Image: Instagram/@herlene_budol
Herlene Budol, also known as “Hipon Girl,” is now a degree holder after she finished her tourism management course and graduated from college.
The comedian and beauty pageant contestant treated fans to moments from the College of Saint John Paul II commencement ceremony, through her Instagram page yesterday, July 17. Budol wore a graduation toga and cap while holding a photo frame of her grandmother Nanay Bireng, who passed away due to kidney failure last month.
“To my Nanay Bireng [and] Tatay Oreng, you both are the priceless blessing in my life. I wouldn’t be where I am today without your inspiration [and] support,” she said.
Image: Instagram/@herlene_budol
Budol then thanked her family and fans, who she calls KaSquammy, KaHiponatics and KaBudol, while showing herself receiving her diploma on stage. Budol also received a medal for being the “Face of College of Saint John Paul,” which she hung on the photo frame of her grandmother.
“Thank you lord for all the blessings,” she stated.
Budol is among the 40 Binibining Pilipinas contestants competing for four titles, namely Bb. Pilipinas International, Bb. Pilipinas Intercontinental, Bb. Pilipinas Globe and Bb. Pilipinas Grand International.
Budol earlier served looks with her Higantes festival-inspired costume at the national costume competition held last Saturday, July 16. The pageant’s coronation night will be held on July 31 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, with Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray and Binibining Pilipinas Grand International 2016 Nicole Cordoves as hosts. JB
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