Semi-final night "disappeared" due to technical problems

On the evening of May 19, millions of viewers across the Philippines had to "reluctantly" accept the announcement from the organizers to cancel the live broadcast of the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 semi-final night. Instead, this important event will be recorded and rebroadcast later, and recording by the audience and the press will be strictly prohibited. This decision immediately sparked an unprecedented wave of anger from beauty fans.

Social media was flooded with harsh criticism aimed at the organizers. Viewers expressed disappointment and anger at the unprofessional and disrespectful treatment of fans. Under pressure from public opinion, the organizers had to disable the comments section on the homepage, further escalating the situation.

The live broadcast of the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 semifinals was canceled due to serious technical problems. Photo: Miss Universe Philippines.

Despite officially apologizing and explaining the unavoidable technical problem, the organizers have yet to calm the wave of anger. Fans demand transparency, responsibility and solutions from the organizers.

This rare incident not only affected the audience experience but also damaged the reputation of the Miss Universe Philippines pageant, one of the most prestigious and anticipated beauty pageants in the country. With the final night approaching, will the organizers be able to "save" the situation and bring a complete coronation night to the fans?

The Philippines is a beauty powerhouse with a long history of success in the Miss Universe arena, having held the prestigious crown in 2015 and 2018 with Pia Wurtzbach and Catriona Gray. Previously, the copyright of the Miss Universe Philippines pageant belonged to the Binibining Pilipinas organization.

However, after Ms. Anne Jakrajutatip - a Thai transgender billionaire took over Miss Universe, the copyright was transferred to another unit, with Miss Universe Philippines 2011 Shamcey Supsup-Lee holding the role of national director.

Last year, Michelle Dee - the Philippines representative at Miss Universe 2023 - made it into the top 10 and won the Best National Costume award, continuing to affirm the country's position on the world beauty map.

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