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The Miss Supranational organization announced that they’ve decided to postpone the pageant and its male counterpart, Mister Supranational, to 2021.
In a statement, Gerhard Parzutka von Lipinski, President of the Miss and Mister Supranational Organization, said: “Having our competitions during a global pandemic was never an option for us. It is not a risk that we are prepared to take and we do not feel 2020 is a good time for an international event with so many participating countries.”
“Our number one priority is the health, safety, and well-being of our contestants, therefore it was an easy decision to make. During the coming months, we will evaluate the situation in the world and consult with our broadcast partner to determine the best date for our next competitions. I want to reiterate that we will be back stronger than ever when we feel assured that it is possible to travel easily and safely and that the host country is safe, too.”
With the announcement, the reigns of Miss Supranational Anntonia Porsild from Thailand, and Mister Supranational Nate Crnkovich from the United States will be extended until they crown their respective successors.
“We are very fortunate to have two exceptional titleholders who have been gracious and understanding during this difficult year. I believe they deserve a longer reign and we hope to give them more opportunities when the world becomes more stable,” Parzutka von Lipinski said.
Meanwhile, Andre Sleigh, creative director of the organization, said that they will use the extra time to highlight the journeys of the representatives who will compete in the pageant once a competition date has been announced.
“I hope that when our next competitions start, our Supra fans will have a clear knowledge and understanding of each candidate’s aspirations and how they aim to inspire others.”
The Miss and Mister Supranational competition is annually held in December in Poland. The Philippines won the Miss Supranational back in 2013, courtesy of Mutya Datul.
The Philippine franchise of the pageant was recently acquired by the Miss World Philippine Organization after its contract with Binibining Pilipinas expired. – Rappler.com
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