Confessions of a Pageant King

Tahlia Edmonds is an 18-year-old gymnast, dancer, landscaper and inspiring advocate hailing from Country Victoria. Raised on a farm, Tahlia cherishes the simplicity and hard work of rural life. She wakes up early each day to milk goats and work on her farm, embodying the spirit of a true country girl. From a young age, Tahlia was drawn to the joy of movement and expression, dreaming of becoming a...

Melani Murdjevska is a Miss World Australia National Finalist who calls the beautiful state of Victoria her home. She exemplifies the cherished values of ‘Beauty With a Purpose’ in the founding of her own humanitarian project called ‘The Month Of Giving’, providing opportunities for the general public to get involved in community work and exercise their own humanitarian responsibilities by hosting...

Reality pageant TV, free entry, transparent judging - you guys had some interesting suggestions for changes you'd like to see made in the pageant industry. Some were pretty run-of-the-mill, others were a bit more radical, but here's my honest thoughts on all of them. Is there a change you'd like to see that I didn't cover? Let me know in the comments below! --- Be more than just a...

Cheraleigh Van Zanten was born in Johannesburg but has spent the last 21 years in England. She is the proud mother of a vibrant 5-year-old boy named Abel. In addition to being a devoted parent, Cheraleigh is also a successful businesswoman, owning a skin clinic known as @theskinlabnorwich. Her compassion extends beyond her family and business. Every week, she volunteers for a local charity to help...

Heyy! I’m Jaylynn Cruz, 26 years old and I’m a special educational needs and disability teacher (SEND) currently specialising in Positive Behaviour Support ❤️📚 I do what I love every day - teach children with disabilities. I’ve been fortunate enough to have taught English as an additional language in Thailand and undertaken internships that focus on the disability world in Washington DC! I love f...

Allegations have surfaced that Miss Scotland Lucy Sophia Thomson bit a security officer and used a racial slur while intoxicated at a rugby event last Saturday. While we uphold the principle of "innocent until proven guilty," this episode provides my commentary and recommendations on how the pageant industry should handle scandals or contentious issues such as these in the future. Articl...

I am a 27 year old kindergarten teacher. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to educate, inspire and positively impact so many beautiful children. One of my favourite things to do is to spend time in nature going on a walk or a hike and, when that is not possible, I love watching David Attenborough documentaries. I have been dancing since the age of 5 and have always had a passion for being o...

Maelia Salcines is 28 years old and resides in Houston, Texas. She is a professional makeup artist (@maesglam), children’s book author of @youcandoitbooks and co-founder of non-profit @mentalmonarchs. She recently won the title of Miss Grand Paraguay where she represented the Community of Paraguay in the USA. She will be competing at Miss Grand International 2023 this October in Vietnam. Follow Ma...

Nikki is a Miss Grand Australia National Finalist for the second time, having achieved a top 10 finish last year. Passionate about encouraging others to work towards a world that focuses on the collective good rather than individual gain, Nikki is dedicated to shifting mindsets from "What can I do for me?" to "What can I do for others?" She embodies this principle through her a...

With a first-class honours degree in Law, a master’s in Legal Practice pending, and a training contract with one of the most reputable law firms in the East Midlands, I will soon achieve my goal of becoming a qualified solicitor. I believe in making an impact: using my gifts to help others. I dedicate much of my spare time to helping young people take the first steps in their careers through mento...

Selina Joy McCloskey, a 22-year-old from Newcastle, NSW, embodies a spirit of radiating joy and resilience. Her unique early education experience, attending a preschool for the deaf and blind as an abled person, cultivated an appreciation for life's opportunities and inspired a dedication to giving back. To date, Selina's volunteer work with numerous charities has contributed to raising ov...

I am Katelan Pittick, a current Miss World Australia National Finalist who is incredibly honoured to represent my beautiful state of Victoria in the upcoming National Finals. While I am passionate about pageantry, my true love lies with the ocean and its incredible marine life. I have been fortunate enough to scuba dive and snorkel with a variety of species, including reef sharks, manta rays, and...

Mikaela Fowler is a 28 year old Disability Support Worker from Victoria and is excited to be representing her state at the 2023 national final of Miss Grand Australia in July. Throughout her personal journey of self discovery, her ADHD diagnosis and her experience working as a Disability support care worker, Mikaela has gained insight into a world that lacks understanding for those who are differe...

