Kinuwestyon ng mga netizen, na karamihan ay dayuhan, kung bakit si Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Marquez Dee ang nasa promotional poster ng "Voice For Change" sa opisyal na Instagram page ng Miss Universe.
Kaugnay kasi ito sa nalalapit na 73rd Miss Universe na gaganapin sa Mexico, kaya nagpo-promote na ang pinakaprestihiyosong beauty pageant sa buong Universe.
"The Miss Universe Organization proudly continues its inspiring partnership with CI Talks, which began with the 72nd Miss Universe in 2023. For ongoing collaborations with the Voice for Change Campaign, delegates from the 73rd Miss Universe competition will soon release exclusive videos on the CI Talks platform; each shining a light on social causes close to their hearts," anila.
Sa pagpapatuloy, "These extraordinary women, representing diverse cultures and backgrounds, will champion a range of social impact initiatives—from education and environmental sustainability to women’s health and equality—emphasizing the power of collective action. With their commitment to driving change, they embody Miss Universe’s mission of empowering confident women to make the world a better place."
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"'Voice for Change' taps into the core values of both Miss Universe and CI Talks: amplifying voices, advocating for a brighter future, and encouraging global citizens to take meaningful action. By sharing their personal stories and passions, these delegates aim to inspire a worldwide movement, proving that beauty truly transcends borders, backgrounds, and beliefs."
"Stay tuned as the Miss Universe 73rd delegates step into the spotlight to spark conversations, ignite passions, and be the change they wish to see in the world," pagtatapos ng post.
Makikitang kasama sa larawan si Michelle dahil nga sa kaniyang award, kasama si Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios ng Nicaragua, at ang 1st runner-up na si Anntonia Porsild ng Thailand.
Nagkomento naman ang ilang mga netizen, dayuhan at nagpakilalang Pinoy, kung bakit si MMD at hindi si 2nd runner-up Moraya Wilson ng Australia ang nasa larawan.
"I’m a Filipina but I don’t get it why MU put Michelle in this photo."
"Top 3 ??? Where miss australia ??? Why philipines ?"
"Why Philippines and not Australia?"
"Why MMD is there???.. for clout?? LMAO."
"The one that should have been there was Australia because it was the second finalist."
"TOP 3 IS, AUSTRALIA. THAILAND, & NICARAGUA,... not Philiphines -_- why???"
"An insult to Miss Australia who made it into Top 3. Lol MUO is clout chasing to Filipino Fans."
"Don’t get me wrong I love Michelle, and everything about her beautiful black dress. I also think she should have been in that TOP 5. But if they wanted to post something about #VoiceForChange why not putting the actual 3 winner of the award. Angola, Puerto Rico and Philippines were the 3 winner of the award..."
Ngunit ilang mga netizen din naman ang nagtanggol kung bakit si Michelle ang nasa larawan, sa halip na si Miss Australia. Matatandaang nagwagi si Michelle ng VFC award na naging dahilan nga ng pangangalampag niya sa Miss Universe hinggil sa hinihintay niyang money prize, na ilalaan niya sa mga may autism.
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"The top 3 for voice of change was Puerto Rico, Angola and Philippines. Not Thailand or Nicaragua."
"For those asking why @michelledee is in there because mmd was one of the most voted in Voice For Change last year, maybe mmd's picture is there because they are using it for the promotion of Miss Universe, you know that the Philippines is one of those who always watch Miss Universe (in my opinion )."
"The Philippines will win the VFC again."
"To Explain in the Picture, Michelle Dee was in the poster because she won the Voice for Change. It doesnt mean that she was the 2nd runner up. Please read the poster carefully before say anything and do research. Thanks."
"the post is about Voice for Change and PH is the winner so she was included."
Samantala, wala pang tugon, reaksiyon, o pahayag ang Miss Universe, si Michelle, o maging si Miss Australia tungkol dito.
