Parañaque City, Metro Manila – Even before the formal program began, one name was already circulating among members of the press—Miss World Philippines 2026 – Davao Region, Jayvee Lyn Lorejo. From early photo calls to quiet conversations offstage, media practitioners were keenly observing the Dabawenya candidate. By the end of the press presentation, it was unmistakable: Miss Davao was one of the delegates everyone wanted to interview.

Held at Okada Manila on January 16, 2026, the Miss World Philippines 2026 Press Presentationofficially introduced this year’s candidates to the national pageant media. The event marked the first major platform where the delegates showcased not just their beauty, but also their confidence, communication skills, and readiness for the competition ahead.

Among the impressive roster of candidates, Jayvee Lyn Lorejo stood out with her calm poise, articulate answers, and strong stage presence. She carried herself with a balance of grace and quiet confidence—qualities that resonated strongly with the press both during and after the program. It was evident in the number of interviews she drew and the attention she continued to receive long after the presentation concluded.

At the end of the day, the pageant media named Miss Davao Region Jayvee Lyn Lorejo, Miss Filipino Community of the United Kingdom and Miss Ifugao as the official Darlings of the Press. This special recognition is traditionally given to candidates who leave a lasting impression on the press corps—those who naturally connect, inspire curiosity, and stand out in both presence and personality.

For Pop Davao PH, this moment only affirmed what many Dabawenyos have believed from the start—this is a Miss Davao with strong potential to go all the way. Jayvee Lyn Lorejo’s performance at the press presentation signals not just promise, but preparedness for the national stage.

The competition now moves forward to its most anticipated moment. The Miss World Philippines 2026 Coronation Night is set on February 3, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, where the next Filipina who will represent the country on the global Miss World stage will be crowned.

As the journey continues, Davao Region proudly stands behind Jayvee Lyn Lorejo – a true Dabawenya making waves and carrying local pride onto the national spotlight.

Congratulations, Jayvee!