Manila, Philippines – Chelsea Manalo, the first-ever Miss Universe Asia, is set to greet her Filipino fans in a homecoming parade on Friday, December 20.
It will take place at the SM Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City at 4 p.m., as announced by Miss Universe Philippines Instagram page.
Fans are encouraged to wear their best Miss Universe-inspired outfits and prepare banners to celebrate her historic achievement.
Meanwhile as MU Asia, Manalo plans to work on charitable projects and embark on tours across Asia and Europe.
Manalo ended her journey in the Top 30, with Denmarkâs Victoria Kjaer Theilvig taking the crown as the first Danish Miss Universe.
Likewise, Manalo received the Best in National Costume Award for her “Hiraya” ensemble by Filipino designer Manny Halasan.