With her coronation, 80th Guam Liberation Queen Layla Cabrini Delgado Espinal's reign has begun. But it's more than just the crown, the queen from Mangilao said. "I am going to use the platform to spread positivity as much as possible.
It’s not necessarily about winning; it’s about how much hard work you put into it," said Espinal, who's inspired by her love for children and community service. She also emphasized the importance of community support. On Sunday night, the Mayors' Council of Guam hosted the splendid 80th Liberation Queen coronation at Hilton Guam Resort and Spa.
The event, filled with cultural performances and heartfelt remarks, also saw Aaliya Monique Benin, from Sånta Rita-Sumai, crowned as the Royal Princess, the runner-up to the Liberation Queen. The other princesses who were crowned that night: "As this year's liberation queen, you will have opportunities to implement initiatives that affect our island, our culture, and our people. Use this occasion to commemorate the true meaning of our freedom from oppression.
And to the five other beautiful Chamorro women in this contest, you have made your mark in liberation history. Let this be the commencement of a lifelong journey to be Chamorro women of honor, strength, love, and purpose," MCOG President and Piti Mayor Jesse Alig said in his welcoming remarks. Gov.
Lou A. Leon Guerrero highlighted the role of the Liberation queen and princesses as ambassadors of Chamorro values. "This tradition gives honor to .
