In a dazzling display of talent and charisma, Ojonte A. Ellis and Surayya M. Stevens triumphed in the fierce competition for the titles of 2025 Virgin Islands Prince and Princess. Photo: Virgin Islands Pageantry/Facebook

The spectacular event, which illuminated Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) campus in Paraquita Bay on Sunday, July 20, 2025, attracted a full house of enthusiastic supporters and community members.

Newly crowned Prince Ojonte Ellis received several awards, including Best in Evening Wear, Best in Interview, Best Talent, Best in Pigment Playground Segment, Best Ambassadorial Costume, Ambassadorial Speech, Mr Popularity, and Mr Photogenic.

Princess Surayya M. Stevens also earned multiple accolades, including Miss Congeniality, Best in Evening Wear, Best in Pigment Playground Segment, and Best Ambassadorial Costume for her category, as well as Miss Popularity.

6 talented contestants

The competition featured six talented contestants: three boys—Anthony Baker, Kyrae Mark, and Ojonte A. Ellis—and three girls—D’Nae Forbes, Surayya M. Stevens, and J’Kylah Tyson.

In the runner-up positions, Second runner-up Anthony Baker was awarded Mr Congeniality, while D’Nae Forbes received awards for Miss Photogenic and Best in Interview. First runner-up Kyrae Mark won Best Intro Dance, and J’Kylah Tyson won awards for Best Intro Dance, Best Ambassadorial Speech, and Best Talent.

The pageant not only highlighted the contestants' skills and creativity but also fostered a spirit of community and celebration among the audience, making it a memorable event for all involved.