Filipino American Chelsea Manalo became the first Black woman to be crowned Miss Universe Philippines on Wednesday.

Born to a Filipino mother and African American father, the 24yearold’s win was celebrated on social media as helping to “shatter” traditional beauty ideals long held in the country.

“Chelsea’s win challenges our ingrained preference for Eurocentric beauty (features) and lighter complexions in our nation,” wrote one user in response to an Instagram post of the win on Miss Universe Philippines’ official account. “Filipino beauty standard shattered into pieces,” read another.