Krishnah Gravidez
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| Born | Santiago, Ilocos Sur, Philippines |
| Alma mater | University of Northern Philippines (BSCE) |
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Krishnah Gravidez (Tagalog: [ˈkrɪʃnə ɡraviˈdez]) is a Filipino beauty pageant titleholder who won Miss World Philippines 2024. She represented the Philippines at Miss World 2025, where she reached the top eight and was named the continental queen for Asia.
She previously represented Baguio at Miss Universe Philippines 2023, finishing in the top five. She was later appointed as the Philippines' contestant for Miss Charm, but withdrew to compete in Miss World Philippines 2024, which she won.
Early life and education
[edit]Krishnah Gravidez was born in Santiago, Ilocos Sur. Her name, Krishnah, was given by her father, combining "Kristo" (Jesus Christ) and "Noah" (Noah's Ark). She began working at the age of 14 to support her education, starting by selling beauty kits online. By the age of 16, she was employed as a cook.[1] She also worked as a virtual assistant, advertising specialist, and content editor. She initially studied industrial engineering at Saint Louis University in Baguio before transferring to the University of Northern Philippines in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, to pursue civil engineering.[2]
Pageantry
[edit]Miss Universe Philippines 2023
[edit]On February 18, 2023, Gravidez was announced as one of the 40 contestants of Miss Universe Philippines 2023, representing Baguio after winning Miss Baguio 2022.[3][4][5] In the national costume competition, she wore a strawberry-inspired outfit by Erjohn dela Serna, made from Cordilleran textiles, which earned her the "Tingog ng Filipina" award for Luzon.[6][7]
During the coronation night, she won Best in Swimsuit and advanced to the top five. In the final question-and-answer segment, she spoke on the transformative power of kindness. She finished in the top five, with Michelle Dee of Makati winning the contest.
Following the pageant, Gravidez was appointed Miss Charm Philippines 2024 in a ceremony at Okada Manila.[8][9] The Baguio City Government later issued a resolution in her honor and held a motorcade.[10] On May 23, 2024, she crowned Cyrille Payumo of Pampanga as her successor.[11]
Miss World Philippines 2024
[edit]Gravidez was to represent the Philippines at Miss Charm 2024 in Vietnam,[12] but due to uncertainties surrounding the event, she withdrew on June 2, 2024.[13] The next day, she was introduced as a candidate for Miss World Philippines 2024, representing Baguio.[14][15][16]
At the charity gala on July 18, 2024, she received four special awards.[17] The following day, during the coronation event at SM Mall of Asia Arena, she was awarded Miss Photogenic, Best in Swimsuit, Best in Evening Gown, and seven sponsor awards.[18]
She reacghed the top 20 through the Top Model and Miss Multimedia fast track events,[19] then advanced to the top 10. Asked whether inclusivity should be prioritized in pageantry, she emphasized the role of pageants as advocacy platforms and the need for adaptability in an evolving world.[20]
At the end of the event, she was crowned Miss World Philippines 2024 by outgoing titleholder, Gwendolyne Fourniol, and Miss World 2023, Krystyna Pyszková.[21][22][23]
Miss World 2025
[edit]Gravidez represented the Philippines at Miss World 2025, held in Telangana, India, and reached the top eight, and was later awarded the continental title, Miss World Asia 2025.[24]. She wore a white and silver gown by Rian Fernandez during the final event.[25] In the Q&A segment, she spoke on the importance of interconnectedness and highlighted the qualities she observed in fellow contestants, including problem-solving, gentleness, resilience, and warmth.[26]
Advocacy
[edit]Gravidez is the founder of Colors of Kindness, a non-profit organization that promotes the welfare of children and youth.[27][28]
References
[edit]- ^ "Miss World 2025: Fun facts about Philippine bet Krishnah Gravidez". Inquirer Entertainment. May 31, 2025. Retrieved June 1, 2025.
- ^ "10 things to know about Miss Charm Philippines 2024 Krishnah Marie Gravidez". PEP.ph. Archived from the original on June 10, 2023. Retrieved July 2, 2023.
