UPDATE: Coronation planned as Anegada pageant down to 1 contestant
According to sources close to both contestants, Contestant # 1 Anjali E. Levons, who was being sponsored by Big Bamboo restaurant, called it quits after facing a number of personal challenges.
A close family member told this news site they are still trying to talk Levons into participating, "But it seems like her self-confidence has dropped badly and also I think it’s because she saw she didn’t win the Facebook voting."
While efforts to reach the main organizer, Heather I. Smith were futile, persons close to the event said the show will still go in the form of a Coronation. "Heather and her team are working at making this a spectacular event and it will reward Kimberly for her commitment."
It was said that the committee may also acknowledge the efforts of Levons. "She tried but we think with some coaching she will making the mark next year. It’s not an easy thing in a small community like this so we still applaud her effort," said a community member.
See previous article published December 2, 2019
Miss Anegada Ultimate Teen pageant set for December 15, 2019
Two 17 year olds of the Claudia Creque Educational Centre will be going head to head for the title of Miss Anegada Ultimate Teen Queen on December 15, 2019.
The event will be held at Emile E. Dunlop Community Centre in The Settlement, Anegada.
The contestants are Contestant #1, Anjali Elicia Levons and Contestant #2, Kimberly Ashanti Smith, who have been busy in preparation mode ahead of the pageant.
According to pageant coordinator Ms Heather I. Smith, the objective of the pageant is to create a platform for the youths of Anegada to positively express themselves. “The pageant boosts confidence, gives them exposure and teaches them life skills to mold them into becoming balanced adults. This event will also be used to promote Anegada and its businesses,” Ms Smith told Virgin Islands News Online.
Tasks & prizes
Ms Smith further said the contestants will be given a graded essay and a community project before the event. On the night of the pageant, the segments will be opening dance, swim wear, talent display and formal wear/questions and answers.
Contestants will be vying for cash prize, the coveted crown, title, 11 sectional prizes, trophies, gift baskets, and gift certificates among other prizes to be confirmed.
Asked how preparations are coming for the teens, Ms Smith said they “are coming along just fine. They catch on to everything so fast. Their obvious signs of growth especially in community and self-awareness,” Ms Smith said, as she also expressed gratitude to Gillian John and Gaye-Toni Francis who are part of the Pageant Committee.
Meanwhile, persons interested in attending the pageant can purchase tickets at Anegada Reef Hotel, Anjuliena's and at Big Bamboo at Loblolly Bay on Anegada. Persons can also call 1284-342-1126 to reserve tickets.
Tickets for adults cost $15 and children $5.
Sponsors of the pageant include Anjuliena's, Big Bamboo Restaurant, Anegada Beach Club, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), IBG, Potters By The Sea, Anegada Reef Hotel, K.E.C.A Heavy Equipment Rental and S&S Trucking.
The hosts on pageant night will be Ms Cathy O. Richards and Mr Trefor A. Grant.
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34 Responses to “UPDATE: Coronation planned as Anegada pageant down to 1 contestant”
17 years old with self love
You have much to learn about beauty .
You would be a perfect representative for Jamaica.
What’s wrong with her response she was only stating facts why are you so troubled by it
You would only prove that you can take a Jamaican out of Jamaica ,but cannot take Jamaica out of a Jamaican.
She needs to act like a teen she is and not a grown woman see you next year
This is the problem with this society, before y’all ask questions y’all assume . Do y’all really know the real reason to why Anjali dropped out the pageant ?
This is way bigger than them. Keep shining sky is the limit ❣️
Why not say something positive? Kmt