“Miss Chinese International Pageant 2013”

Press Release (immediate release)
“Miss Chinese International Pageant 2013”
Gloria Tang from Vancouver was crowned the champion
(Hong Kong – 24 Feb 2013) The annual beauty contest “Miss Chinese International Pageant 2013”
(MCIP) was held tonight (24 Feb) at TVB City in Hong Kong. 16 beauties from worldwide competed
against each other with their beauty and glamour to pursue the title “Miss Chinese International 2013”.
Tied to the theme “Beauty revolution”, the beauties showcased their charisma and glamour during the
contest. After fierce competition, Gloria Tang Pui Yee from Vancouver stood out and obtained “Miss
Chinese International 2013” award!
This year, the pageant was hosted by Eric Tsang, Sammy Leung and Sharon Chan. The panel judges
were consisted of five members from various professional aspects, including celebrity Dr Jimmy Wong,
SBS, JP, Mr Kenneth Ma, Ms Fala Chen, celebrity Mrs Josephine Pang, MH, and Mr Lawrence
Cheng. An addition of 21 VIP judges, who were Maria Luisa Leitao De., Jacequlin Ching, Sarah
Song, Christine Kuo, Queenie Chu, Oceane Zhu, Koni Lui, Sammy Sum, Lai Lok Yi, Whitney
Hui, Tsui Ching Hong, Wong Sum Wai, Chong Wai Kin, Poon Ka Tak, Grace Wong, Tats Lau, Tin
Kai Man, Arthur Lam, Henry Lau, Bonita Cheung and Mak Ling Ling, were invited to brought
more challenges to the contestants and selected the potential star for the title “Star of Tomorrow Award”.
16 beauties were arranged to dress in gorgeous fashion wear. After the performance delivered by Kelly
Cheung, who won the champion of “Miss Chinese International Pageant 2012”, the beauties were
introduced and exuded their charisma in evening dresses, custome that was chosen by themselves,
swimming suits and colorful youth clothing. They further showcased their wisdom in the Q&A session.
In addition, with another grand and energetic dance performance provided by 16 beauties, 5 contestants
were finally selected to enter the final round. They were Poppy Chantrarachai Boonyisa (No.2,
Bangkok), Carat Cheung Ming Nga (No.5, Hong Kong), Denise Tzushiuan Tan (No. 6, Kuala
Lumpur), Jessica Song Qinyi (No.15, Toronto) and Gloria Tang Pui Yee (No.16, Vancouver). 5
finalists unfolded their charm and glamour in delivering 5 distinctive performances to the judges, which
were Muay Thai, belly dance, street jazz, peacock dance and rope dance. Their splendid performances
had heated up the atmosphere of the competition.
After series of tough challenges, the result was finally announced: Gloria Tang Pui Yee (No.16,
Vancouver), by her stunning beauty and confidence, was crowned the “Miss Chinese International
2013”. Denise Tzushiuan Tan (No.6, Kuala Lumpur), who unfolded her wisdom and eloquence in the
Q&A session, received the title “first-runner up”. Meanwhile, the “second runner-up” went to Carat
Cheung Ming Nga (No.5, Hong Kong) in claps and cheers. Wearing a sweet smile, Elizabeth
Weinberger Lauren (No.7, Los Angeles) was voted as “Miss Friendship”. Jessica Song Qinyi
(No.15, Toronto) won the high recognition of the VIP judges by her peacock dance and obtained the
“Star of Tomorrow Award”.
“Miss Chinese International Pageant 2013” was both live and delay broadcast in countries including
Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, UK and Europe. With the birth of the
newly selected Miss Chinese International 2013, the legend of oriental beauty was prolonged in the
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witness of audiences worldwide.
Miss Chinese International Pageant 2013– Award List：
Miss Chinese International 2013
Miss Chinese International 1st Runner-up 2013
Miss Chinese International 2nd Runner-up 2013
Miss Friendship 2013
Star of Tomorrow Award
Gloria Tang Pui Yee (No.16, Vancouver)
Denise Tzushiuan Tan (No. 6, Kuala Lumpur)
Carat Cheung Ming Nga (No.5, Hong Kong)
Elizabeth Weinberger Lauren (No.7, Los Angeles)
Jessica Song Qinyi (No.15, Toronto)
Photo captions:
1. The hosts of “Miss Chinese International Pageant 2013”
were Eric Tsang, Sammy Leung and Sharon Chan.
