'Overall happy': Michelle Dee gives update on Miss Universe 2023 closed-door interview

MANILA, Philippines — Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee is happy with her performance during the closed-door interview. 

In her Instagram account, Michelle posted the pink Mark Bumgarner outfit she wore during her interview. 

"Closed door interview: finito," Michelle wrote. 

"Overall happy with how everything went! Glad that I was able to highlight the most important aspects about my individuality and I pray it was well received and understood by the judges," she added.

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Michelle is now currently preparing for the Miss Universe 2023 Preliminary Competition, as she asked for support. 

"Don’t forget to vote okay?! All love," she said, adding the hashtags #BAYANIHAN! #LABANPILIPINAS. 

Meanwhile, fans are wondering if Michelle will be saying "Pilipinas" instead of "Philippines" for her introduction at the Miss Universe 2023 pageant. 

A video showed Michelle rehearsing and declaring, "Michelle Marquez Dee, Pilipinas!"

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