Miss Universe Philippines Bacoor City 2024 Victoria Velasquez Vincent Discloses Abduction At The Age Of 3
MISS UNIVERSE PHILIPPINES – Miss Bacoor Victoria Velasquez Vincent reveals being kidnapped at 3 years old.
Victoria Vincent, a 25-year-old architecture graduate from New Zealand, possesses an impressive academic background, holding a double Master’s degree in Architecture and Heritage Conservation from the University of Auckland.
Amid the pandemic, Victoria pursued her dream of becoming a beauty queen by traveling to the Philippines. In 2021, she joined the MUP pageant and was hailed as MUP Charity. In the same year, Victoria was offered to become Miss Universe New Zealand, but she declined.
During a heartfelt conversation captured in a YouTube video by Empire Philippines, Victoria Vincent and her mother discussed the traumatic experience of Victoria’s kidnapping at the age of three. Despite the emotional nature of the topic, Victoria’s mother affirmed her belief in the importance of truth, stating that she never considered withholding the incident from Victoria.
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Reflecting on the impact of the kidnapping, Victoria Vincent acknowledged its influence on her life choices, emphasizing her gratitude for the privileges she enjoys and her sense of moral obligation to utilize them for a greater purpose. Despite not recalling the event, she recognized its significance in shaping her perspective.
“I can’t help but feel morally obligated to put my privileges to use towards a higher purpose,” she added.
Victoria is currently competing for the title of Miss Universe Philippines.
Watch the video below: