Here’s Sen. Win Gatchalian’s Reaction to Bianca Manalo’s Throwback Pic W/ Donald Trump
WIN GATCHALIAN – Senator Win Gatchalian reacted to Bianca Manalo’s viral post with Donald Trump.
Bianca Manalo, a prominent actress and former beauty queen in the Philippines, recently expressed her sentiments on the 2024 U.S. presidential election outcome. Manalo, who won the Binibining Pilipinas Universe title in 2009 and represented the Philippines in the Miss Universe pageant that year, took to Instagram to share her reaction to Donald Trump’s election victory.
On November 6, Manalo posted a throwback photo of herself with Trump, taken during her days as the Philippines’ delegate in the Miss Universe 2009 pageant. In the image, Manalo is seen proudly wearing her sash, symbolizing her representation of her country on the global stage.
Along with the nostalgic photo, Bianca Manalo penned a congratulatory message for Trump, now the 47th President of the United States. “Congratulations, President Donald Trump. The 47th President of the United States of America!” Manalo wrote, marking her admiration for the former president’s return to office.
Manalo’s post drew various reactions from her followers, but it was the comment from her boyfriend, Senator Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian, that captured significant attention. Gatchalian, a businessman and politician who has served as a Philippine senator since 2016, chimed in with an optimistic note. He echoed Trump’s campaign slogan, commenting, “Make America Great Again!”
Manalo and Gatchalian’s relationship has often been in the spotlight, especially given their combined presence in the worlds of entertainment and politics. Known for her elegance and achievements, Manalo’s career has evolved from beauty pageants to film and television, while Gatchalian remains an influential figure in Philippine politics. Together, they form a high-profile couple, each bringing their unique influence and perspectives to social and political conversations.
Their remarks, while directed at an international event, reflect how global affairs resonate personally for prominent figures, even those outside of the United States.