She has since described this period as a time of spiritual growth and reflection. Today, she runs a YouTube channel dedicated to Bible studies called Anjanette Abayari Scriptures and has publicly stated that her experiences taught her that "drugs will do no one good". Return to the Philippines

Following the scandal, Abayari returned to the United States to lead a quieter life away from the limelight. During her time in the U.S., she took on various "normal" roles, such as managing a fitness center and working as a public relations officer for a law firm.

Banned status lifted; she eventually made a brief return in 2014.

: Because she held U.S. citizenship, the Philippine government under President Joseph Estrada declared her persona non grata . This effectively barred her from returning to the Philippines for years. Life in Exile and Transformation

In October 1999, Abayari was intercepted by security at the in Guam. Officials discovered a broken plastic pipe and a crystalline substance within her makeup bag, which was later identified as shabu (methamphetamine).

Since her return, Abayari has made several television appearances, such as on ABS-CBN's Startalk , to discuss her past and her new path in life.

: She was ordered to pay a fine of approximately $9,200 in early 2000.

Crowned Bb. Pilipinas-Universe but resigned due to residency issues.

Arrested for possession of illegal substances at the airport.