Philippines' bet to Miss World 2008 Quit

Bb. Pilipinas World 2008 Janina San Miguel is the Philippines representative to Miss World 2008 Beauty Contest has reportedly quitting to compete at the pageant.

Janina who once famous by winning the "Bb. Pilipinas 2008 Crown. Because of her poor english and public speaking skills during the question and answer portion, Janina became more popular, specially when one of the judges offered her to have a free english course.

Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc (BPCI) made an press release about the news cited as reason for her decision the recent death of his grandfather.

“The untimely demise of her grandfather, among other personal reasons, has caused her undue stress, thus hindering her from fulfilling her duties for the said title," the BPCI statement read.

"BPCI wishes to express its gratitude to Ms. San Miguel for this act of graciousness and concern for the country. They also wish her well in her future endeavors," it added.



According to BCPI’s rules and regulations, 1st Runner-Up Danielle Castano will replace San Miguel as the official Philippine representative who will vie for the Ms. World 2008 Beauty Pageant to be held in Johannesburg, South Africa

Danielle Castano - The New Miss Philippines World 2008