Alden Richards, Xian Lim to host Miss Universe Philippines 2023 coronation night

The hosts for the Miss Universe Philippines 2023 coronation night have been named! And they're none other than Xian Lim and Alden Richards.

According to PEP, Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel, who is Filipino-American, will also grace the event.

Another Filipino-American talent, singer Jessica Sanchez, is also slated to entertain audiences with a performance.

Miss Universe 2019 Zozibini Tunzi is expected to be there as well.

Xian previously co-hosted the event in 2021 with Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray.

He currently stars on "Hearts on Ice," the Philippines' first-ever ice skating drama series, on GMA.

Alden recently won the "Gaming Community Positive Influencer of The Year" award at the Philippine Esports Awards.

Miss Universe Philippines 2023 recently unveiled the candidates' swimsuit photos.

The pageant is scheduled for May 13, 2023 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. —Kimberly Tsao/JCB, GMA Integrated News