Miss Universe Southern Leyte 2026 Titleholder Resigns Ahead of National Press Conference, Cites Lack of Support

BREAKING NEWS: Miss Universe Southern Leyte 2026 titleholder Renee Rose Pascual Patual has officially resigned just a day before the highly anticipated Miss Universe Philippines press conference, citing lack of proper support from her organization. The sudden announcement has stunned pageant fans and supporters, especially with the timing so close to the national media launch where she was expected to represent Southern Leyte on the national stage. In her official statement, Patual revealed that immense stress, emotional and mental exhaustion, financial difficulties, poor communication, and the overwhelming feeling of fighting alone pushed her to step down, emphasizing that she chose to prioritize her health, peace of mind, and overall well-being.

MEDIA COURTESY:

photo Ceph Alveniz - Yao

handler and makeup Well Padilla

hairstyling Vifer Valen

styling Hsoj Ron

team Cacai Almenario JV Villamor Earl Cyrus Lastra - Oraño

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