Miss Philippines Catriona Gray was crowned Miss Universe 2018 Monday

Catriona Gray took home the Philippines' fourth Miss Universe crown at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand on Monday.

The Top 10 contestants graced the catwalk for the evening gown and swimwear competition.

For her evening gown competition, Catriona wore a red gown, which drew inspiration from Mt. Mayon of her hometown Albay.

It was not only a big night for winner Catriona Gray – it was an evening to remember for her parents as well, who were overcome with emotion when their 24-year-old daughter won the title. 

Catriona is "very, very close" to her two parents. The Australian-born pageant winner is half-Scottish (from her dad's side) and half-Filipino (from her mom's).

Catriona moved to the Philippines when she was 18 to build a career there – a decision she and her parents are certainly not regretting today.

After finishing high school in Australia, she then moved to Manila, Philippines where she worked as a commercial model.

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