Filipina-Kiwi actress Franki Russell is set to represent New Zealand in this year's Miss Universe pageant. <\/p>\n
On Instagram, Thursday, Dubai-based magazine XPEDITION announced Franki's appointment. <\/p>\n
\"Recognized as a reality star and actress in the Philippines, the half-Kiwi, half-Filipina beauty is eager to leverage her new platform to address a prevalent concern among youth in New Zealand and worldwide - cyberbullying,\" the magazine said. <\/p>\n
XPEDITION is headed by its editor-in-chief, JoshYugen, who owns multiple franchises of the prestigious pageant. <\/p>\n
Among Franki's recent projects include the movie \"Pabuya\" with her ex-boyfriend, Diego Loyzaga. <\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the Philippines is also set to crown a new Miss Universe Philippines queen soon. <\/p>\n
The organization has been introducing this year's candidates on social media, releasing their evening gown photos, official headshots, swimsuit photos, and also their introduction videos. <\/p>\n
Carby Basina\/MGP, GMA Integrated News <\/p>\n
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