MMD, nagsalita hingil sa isyu ng “halfies”

John Brent Abo
By John Brent Abo Copyedited by Jasril Harvey Cabrera June 19, 2026 at 12:00 AM

Nagbahagi ng saloobin si Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Marquez Dee (MMD) sa isyung umiiral tungkol sa magkahalong lahi na Pilipino, na tinatawag na “halfies”, sa tagumpay ng bansa sa international pageant stage.

Sa “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda” noong Hunyo 16, 2026, binigyang-diin ng Sparkle beauty queen na ang tagumpay sa pageantry ay hindi dapat ibaba sa ninuno ng isang contestant.

Nanggaling ang isyu matapos magviral ang pahayag ni Mister Supranational 2024 Brandon Espiritu, na ginamit ang salitang “halfies” upang tukuyin ang mga Pilipinong may halong lahi at nagsabing malaki ang naging ambag nila sa tagumpay ng Pilipinas sa international pageantry. 

“We’ve gotten so much success in the international stage by being Filipino. And we should always recognize that it’s not just about who we are, it’s also the people that are carrying us,” ani MMD.

Binigyang-diin din niya ang papel ng mga tagasuportang Pilipino sa pagtulong sa mga kinatawan upang magtagumpay sa ibang bansa.

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John Brent Abo

John Brent Abo

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John Brent Abo is a news writer with several years of experience in campus journalism. His work primarily focuses on stories that demand to be heard, specifically highlighting issues and experiences often overlooked by society. Through his writing, Brent dedicates himself to those struggling to have their voices recognized and understood. Outside the newsroom, he enjoys spending time with animals and watching boys’ love films and series.

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