Herlene 'Hipon Girl' Budol is now a college graduate
Kapuso comedienne and Binibining Pilipinas candidate Herlene "Hipon Girl" Budol has earned another great achievement.
Herlene has finally graduated from college, earning Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management degree from the College of Saint John Paul II.
She dedicated her hard-earned degree to her grandparents.
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"To my Nanay Bireng & Tatay Oreng, you both are the priceless blessing in my life. I wouldn't be where I am today without your inspiration & support," she wrote on Instagram.
Herlene also thank her family for their guidance and support as she juggled studying, pageantry and her showbiz career.
"To my Papa Herber, Mama Weng & Mama lhen & Mama Tracy Pascual & my BUDOL Family for all your guidance. You all made my graduation more special," she continued.
She also thanked her manager Wilbert Tolentino, her good friend Madame Inutz, and her supporters for always cheering her on.
"To my KaSquammy Thank you for taking the time out & wishing my Graduation. love u all mga KaHiponatics at KaBudol ko dyan. To @sirwil75 & Ate @daisyinutz love u both to the moon & back!" she wrote.
Herlene shared a few photos and videos from the commencement exercises that her school held. Her grandfather Tatay Oreng attended her graduation ceremony and even brought along a portrait of Nanay Bireng who recently passed away.
Herlene wore a beautiful power suit to her graduation ceremony and is seen walking gracefully on stage to receive her diploma.
"Thank you, Lord. Nanay, para sa 'yo 'to, para sa pamlya ko. Sir wilbert, salamat sa lahat. Sa school ko, College of Saint John Paul II, thank you so much," she says before blowing a kiss to the camera.
Herlene is currently competing at the prestigious Binibining Pilipinas pageant as candidate number 8. She recently unveiled her national costume which is inspired by the Higantes Festival from her hometown in Angono, Rizal.
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