Despite her beauty and talent, Phuong Nga missed out on the crown; netizens suspect she lost to Tieu Vy in one aspect?

Miss Vietnam 2018 is considered one of the seasons with the most consistently high-quality and formidable contestants. Immediately after the results were announced, numerous debates erupted on social media.

Specifically, some viewers recently revisited the 2018 competition and argued that, from beauty to stage presence, first runner-up Bui Phuong Nga stood out more in the final night. In the Top 3 photos, she was praised for her radiant stage presence, delicate features, and confident demeanor. Meanwhile, Tran Tieu Vy's answer was considered incomplete, leaving viewers disappointed.

Moreover, Bui Phuong Nga scored points thanks to her calm demeanor and clear answers. When asked a hypothetical question about what would happen if she left the competition empty-handed, she said her first reaction would be to congratulate the new Miss Vietnam, while affirming that reaching the Top 5 was a worthwhile journey filled with new experiences and opportunities. Her answer was considered intelligent, demonstrating maturity and a positive attitude.

Nevertheless, the final result still went to Tran Tieu Vy. According to many opinions, anthropometric factors were considered one of the points that helped her score points. Tieu Vy possesses a balanced face, harmonious features, and is considered one of the most outstanding in the history of the competition. Even many years after her coronation, her beauty is still mentioned with flattering terms such as "a beauty that comes once in a thousand years." This partly explains why the judges chose Tieu Vy for the top title.

After the competition, Bui Phuong Nga represented Vietnam at Miss Grand International 2018 and reached the Top 10. This achievement was considered quite impressive, especially since her elegant style didn't entirely fit the usual glamorous criteria at international pageants. However, instead of capitalizing on her title to pursue a lavish showbiz career, Phuong Nga chose a different path.

The beauty queen focused on her education and career in television. She graduated with honors from the Advanced Finance program at the National Economics University, with a thesis score of 9.3. Not stopping there, in October 2025, Phuong Nga continued to attract attention by completing her second undergraduate program in Communications, also with honors. She stated that she will continue her studies for a master's degree to further enhance her knowledge.

Alongside her studies, Phuong Nga built her image as a television presenter. She hosted many programs such as "Morning Coffee," "Beautiful Life," and "Happy Lunch." This path helped her establish an intellectual style, differentiating her from many other beauty queens and runners-up. When asked why she chose to be a presenter instead of focusing on advertising, she once shared that beauty fades, only knowledge lasts. This statement attracted considerable attention and received much support.

Not only has she achieved a stable career, but Phuong Nga also enjoys a fulfilling marriage with actor Binh An. Throughout her journey after winning the beauty pageant, she has rarely been involved in controversies; instead, she has consistently proven her capabilities through her work and education. Phuong Nga herself has frankly shared her fear of being judged as a "pretty face with no talent," so she always strives to improve her skills to affirm her value.

Phuong Nga: Runner-up and VTV MC, great education, controversially lost to Tieu Vy Bút Bi10:37:25 30/05/2024With her beauty and remarkable academic achievements, Bui Phuong Nga once caused regret when she was not crowned Miss Vietnam 2018. Currently, she takes on the role of MC, editor of many television programs at VTV and has perfect marriage with actor...