Rabiya Mateo and Jake Cuenca made a stunning joint debut as presenters at the Miss Universe Philippines 2026 coronation night held on May 2 at the Mall of Asia Arena. The couple received warm applause as they shared the stage, marking their first official public appearance together.
Mateo dazzled in a striking red gown, while Cuenca complemented her look in a classic white tuxedo. Their relationship has been a hot topic among fans and media, especially after Cuenca confirmed they are exclusively dating.
Mateo previously represented the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2020 pageant, finishing as a top 21 semifinalist, adding to her profile as a public figure.
The event also featured Celeste Cortesi, the 2022 Miss Universe Philippines winner, who proudly showcased her baby bump during the presentation. This marked her first major public appearance since announcing her pregnancy.
Cortesi revealed she is expecting a baby boy with her partner Jonathan Sterling, further capturing the audience's attention.
The competition is now down to the Top 15 contenders vying for the title, which will allow the winner to represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2026 pageant later this year in Puerto Rico.