Janine Tugonon
Tugonon walking the runway in 2018
Born
Janine Marie Raymundo Tugonon

(1989-10-19) October 19, 1989
Balanga, Bataan, Philippines
EducationUniversity of Santo Tomas (Pharmacy)
Height5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)[1]
Beauty pageant titleholder
TitleMiss Universe Philippines 2012
Hair colorBlack
Eye colorBrown
Major
competition(s)

Janine Marie Raymundo Tugonon (Tagalog: [ˈdʒɐnin tʊˈgɔnɔn]; born October 19, 1989) is a Filipino actress, tv host, model and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2012.[2][3] She represented the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2012 pageant, winning 1st runner up.[4][5]

Early life and education

Janine Mari Raymundo Tugonon was born and raised in Balanga, Bataan, Philippines.[6] She finished her pharmacy degree with Latin honours (cum laude) at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, and became a licensed pharmacist in June 2010.[7]

Pageantry

Binibining Pilipinas 2011

In 2011, Tugonon placed 1st Runner-Up in the Binibining Pilipinas 2011 pageant. The eventual winner was Shamcey Supsup.[8]

Binibining Pilipinas 2012

In 2012, Janine once again joined the 49th edition of the Binibining Pilipinas pageant. During the question and answer round, she was asked: "Many women nowadays forego a happy family life for a successful career. How do you feel about this?" She responded:[2][9]

"I believe that women have the right to choose between what they want. But for me, just go for what God wants you to do. Between the two, whatever it is, you must do what's your purpose in this world. Just have a child-like faith and mature obedience, and everything will go smooth."[9]

At the end of the event, she won the title of Miss Universe Philippines 2012,[10][11] gaining the right to represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2012 pageant.[12]

On April 14, 2013, Tugonon crowned Ariella Arida as her successor at the Binibining Pilipinas 2013 pageant held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, Philippines.[13][14]

Miss Universe 2012

On 19 December 2012, Tugonon competed in Miss Universe 2012 at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, United States where she finished 1st Runner-Up to Olivia Culpo of the USA.[15] Tugonon was the only Asian to place in the Top 5. Philippines placed in the Top 5 for the third consecutive year.

During the final question and answer portion of the competition Tugonon was asked a question via Twitter and read by judge Nigel Barker: "As an international ambassador, do you believe that speaking English should be a prerequisite to being Miss Universe? Why or why not?" Tugonon replied:[16]

"For me, being Miss Universe is not just about knowing how to speak a specific language – it is being able to influence and inspire other people. So whatever language you have, as long your heart is to serve and you have a strong mind to show to people, then, you can be Miss Universe."[16]

Tugonon is the second Filipina to place 1st Runner-Up, after Miriam Quiambao at Miss Universe 1999.[17]

Modeling career

Tugonon modeling the Chromat Spring-Summer 2018 Serenity Collection at New York Fashion Week

2012–2016: After Miss Universe 2012 and modeling career

After pageant, she graced to cover various Philippine-based magazines such as Preview, Metro, and FilJap Magazine, which eventually made it in international fashion industry. Tugonon is now living in the United States as she pursue her studies. She walked multiple fashion shows across America. Two of her biggest endorsements are Wells Fargo and Walmart.[18] Her latest stint was on the newest commercial of Victoria's Secret Pink.[19]

Personal life

Tugonon's relationship with Jaypee Santos was put in the spotlight. The two broke up in March 2013. Tugonon, together with Santos, appeared in ABS-CBN's "KrisTV" in April 2013 where she admitted to being a huge fan of Irish rock band The Script, as well as her break-up with Santos due to her regular communication with Danny O'Donoghue, The Script’s lead singer & keyboardist, after host Kris Aquino publicly embarrassed Santos in front of the camera. However, Tugonon stated that she did not have a relationship with the singer and that the break-up was only for the purpose of "thinking things over". Nevertheless, Tugonon received a lot of criticisms from netizens over her actions towards Santos on national television.[20][21]

References

  1. ↑ "Janine Tugonon returns; fans cheer". Inquirer Lifestyle. December 22, 2012. Retrieved August 27, 2021.
  2. 1 2 "Last year's runner-up crowned 2012 Bb Pilipinas Universe". Rappler. April 15, 2012. Retrieved December 29, 2020.
  3. ↑ Santiago, Erwin (April 16, 2012). "Binibining Pilipinas 2012 crowns new titleholders". PEP.ph. Retrieved July 10, 2021.
  4. ↑ Villanueva, Michael Josh (December 20, 2012). "Philippines is 1st Runner-Up in Miss Universe 2012". Rappler. Retrieved June 16, 2021.
  5. ↑ Marin, Alex (December 20, 2012). "Miss Universe 2012 Winners and Results: Miss USA Olivia Culpo is Miss Universe 2012". Mic. Retrieved July 10, 2021.
  6. ↑ "Janine Mari Tugonon". The Manila Times. April 29, 2012. Retrieved January 11, 2022.
  7. ↑ "June 2010 Pharmacist Board Exam Results". PRC Board Exam Results. June 25, 2010. Retrieved December 26, 2012.
  8. ↑ "Bb. Pilipinas 2011 winners bared". INQUIRER.net. April 11, 2011. Retrieved May 29, 2021.
  9. 1 2 "Last year's runner-up crowned 2012 Bb Pilipinas Universe". Rappler. Retrieved December 29, 2020.
  10. ↑ Tupaz, Voltaire (April 15, 2012). "Last year's runner-up crowned 2012 Bb Pilipinas Universe". Rappler. Retrieved September 11, 2021.
  11. ↑ "Binibining Pilipinas 2012 winners". Archived from the original on May 4, 2012. Retrieved April 18, 2012.
  12. ↑ "Fast facts about Bb. Pilipinas 2012 Janine Tugonon". ABS-CBN News. April 16, 2012. Retrieved September 11, 2021.
  13. ↑ "Chemistry Graduate is Binibining Pilipinas-Universe 2013". Integrated Chemists of the Philippines. April 23, 2013. Retrieved July 10, 2021.
  14. ↑ Villanueva, Michael Josh (April 15, 2013). "Binibining Pilipinas 2013 winners crowned". Rappler. Retrieved July 10, 2021.
  15. ↑ Santos, Matikas (December 20, 2012). "Philippines Miss Universe". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved December 20, 2012.
  16. 1 2 Tayag, Voltaire (January 24, 2017). "3 Great Miss Universe Q&As that weren't enough to win the crown". Rappler. Retrieved December 29, 2020.
  17. ↑ Villanueva, Michael Josh (December 20, 2012). "Philippines is 1st runner up in Miss Universe 2012". Rappler. Retrieved December 29, 2020.
  18. ↑ "Janine Tugonon to stay in US for good". ABS-CBN News. August 25, 2013. Retrieved January 17, 2019.
  19. ↑ Rodulfo, Kristina (November 3, 2016). "How I Went From Being a Pharmacist to Modeling for Victoria's Secret". ELLE. Retrieved September 11, 2021.
  20. ↑ Valeza, Karen (April 16, 2013). "Janine Tugonon and boyfriend break up". Yahoo! Style. Retrieved September 11, 2021.
  21. ↑ Sallan, Edward. "Netizens divided on Janine Tugonon's split with boyfriend over The Script frontman". Archived from the original on April 20, 2013. Retrieved April 24, 2013.Interaksyon.com
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