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LOOK: Bangs Garcia makes it to the semi-finals of Maxim USA's Cover Girl Search

By Bianca Geli
Published October 30, 2018 12:46 PM PHT
Updated October 30, 2018 12:43 PM PHT

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Bangs Garcia hopes to become the first Pinay cover girl of Maxim USA.

Celebrity mom Bangs Garcia proudly announced that she made it into the semi-final round of Maxim USA's Cover Girl Search.

A post shared by “Bangs” Garcia-Birchmore (@valeriebangsgarcia) on


She posted on her Instagram, “Good Morning Philippines!!! I have officially made it into the SEMI-FINALS for the Maxim Cover Girl Search @maximmag this year! Evidently, it's getting really tougher now, so I am kindly asking for your great support to help me get into the Top 12 for the FINAL ROUND next week, November 12th!!!️ You can start voting for me again for FREE everyday on https://maximcovergirl.com/2018/valerie-garcia-birchmore (Please CLICK the LINK on my BIO or IG Stories)

Bangs also asked her voters to support an organization for young cancer patients in Davao City.

“If it's not too much to ask from you guys, I hope you could donate too. $1 is equal to 1 VOTE. Minumum of $10 and maximum of $500. Your votes will go a long way!By purchasing WARRIOR VOTES for me, you will not only help me WIN & become the first #Filipino #MaximCoverGirl in USA, you will also be able to support the #HomesForWoundedWarriors #Jah4ww@jah4ww.”

“Additionally, you will be able to help me fulfill my mission to support the young cancer patients of 'House of Hope' and a foundation for people with special needs in my hometown #DavaoCity as my dedication to my special bro, Ayi, with the cash honorarium that I will be receiving when I win! Have a meaningful Tuesday, Loves! God Bless.”