Ito ang sinabi ng kababayan ni Gray na si Albay Rep. Joey Salceda sa pagkapanalo nito kahapon.
“Truly an Albayana, she was the most prepared candidate ever- if you prepare to fight calamities, the more you are prepared for victory. She is regal as Mayon is majestic. She is beautiful, truly Daragang Magayon,” ani Salceda.
Sinabi ni Salceda na minsan na nitong nakatrabaho si Gray upang i-promote ang turismo sa Albay. “The entire Albay is happy and proud of her achievement as proud she is of her roots. I worked with Catriona in her previous quests and she was excited about her role as tourism champion for Albay.”
Ayon naman kay Surigao del Norte Rep. Ace Barbers isang magandang regalo sa mga Filipino ang panalo ni Gray.
“Catriona Gray’s success is truly a victory for all Filipinos. Her sacrifices and triumph inspire Filipinos to continue fighting on amidst the challenges and difficulties. Her victory is our victory. This is such an amazing Christmas gift to the country,” ani Barbers.
Magiging isa umanong magaling na ambassador si Gray para kay Bataan Rep. Geraldine Roman.
“Congratulations to Ms. Philippines, now new Miss Universe Catriona Gray who has brought immense pride and honor to the Filipinos all over the world not only with her beauty but also with her intelligence, integrity and her heart for the poor. She would make a great ambassador for Peace, Love, and Compassion in the international community.”