Charlene Tang from Kuala Lumpur was named Mrs Celebrity Malaysia 2023 during the finals held at Magica Hall, Quill City Mall, Kuala Lumpur on March 25.
The 42-year-old businesswoman edged out seven other contestants for the title. She was crowned by 2022 winner Chris Ding.
Phoebe Yip, 47, a fitness trainer and health coach from Johor, was first runner-up, while Elyss Wong, 33, a business owner from Alor Setar, Kedah, finished second runner-up.
The newly crowned Mrs Celebrity Malaysia 2023 Charlene Tang, a mother of three daughters, competed first time in a pageant.
“It really was a big surprise because I didn’t really think that I could actually achieve such a great honour to be crowned Mrs Celebrity Malaysia 2023.
“This is my first pageant. I’ve always wanted to challenge myself to become a better version of myself. Aside from that, I’d like to overcome my stage fright and become more confident in front of large crowds,” said Tang who also won the Best Catwalk subsidiary title.
She said participating in this pageant was a positive experience that gave her a new pride and confidence.
“It was an unforgettable experience through which I have learned a lot from this pageant, for example, that being more confident in myself, overcoming my stage fright and taking care of my image.
“There were challenges and giving a speech in front of the crowd was the hardest but thankfully I managed to get over it.”
When asked what she thought was her greatest strengths that helped her to reach her full potential in the pageant, Tang had the following to say: “I believe self-discipline, along with my courage, are my two biggest strengths in facing the challenges because without them I do not think I would have had the ability to succeed.”
Tang takes out time and does other activities that she loves.
“My hobby is travelling around the world and meeting different people with unique cultures. Besides that, I also enjoy exercising and listening to music.”
The Mrs Celebrity Malaysia pageant is organised by the International Celebrity Pageant Group under the leadership of its founder and president Lennard Tan.
Speaking on the final, Lennard Tan said, “First and foremost I wish to thank our sponsors and partners who helped us in successfully organizing this event. Our company continues to grow, and we provide opportunities to empower all of our contestants to become successful men and women, no matter what their background.
“Winning a pageant requires fair play and judgment criteria. We are proud to be one of the most fair beauty pageant competitions in Malaysia.”
He added, ‘Our mission is to promote the zero hate and zero waste movement, and with our mission, I believe that we will be able to produce the highest quality beauty queens and models.”
“Old Shanghai” was the theme of Mrs Celebrity Malaysia 2023. The competition judges comprised of highly qualified individuals who are previous titleholders and celebrities and included Ananya Mongkolthai, Vivian Thian, Jenet Foo, Yen Lee, Renee Tang and Samantha Kuan.
Below are the results of Mrs Celebrity Malaysia 2023 pageant:
Mrs Celebrity Malaysia 2023 – Charlene Tang
1st Runner-up – Phoebe Yip
2nd Runner-up – Elyss Wong
Subsidiary Titles
Most Charming – Kit Mcall
Most Elegant – Yvonne Lee
Best Costume – Crystal.B Lai Foon Pei
Best Catwalk – Charlene Tang
Miss Popularity – Kit Mcall
Most Photogenic – Dennise Cheong
