(SPOT.ph) Beauty pageants are about putting women head-to-head and ranked according to the judges' fancy. But, sometimes, we get beautiful stories behind the scenes, whether about a dream coming true or a friendship blossoming. In the recently concluded Miss Universe 2023, the Twitterverse saw the emergence of hashtag #PorDeeUniverse, the symbol of friendship and bonding between Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee and Miss Universe 2023 first runner-up Anntonia Porsild.
What is hashtag #PorDeeUniverse all about:
The hashtag, obviously, is a playful portmanteau of their surnames. It has since become a beacon for fans who appreciate the genuine moments of friendship that often go unnoticed in the high-stakes world of beauty pageants. Other fans, of course, can't help but get all kilig and ship the two as a couple.
The trend first got wind when the two beauty queens shared a lighthearted moment on Porsild's Instagram Live, where they engaged with fans, answered questions, and enjoyed casual banter while removing their makeup. It was a breath of fresh air for viewers used to seeing pageant contestants in their gowns onstage. They even have pet names for each other: "Mommy" and "Daddy."
The duo's recent TikTok video, featuring them in matching robes and grooving to Justin Bieber's "I'm the One," further cemented their status as fan favorites. The playful caption, "Mabuhay! Sawadeeka! Who can relate?" with their hashtag invited fans into, well, the PorDeeUniverse.
At the Miss Universe Gala Dinner held on November 23 in Mexico City, the two had the most adorable snapshots in their pink gowns.
Here are the best tweets and reactions about Michelle Dee and Anntonia Porsild with hashtag PorDeeUniverse:
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