Camposano and Ann Marie said they had yet to talk to Fostanes since she won the contest early Wednesday morning, Philippine time. Most of the family watched the live-streamed contest online. Their other sister, Nancy, and Fontanes’ girlfriend, Melinda Adel, were the only ones flown off to Israel for the finals.
Fostanes’ family members noted with pride that she has joined the rank of beauty queens and athletes who have lifted the Filipinos’ spirits by making a mark on the international stage. “She’s also lifted the curse on ‘My Way,’†Ann Marie joked, referring to Fostanes’ winning Frank Sinatra cover for the finals. The song is notorious in the Philippines for causing brawls in karaoke joints.
“For everything she’s given, finally, it’s her turn to taste the good life,†Camposano said.
In a statement, Taguig Mayor Lani Cayetano also praised Fostanes: “We are all so proud of Osang here in Taguig. She is indeed an epitome of hope, her powerful voice touching hearts not only of Israelis, but of all of us.â€
She added: “We hope that she serves as an inspiration to all of us to reach out for their dreams.â€
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