They might have lost the contests they joined before, but these celebrities proved that they have what it takes to make it big in showbiz. Get to know them more in this gallery.
Before winning 'The Clash,' Golden Cañedo first tasted defeat after failing to win the title on Tawag ng Tanghalan on 'It's Showtime' back in 2017. At that time, she used the name Romamae Apaap.
Fast forward to 2018, Golden's amazing performance during grand finale was enough to beat crowd favorite Jong Madaliday for the title of 'The Clash' grand champion.
Kapuso diva Julie Anne San Jose tasted defeat when she joined 'Popstar Kids' back in 2005. Her co-finalist Rita Iringan (now Rita Daniela) was hailed as the ultimate champ during that season.
Instead of losing hope, Aicelle pushed harder to achieve her dreams. In fact, she won big at the 2006 Astana Music Festival in Kazakhstan by earning the award for Best Performance of Own Country for Song for her rendition of “Bakit Di Subukan." Moreover, she made huge waves in the local theater circuit through 'Rak of Aegis.' Now, she is representing the country in the 2018 UK Tour Production of Miss Saigon as the newest Gigi Van Tranh.
Actor Paulo Avelino fell short of winning any titles in the Season 4 of the reality-based artista search StarStruck in 2006. Aljur Abrenica took home the recognition of Ultimate Heartthob, while Jewel Mische won as the Ultimate Sweetheart. Meanwhile, Kris Bernal and Mart Escudero was chosen as the Ultimate Loveteam.
Before etching her name in the beauty queen history books, Kylie Verzosa failed to win any title during her first try in Binibining Pilipinas. In 2015, she only placed in the Top 15. This is Kylie's second try in Bb Pilipinas. During a press presentation, Kylie was asked what made her decide to try again. Kylie said that she was motivated by the previous year's outcome where she only placed in the top 15 in 2015
A year later, Kylie did not only bagged a crown at the Binibining Pilipinas pageant, she also took home the title of 2016 Miss International in Japan.