Okay, I'm not stupid. I know the latter is obviously the better choice but this is a special case.
I've been having some emotional problems lately...my friend died, and it triggered my depression and cutting habits again but fortunately I got professional help so I'm feeling a lot better now. I...
Your question and the following information don't match. It seems that you're asking why someone would choose a "old ugly and obese foreigner" over a "beautiful and well-educated" Filipino.
Anyway, everything can be answered in two words: colonial mentality.