pageant Q and A

Francesca Beatriz Abalajon Mclelland's closed door interview for Reina-Hispano Americana 2026.
Watch how she aced the interview!

Here’s a clear side #-by-side comparison of Catriona Gray’s question-and-answer segments from two major pageants she competed in — 2016 and 2018 — highlighting how her answers, themes, and impact differed in each.

Valerie Pawid West, also known as Valerie Claire Pawid West, is a Filipino-American beauty queen with deep roots in Kiangan, Ifugao. Though raised in the United States, her connection to her Filipino heritage has always remained strong.
At just 23 years old, Valerie already balances beauty, intellect, and service. She holds a degree in Biomedical Engineering, is a published researcher, and is also a certified Emergency Medical Technician—a true example of beauty with substance.