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R’Bonney Gabriel, of Houston, made history as the first Filipina American to be named Miss Universe during the 71st pageant held Jan. 14 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Miss Universe, daughter of Beaumont mother

News Staff

Thursday, January 19, 2023

R’Bonney Gabriel, of Houston, made history as the first Filipina American to be named Miss Universe during the 71st pageant held Jan. 14 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Matt Ray, April and John Wilson, Ina Messina, Jen Merryman, Jude Messina, Madelyn Messina, Matt Messina, Kristen Messina, Vincent Messina Sr., Frank Thomas Messina, Jude Messina Jr. and Vincent Messina Jr.