- ^ "Miss Universe Philippines 2023 announces top 40 candidates". Rappler. February 18, 2023. Archived from the original on February 18, 2023. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ^ "Pageant queens banner Miss Universe PH official candidates". ABS-CBN News. February 18, 2023. Archived from the original on February 18, 2023. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ^ Cruz, Amrie (May 11, 2023). "Meet the top fan favorites for the Miss Universe PH 2023 crown". Preen.ph. Archived from the original on January 29, 2024. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ Estrada, Olivia Sylvia (May 5, 2023). "16 standouts at the Miss Universe Philippines 2023 National Costume Competition". PEP.ph. Archived from the original on June 11, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ Iglesias, Iza (May 5, 2023). "Eastern Samar bet best in natl costume at Miss Universe PH". The Manila Times. Archived from the original on May 17, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ Jusay, Annalyn S. (May 14, 2023). "Pauline Amelinckx and Krishnah Gravidez get beauty titles". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on May 14, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ Ramos, Jansen. "Baguio's Krishnah Gravidez appointed as Miss Charm Philippines 2024". www.gmanetwork.com. Archived from the original on October 22, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ Keith, Gaby B. (June 4, 2023). "City honors Ms Charm Ph - Baguio Midland Courier". Archived from the original on September 30, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ Gianan, Chlarine (June 3, 2024). "Krishnah Gravidez Joins Miss World Philippines After Withdrawing From Miss Charm". MEGA. Archived from the original on June 3, 2024. Retrieved June 3, 2024.
- ^ "Newly crowned Miss Supranational PH, Miss Charm PH want to bring Filipino pride to global stage". cnn. May 16, 2023. Archived from the original on May 17, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ Adina, Armin P. (June 2, 2024). "Krishnah Gravidez withdraws from Miss Charm pageant". INQUIRER.net. Archived from the original on June 2, 2024. Retrieved June 2, 2024.
- ^ Adina, Armin P. (June 3, 2024). "Krishnah Gravidez joins Miss World Philippines 2024 after quitting Miss Charm". INQUIRER.net. Archived from the original on August 8, 2024. Retrieved June 3, 2024.
- ^ "Miss World Philippines 2024: Krishnah Gravidez among new batch of candidates". GMA News Online. June 3, 2024. Archived from the original on June 3, 2024. Retrieved June 3, 2024.
- ^ Adina, Armin P. (June 17, 2024). "Krishnah Gravidez tapped to join Miss World Philippines 2024 since April". INQUIRER.net. Archived from the original on June 18, 2024. Retrieved June 18, 2024.
- ^ Adina, Armin P. (July 18, 2024). "Krishnah Gravidez wins big at Miss World Philippines 2024 Charity Gala". INQUIRER.net. Archived from the original on August 8, 2024. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ Villanueva, Brooke. "LIST: Winners of the Miss World Philippines 2024 special awards". Philstar Life. Archived from the original on August 8, 2024. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ Pasajol, Anne (July 19, 2024). "Miss World Philippines 2024: Baguio, Cavite, Batangas bets among Top 20 finalists". INQUIRER.net. Archived from the original on July 26, 2024. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ Arnaldo, Steph (July 19, 2024). "TRANSCRIPT: Miss World Philippines 2024 Top 10 Question and Answer segment". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on August 7, 2024. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ Adina, Armin P. (July 20, 2024). "Miss World Philippines 2024 is Krishnah Gravidez from Baguio". INQUIRER.net. Archived from the original on August 8, 2024. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ Abad, Ysa (July 19, 2024). "Baguio's Krishnah Marie Gravidez is Miss World Philippines 2024". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on August 7, 2024. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ Custodio, Arlo (July 20, 2024). "Baguio lass wins Miss World Philippines 2024". The Manila Times. Archived from the original on July 26, 2024. Retrieved July 22, 2024.
- ^ "Krishnah Gravidez named Miss World Asia-Oceania". GMA Network. June 2025. Retrieved June 1, 2025.
- ^ "Krishnah Gravidez's Miss World 2025 finals gown: A tribute to Filipino heritage". GMA Network. June 2025. Retrieved June 1, 2025.
- ^ "Philippines' Krishnah Gravidez makes it to the Top 8 of Miss World 2025". Rappler. May 31, 2025. Retrieved June 1, 2025.
- ^ Bravo, Frances Karmel S. (May 13, 2023). "Baguio's Krishnah Gravidez forgoes diet days before MUPH 2023 coronation night". PEP.ph. Archived from the original on May 14, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ Tuazon, Nikko (June 18, 2024). "Krishnah Gravidez opens up about Miss World PH 2024 journey". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Archived from the original on June 18, 2024. Retrieved August 8, 2024.
