Chelsea Manalo celebrates Dia de los Muertos as Catrina at Miss Universe 2024 gala
entertainment.inquirer.net — November 2, 2024, 02:01 PM UTC
Chelsea Manalo participated in the Miss Universe 2024 gala, celebrating Mexico's "Dia de los Muertos" by dressing as a "Catrina," an elegantly adorned skeleton. The event coincided with the holiday, honoring deceased loved ones. Manalo wore a striking black outfit with cutouts, embellished with beads, and accessorized with a large sombrero. Her hair was styled in loose curls, and her face featured traditional Catrina patterns. She is also among ten delegates selected for a special photoshoot with Seytu, the pageant's official makeup sponsor. Manalo is seeking online votes to secure a spot in the Top 30, with the winner announced on November 16.