and a queen aura that will always be within her, thanks to Carissa Cielo Medved who enhanced Rabiya’s best features through a perfectly done makeup look and to Florenz who impressive styled the updo hair of Rabiya that convey a sense of royalty feels.
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Everyone already knows that Rabiya Mateo cheered the loudest for her fellow Ilongga candidate, Alexie Brooks. Hours before the coronation night, Rabiya commended Brook’s hard work and sacrifices in her Miss Universe Philippines journey and expressed her support through an Instagram post. “Few hours before coronation, I just wanna commend this beautiful Ilongga for all her hard work and sacrifice together with her amazing team behind her. I’m sure the universe is ready to hear your story, Alexie! Bato lang! Abanse Babaye! I can’t wait to see you later on the MUPH stage. I’ll be screaming on top of my lungs as I cheer for you. I know you’re gonna do very well. Praying for another Ilongga to represent the Philippines in Miss Universe,” Rabiya wrote.
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Although Brook wasn't able to be in the top 5 and get the crown as Miss Universe Philippines 2024, Alexis Brooks will represent the Philippines in the Miss Eco International pageant–still, Rabiya Mateo’s support to her fellow Ilongga is surely worth it.