Timoti "Tim" Wiremu Edsel Kiriwi is a New Zealand model based in California who represented his country in the 2024 Mister World pageant. Born in Auckland in 1990, he is the third Mister World New Zealand, but withdrew from the competition before the coronation. He has participated in media and advocacy throughout his career.
13 things about Miss Pacific Islands 2026 Ailava Samuels
Ailava Samuels, a Samoan-Fijian beauty queen from Nasinu, Fiji, made history in 2026 as the second Miss Pacific Islands from Fiji. She has participated in various beauty pageants, winning titles such as Miss Valelevu 2025 and Miss Fiji 2025 first runner-up. Alongside beauty, she advocates cancer awareness through the Fiji Cancer Society.
13 things about Miss Global Fiji 2025 Nadine Roberts
Nadine Roberts, an Australian beauty queen of Fijian descent, has represented Australia and Fiji in various international pageants. Married to businessman Jamie McIntyre, who faced legal issues, she has navigated a tumultuous pageant career. In 2024, she was briefly crowned and then dethroned as Miss Universe Fiji. Roberts is active in anti-vaccination rallies and continues to compete in beauty contests.
13 things about Miss Universe Fiji 2024 Manshika Prasad
Manshika Prasad, the first Miss Universe Fiji, advocates against domestic violence, a cause stemming from personal experience. Born in Fiji, she moved to Australia for education, holding various executive roles. Prasad won Miss Universe Fiji 2024 but faced dethronement amid controversy; her title was later reinstated. She competed in Miss Universe 2024.
13 things about Miss Pacific Islands 2024 Moemoana Schwenke
Moemoana Safa’ato’a Schwenke, a Samoan climate activist and performing arts practitioner, won Miss Pacific Islands in 2024. A University of Wollongong alumna, she actively advocates for climate action. Born in Samoa, she also excels in fire-knife dancing, theater, and has participated in multiple climate conferences, highlighting her commitment to environmental issues.
Litara Ieremia Allan crowns Miss Pacific Islands 2026 Ailava Samuels on Denarau Island, Nadi
Litara Loma Leilani Ieremia Allan of Samoa won Miss Pacific Islands 2025 at the Friendship Hall in Honiara, Solomon Islands on February 8, 2025. Eight candidates competed for the title. On February 14, 2026, Allan crowned her successor Ailava Samuels of Fiji at the Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa on Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji. Seven candidates competed … Continue reading Litara Ieremia Allan crowns Miss Pacific Islands 2026 Ailava Samuels on Denarau Island, Nadi
7 Miss Pacific Islands 2026 candidates competing on Denarau Island, Nadi
Litara Loma Leilani Ieremia Allan of Samoa won the Miss Pacific Islands 2025 title on February 8. Racheal Guttenbeil from Tonga was the runner-up. The next competition will take place on February 14, 2026, in Fiji, featuring seven contestants from various Pacific nations, marking the pageant's 37th edition.
Aitutaki’s Petra Matina Mataiti is Cook Islands’ Miss Pacific Islands 2026 candidate
Petra Matina Mataiti, 24, is set to represent the Cook Islands in the Miss Pacific Islands 2026 pageant. A winner of Miss Maine Purotu Cook Islands of Victoria 2025, Mataiti works in aviation and hails from Aitutaki. The competition, featuring seven contestants, takes place on February 14, 2026, in Fiji.
Tuvalu’s Karalo Maibuca crowned Mister Frontier Diamond 2025
Karalo Hepoiteloto Maibuca Jr., a 26-year-old sprinter from Tuvalu, achieved the title of Mister Frontier Diamond 2025, representing the resilience of his country. Despite limited resources, he broke national sprinting records and became a prominent figure in athletics. This title honors his journey and highlights Tuvalu's presence in global pageantry.
Kiribati’s Kaimauri Erati crowned Mister Frontier Sapphire 2025
Kaimauri Erati, a 21-year-old weightlifter from Kiribati, made history as the first Mister Frontier Sapphire after his appointment as Kiribati's representative in Mister Frontier International 2025. Erati gained accolades in weightlifting, including a significant Olympic performance. His achievements symbolize the potential of athletes from small nations on the global stage.
