All set for Miss Universe Jamaica East grand coronation
THE grand coronation of Miss Universe Jamaica East is set for this Sunday, April 21, at Karl Hendrickson Auditorium on the grounds of Jamaica College on Hope Road in St Andrew.
Some 20 young ladies are competing for the title and an automatic placement in the national Miss Universe Jamaica pageant.
“Plans are coming along great. We have all the ducks in a row and we’re looking forward to a grand and beautiful show,” Jermane Blair, regional manager for Miss Universe Jamaica East, shared in an interview with the Jamaica Observer’s Splash.
“We have put a lot of effort and work into the preparation of the girls, and we are confident that they will shine on coronation night,” Blair added.
Since the contestants were selected and sashed early last month, they have been making several public appearances.
“We will be having a beautiful opening segment compliments of Paul Newman of Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts. The swimsuit section will feature beautiful designs by Bulletz Fashion. There will also be guest performances and a surprise element,” Blair shared.
The 20 finalists are:
Rishema Daley – Miss Lucky Dollar
Vanessa Davidson – Miss Prince D’bruce
Tashwania Buchanan – Miss Rum-bar Rum Cream
Taylor Mckenzie – Miss Fisher’s Equipment
Britney Mckenzie – Miss Janga’s Soundbar and Grill
Jahlene Thomas – Miss Tacbar
Rickie-ann Witter – Miss Café Blue
Rhys Davis – Miss Rehab Oasis Limited
Drucelle Mills – Miss Zimii Haircare
Latoya Malcolm – Miss Edna Manley College
Brittney Dyke – Fit Farm Fitness Club
Ashli Tong – Miss Courts Optical
Aalyah Fletcher – Miss Courts Jamaica
Brittany Smith – Miss Zenith Medical Centre
India Robinson – Miss
Showjam Promotions Company
Keri-ann Greenwood – Miss Social Butterfiez Entertainment Group Ltd
Martha Mcgregor – Miss Wasomi Beauty
Shannon Johnson – Miss Sharkies Seafood Restaurant
Rasheeda Green – Miss Olando Denham Transport
Shania Carr – Miss P&S Events and Vacations
The current Miss Universe Jamaica East titleholder Deborah Gordon finished third in the 2023 Miss Universe Jamaica national pageant.