Bataan native Janine Tugonon came in as first runner up in the Miss Universe pageant 2012. Miss USA was crowned Miss Universe. Making up the Top 5 were Venezuela, Brazil, Philippines, USA, Australia.
Fourth runner up was Ms. Brazil. Third and second runner up were Australia and Venezuela respectively.
First runner up: Philippines.
In the question-and-answer portion, Tugonon was asked: "As international ambassador, do you believe that speaking English should be a prerequisite for Miss Universe?"
She replied, "I don't think speaking English is about speaking a specific language. Being Miss Universe is about being able to influence and inspire people, regardless of language."
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