Mr. Universe Phils. 2026 Winner Jastine Dalampasig Withdraws from International Competition
Mr. Universe Philippines 2026 Jastine Dalampasig withdraws from the Mr. Universe 2026 Competition in India later this year. A crown means nothing if it doesn’t lift others as we rise. First, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Universe Philippines for assisting me throughout the passport application and preparation for my international journey. I am equally grateful to everyone who supported, encouraged, and helped make this opportunity possible. I was preparing to represent the Philippines in India this August. But as the journey drew closer, the reality of what is happening here at home became heavier on my heart. With the ongoing Habagat season and severe flooding affecting many Filipino families, especially those who are already vulnerable, I realized that I could not simply celebrate an international opportunity while many of our fellow Filipinos are struggling to find safety, food, and shelter. There was also the challenge of securing a visa on such short notice. ...
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