29/07/2024
Miss Baguio 2024
Candidate No. 8 | Nicole Antonette Bendaen Tilap | 19 | Irisan
A multi-ethnic teenager born and raised in Baguio City, Nicole is partly Ilocano and Bisaya, but predominantly a proud Ibaloi and Igorot of the city. A second-time participant in the field of pageantry, she brings a rich cultural heritage to the stage.
Nicole graduated with honors and entered university as an academic scholar at the University of Baguio, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She aspires to become a doctor of internal medicine in the future. An active member of the Nightingale Band at her university, she is deeply involved in music.
Since participating in a special program for the arts, she has been a soprano in a leading city choir, winning numerous championships in various competitions. A talented music artist, she composes her own songs and plays multiple instruments, from keyboard to guitar. Her passion for music has also led her to become a dedicated church worker involved in various community-driven activities.
Nicole was part of the WCOPA (World Championship of Performing Arts) team representing the Philippines in the USA this year, but due to some constraints, she delayed her participation. Last October, she competed in her first pageant, earning the 1st runner-up title in Ms. Ivadoi at the age of 18. Despite receiving many opportunities in pageantry after her initial success, she chose to focus on her studies.
A candid performing artist, Nicole has participated in numerous performances in the city, including starring as the main character in the Barbie Spectacular Show at The Manor. She has also become a runway model and brand ambassador.
As their Uncle, her twin sister Carla has been a great support in my speaking engagements, while Nicole has been a valuable asset in my social hosting. She has worked with Canish Events Organizing Services since the age of 16 as an events coordinator and music-technical assistant.
BEYOND THE SURFACE. Often noted for her resemblance to beauty queens, Nicole is much more than just a look-alike. She continues to advocate for cultural sensitivity and anti-discrimination, inspired by her own experiences as a multi-ethnic youth. She has faced discrimination from elders in her community for not perfectly delivering a specific dialect, yet she stands tall and takes pride in her identity. Nicole seeks to raise awareness about the importance of cultural sensitivity and the need to combat discrimination through education and advocacy. She believes that understanding and respecting different cultures is a must for the youth.🥰
Please support her all the way on this journey. She is more ready than ever! Her music will serenade your hearts as she strives to achieve her dreams on the stage.
✨🌲Candidate 8: Nicole Antonette Bendaen Tilap
🏡Barangay Irisan
Tonette is a musician and the twin sister of Candidate 3. She is currently studying for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Baguio. A future doctor, she has been a choir member and plays both keyboard and guitar. She also competed in Miss Ivadoi 2023, where she won 1st Runner-Up. Tonette enjoys working with her twin sister during family activities, but this time, she is more than excited to compete against her for the Miss Baguio 2024 crown.