‘Greatest honor of my life’: Katrina Johnson officially begins journey to Miss International crown

Katrina Johnson has officially marked the start of her journey to the Miss International crown with the release of her portraits as the Philippines’ representative. 

In a Facebook post on Thursday, October 24, the Filipina beauty queen said representing the country in Miss International has always been her dream.

“The greatest honor of my life begins here,” she declared. 

“What began as a dream of mine, I hope will become a journey that brings pride to all of us,” she added.

In her post, Johnson expressed her gratitude to Binibining Pilipinas “for trusting me with the privilege of finally living out my biggest dream of all.” 

She also thanked the Miss International Organization for creating a pageant “that celebrates women for their minds, their hearts, and the difference they can make in the world.”

“I can’t wait to meet my Miss International sisters, but most of all I look forward to bringing a little piece of home to Japan and sharing the stories of the people and communities that make me proud to be Filipina,” she said. 

After more than a year since winning the Bb. Pilipinas national pageant, Johnson is finally competing in Miss International, which is known for championing the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals. 

There will be no swimsuit competition in this year’s edition, which will be held on November 25 in Tokyo, Japan

Johnson will aim for the Philippines’ seventh Miss International crown and follow in the footsteps of Kylie Verzosa (2016), Bea Rose Santiago (2013), Precious Lara Quigaman (2005), Melanie Marquez (1979), Aurora Pijuan (1970), and Gemma Cruz (1964).

Last year’s representative, Myrna Esguerra, finished as fourth runner-up.