¡Hola, que pasa! I’m Faith Torres, a 22 year-old biomedical scientist with a passion for helping others 🤍 I am a biomedical science graduate working in molecular science at the Gibraltar Health Authority. I also love music. I have been playing the piano for years and was awarded the grade 8 ABRSM (The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) in music theory at age eighteen. Let’s get every...

Jasmine Signorino is a 20 year-old student with a passion for being in front of the camera. She aspires to be a film and TV actor and model. She grew up in the pageant world as her mom competed before her, watching Miss Universe every year. She has been competing for the past 10 years, most recently at Miss California Teen USA placing in the Top 5 twice. This year she will be competing for Miss Ca...

Georgie Holland is a 28-year-old food critic based in London. With a deep fascination for different cultures and their cuisines, Georgie began her journey in the food industry by reviewing and blogging about various eateries. She now travels across Great Britain to review restaurants, sharing her culinary experiences with her audience. In addition to her food critic endeavors, Georgie is dedicated...

Born and raised in West Texas, Mackynlie Conklin's childhood was filled with sports and school. She never thought she would become a pageant girl or a model, but her ambition carried her further than the Midland county line. Mackynlie is a recent graduate from Howard Payne University with a degree in Strategic Communication and an emphasis in Business Marketing. Currently, she works as a socia...

Cassie Baloue is a Digital Press Secretary for the U.S. House of Representatives and is aiming to be a multi-dimensional political strategist who advocates for social issues. Cassie volunteers her time to support cancer patients and their families through research, funding and awareness campaigns. When she is not working on the Hill, Cassie can be seen modeling around DC, as she is a signed model...

Victoria Vredevoogd is the 2023 USA National Miss Palm Desert and first runner-up to USA National Miss 2022. A recent summa cum laude graduate from Grand Canyon University, Victoria is using her degree to make her mark in the marketing and professional writing industry. Victoria has been in the pageant industry for a decade as a local, state, and national queen, as well as on pageant staff and as...

Tirah Ciampa is a 27-year-old powerhouse who's facing a major challenge in her life - battling a cancerous tumour. Known as the "Sales Queen" and "Miss Tasmania" among her colleagues, Tirah is the car care sales manager at Local Motor Group in Hobart, Tasmania, working across 16 car brands. Despite her diagnosis, Tirah is determined to support and inspire others who may be...

Taylor Parsons is a talented performer and aspiring attorney, currently pursuing a degree in Political Science with a Pre-Law interest at East Tennessee State University. As a former national champion clogger and athlete, Taylor is no stranger to the spotlight and has a strong desire to excel in everything she does. Her acquired public speaking and interview skills from her current role as a pagea...

Halle Blankenship is a 21 year-old Junior at Boise State University pursuing a BA in Criminal Justice. Check out @missidcollegiateamerica to keep up with her nationals journey and the 2024 state pageant! Follow Halle on social: ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://www.instagram.com/missidcollegiateamerica/ ---⠀ ⠀ Be more than just a queen. Make an IMPACT. Join our sorority:⠀ ⬇️⬇️⬇️ http://thepageantsorority.com/ This i...

Vitoria Silva is a talented artist who is passionate about design, content creation, painting, and cosplay. Hear about her journey in the pageantry industry through the Galaxy system and how it has empowered her to make a positive impact. Discover Vitoria's love for nature, travel, and geek/pop culture, and how she's using her art to spread love and inspiration. Follow Vitoria: ⬇️⬇️⬇️ http...

Krysta Heath is a 27-year-old model and Child Protection Services case worker from NSW. Having grown up in a rural setting amongst animals, Krysta still considers herself a farm girl at heart. She is driven, ambitious, and goal-oriented, having completed an impressive 11 qualifications and one degree in just seven years. Krysta has a special affinity for butterflies, not just for their beauty, but...

Haleigh Ryan Hurst is a published children’s book author, blogger, vlogger, and podcast host. Haleigh is a sophomore pursuing a pre-law dual degree in Political Science and Public Relations at the University of Oklahoma. After college, she plans to pursue a Juris Doctorate in Constitutional Law and work on Capital Hill as a political advisor. After growing up with a speech impediment, Haleigh lear...