2. （From left to right）Mr Lawrence Cheng, celebrity Mrs
Josephine Pang, MH, celebrity Dr Jimmy Wong, SBS, JP,
Ms Fala Chen, and Mr Kenneth Ma were invited to be the
panel judges.
3a. An additional 21 VIP judges were invited to select the
3b. An additional 21 VIP judges were invited to select the
potential star for “Star of Tomorrow Award”.
potential star for “Star of Tomorrow Award”.
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4a. (From left to right) Delegates No.1-16 worldwide
4b. (From left to right) Delegates No.1-16 worldwide
4c. (From left to right) Delegates No.1-16 worldwide
4d. (From left to right) Delegates No.1-16 worldwide
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5. (From bottom to top) Top 5 finalists were selected to the
6. Elizabeth Weinberger Lauren (No.7, Los Angeles) was
final round, including Poppy Chantrarachai Boonyisa (No.2,
presented “Miss Friendship” by celebrity Mrs Josephine Pang,
Bangkok), Carat Cheung Ming Nga (No.5, Hong Kong),
MH.
Denise Tzushiuan Tan (No. 6, Kuala Lumpur), Jessica Song
Qinyi (No.15, Toronto) and Gloria Tang Pui Yee (No.16,
Vancouver).
7. Jessica Song Qinyi (No.15, Toronto) received the “Star of
8a. Carat Cheung Ming Nga (No.5, Hong Kong) obtained the
Tomorrow Award” from Mr Lawrence Cheng.
2nd Runner-up from Lenna Lim, the 2nd Runner-up of “Miss
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Chinese International Pageant 2012”.
8b. Carat Cheung Ming Nga (No.5, Hong Kong) obtained the
9a. Denise Tzushiuan Tan (No.6, Kuala Lumpur) was
2nd Runner-up from Lenna Lim, the 2nd Runner-up of “Miss
presented the 1st Runner-up by celebrity Dr Jimmy Wong,
Chinese International Pageant 2012”.
SBS, JP.
9b. Denise Tzushiuan Tan (No.6, Kuala Lumpur) was
10a. Kelly Cheung, champion of ‘Miss Chinese International
presented the 1st Runner-up by celebrity Dr Jimmy Wong,
Pageant 2012”, crowned her successor Gloria Tang Pui Yee
SBS, JP.
(No.16, Vancouver) as “Miss Chinese International 2013”.
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10b. Kelly Cheung, champion of ‘Miss Chinese International
11a. (from left to right) Awardees of “Miss Chinese
Pageant 2012”, crowned her successor Gloria Tang Pui Yee
International Pageant 2013”: “Star of Tomorrow Award”
(No.16, Vancouver) as “Miss Chinese International 2013”.
Jessica Song Qinyi (No.15, Toronto) ; 1st Runner-up
Tzushiuan Denise Tan (No.6, Kuala Lumpur); Champion
Gloria Tang Pui Yee (No.16, Vancouver); 2nd Runner-up Carat
Cheung Ming Nga (No.5, Hong Kong) and “Miss Friendship”
Elizabeth Weinberger Lauren (No.7, Los Angeles).
11b. (from left to right) Awardees of “Miss Chinese
12a. Winners of the night: (from left to right) 1st Runner-up
International Pageant 2013”: “Star of Tomorrow Award”
Denise Tzushiuan Tan (No.6, Kuala Lumpur); Champion
Jessica Song Qinyi (No.15, Toronto) ; 1st Runner-up Tzushiuan
Gloria Tang Pui Yee (No.16, Vancouver); 2nd Runner-up Carat
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Denise Tan (No.6, Kuala Lumpur); Champion Gloria Tang Pui
Cheung Ming Nga (No.5, Hong Kong).
Yee (No.16, Vancouver); 2nd Runner-up Carat Cheung Ming
Nga (No.5, Hong Kong) and “Miss Friendship” Elizabeth
Weinberger Lauren (No.7, Los Angeles).
12b. Winners of the night: (from left to right) 1st Runner-up
Denise Tzushiuan Tan (No.6, Kuala Lumpur); Champion
Gloria Tang Pui Yee (No.16, Vancouver); 2nd Runner-up Carat
Cheung Ming Nga (No.5, Hong Kong).
For more information, please contact:
Sum Luk
Marketing Communications Executive
Tel：(852) 2335 3319 Fax：(852) 2335 3227
Agnes Au
Email：[email protected]
Research Writer
Tel：(852) 2335 3347
Fax：(852) 2335 3227 Email：[email protected]
Simon Li
Marketing Communications Manager
Marketing Services Department
TVBI Company Limited
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