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Ysabella Ysmael thanks aunt Margie Moran for her support during Miss Universe PH pageant

By Cara Emmeline Garcia
Published November 10, 2020 10:56 AM PHT

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Margie Moran and Ysabella Ysmael


“I'm blessed with a family that supports me and believes in me,” says Ysabella Ysmael on Instagram as she posts a photo with her aunt, Margie Moran.

No one is prouder of Ysabella Ysmael's achievements like her aunt, Miss Universe 1973 Margie Moran.

The former beauty queen posted a photo of herself with the Miss Universe Philippines 2020 First Runner-up on Instagram.

The photo dazzled celebrities and pageant fans alike as they marvel at the beauty of the two titleholders in one photo.

Sunday lunch with family. Proud to be with First Runner Miss Universe-Philippines, @bellaysmael and cousins @rosario.ysmael @ikaysmael @charlieysmael

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While this isn't the first time Margie expressed her support for her niece, it was the first time the public saw the two in one photo.

Ysabella also posted the same picture on her personal account and said that she's “blessed” with a family that supports her dreams and goals.

“Reaching dreams won't be possible without a strong support system,” she captioned the photo.

“I'm blessed with a family that supports me and believes in me. They keep me motivated and grounded.”

Ysabella continued, “I had a great Sunday lunch with my family and the ever-iconic Miss Universe 1973, Tita @margie_moran. Always an honor.”

Reaching dreams won't be possible without a strong support system. ✨ I'm blessed with a family that supports me and believes in me. They keep me motivated and grounded. ❤️ Had a great Sunday lunch with my family and the ever iconic Miss Universe 1973, Tita @margie_moran 👑 Always an honor 🥰 Loving this outfit by @claizabihasa ❤️

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Back in October, Margie said Ysabella was a “stand out” and that she is her “champion.”

“You were a standout, but the purpose designed for you is greater than you can imagine.

“'A star does not compete with other stars around it. It just shines.' Matshona Dhliwayo. We love you for who you are,” Margie posted right after the Miss Universe Philippines 2020 competition.

The first runner up is my Champion. Ysabella Roxas Ysmael. You were a stand out but the purpose designed for you is greater than you can imagine. “A star does not compete with other stars around it. It just shines”. Matshona Dhliwayo. We love you for who you are. #missuniversephilippines2020

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