R’Bonney Gabriel Rides Motorcycle Taxi
R’BONNEY GABRIEL – Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel impresses fans after sharing her ‘motorcycle taxi’ experience
On January 14, 2023, 84 women from around the globe competed in New Orleans, Louisiana, for the Miss Universe 2022 title. American fashion designer, model, and beauty queen R’Bonney Gabriel became the first Fil-Am to win the Miss Universe crown.
The 28-year-old winner is of American and Filipino heritage. Her father, Remigio Bonzon Gabriel, was born in the Philippines and moved to Washington at the age of 25, while her mother, Dana Walker, is from Texas. R’Bonney has always expressed pride in her mixed ancestry.
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Upon being named Miss Universe 2022, R’Bonney Gabriel acknowledged her Filipino supporters, praising the beautiful qualities of Filipinos and expressing her pride in being half-Filipina.
Just recently, R’Bonney entertained netizens with her ride on a motorcycle taxi service. She did not let Manila traffic get to her. Instead of waiting for a long time in a car, she chose to ride a motorcycle taxi service.
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In an Instagram Reel posted on her account, R’Bonney Gabriel still looked stunning in her helmet while riding on the back of a motorcycle. Despite her nervousness since she wasn’t used to riding motorcycles, R’Bonney’s goddess-like beauty was still evident.
She said, “When you refuse to spend 2.5 hours in the car with traffic but now you have to worry about the upcoming 4 way intersection with no light, everyone ignoring the lane markings, and making it home before it rains.”
She added in the caption, “And do the honks mean ‘hello?’ or ‘move out of the way??’”
Several netizens praised the beauty queen’s down-to-earth attitude and her embrace of Filipino culture in the comments section. Some also expressed their admiration for R’Bonney’s bravery and adventurous spirit.
Watch the video below: