Miss World Philippines 2011 winner is Gwendolyn Ruais

The statuesque aura of Gwendolyn Gaelle Sandrine Ramos Ruais won the hearts of the judges as she was crowned as the first ever Miss World Philippines 2011 during a competition held on September 18 at the Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City in Manila. She received her crown and sash from the reigning Miss World 2010, Alexandria Mills.

The event was broadcasted by GMA channel 7 and was hosted by GMA artists, Dingdong Dantes, Carla Abellana and Isabelle Daza (daughter of Miss Universe 1969, Gloria Diaz).

The celebrity panel of judges includes: Wilma Galvante, Dra. Vicki Belo, Maria Cristina Coronoa, Iza Calzado, Fanny Serrano and Manny Pacquiao.

As the Miss World Philippines 2011 title holder, Gwendolyn Ruais received a PhP 1 million cash tax-free, a brand new SMDC condominium unit, GMA management contract and other gifts from the sponsors as her price package. She will also has the right to represent the Philippines in Miss World 2011 contest on November 6 in London Earl's Court in London, United Kingdom.

Miss World Philippines 2011 Complete Results:

* Miss World Philippines 2011: Gwendolyn Ruais
* 1st Princess: Helen Nicolette Henson
* 2nd Princess: Martha Chloe McCulley
* 3rd Princess: Maria Paula Bianca Paz
* 4th Princess: Jaysel Arrozal

Top 12 Semi-Finalists:

* Elaine Kay Moll
* Rogelie Catacutan
* Erina Ann Lightholder
* Samantha Nerville Purvor
* Mercy Malaluan
* Charlotte Melissa Tyler
* Loucelle De Jesus (People’s Choice Awardee)

Special Awards:

* Best in Fashion Design: Gwendolyn Ruais / Delby Bragais (Designer)
* Best in Evening Gown: Ma. Paula Bianca Paz / Francis Libiran (Designer)
* Best in Swimsuit: Gwendolyn Ruais
* Miss Talent: Rogelie Catacutan
* Miss Photogenic: Samantha Nerville Purvor
* Miss Friendship: Rogelie Catacutan
* Miss SMDC: Martha Chloe McCulley
* Miss Kapuso World: Martha Chloe McCulley
* Miss Healthy Body: Gwendolyn Ruais
* Miss Philippine Prudential Life Insurance: Jayanne Marie Aldanese
* Miss Metro Dental Smile: Helen Nicolette Henson
* Miss Manny O: Samantha Nerville Purvor
* Miss Sheridan: Richelle Therese Borja
* Miss Shimyon: Erina Ann Lightholder

* See: Meet the 2011 Official Candidates