Litara Moma Leilani Ieremia Allan was crowned Miss Samoa 2024 on September 7, 2024. She later crowned her successor, Iliganoa Feagaimaalii Soti Mapu, Miss Paradise Finance, on November 8, 2025. The pageant featured 12 contestants, with notable awards presented in various categories, highlighting participants' skills and attributes.
12 Miss Samoa 2025 candidates competing in Tuanaimato, Apia
Litara Moma Leilani Ieremia Allan was crowned Miss Samoa 2024, competing against 15 candidates. The runners-up included Brianna Fruean and Joanna Vasa. Allan will crown her successor for Miss Samoa 2025 on November 8, 2025. She won Miss Pacific Islands titles in both 2024 and 2025.
10 things about Miss Earth 2024 Jessica Lane
Jessica May Lane, an Australian environmentalist and beauty queen, represented Australia at Miss Earth 2024 and became the first Australian to win the title. At 23, she balances her modeling career and activism with pursuing a degree in journalism, highlighting her extensive travels and participation in various beauty competitions and events.
10 most beautiful Miss Earth 2025 candidates
Jessica May Lane from Australia won the Miss Earth 2024 title on November 9, 2024, at Okada Manila, competing against 75 candidates. Other winners included Miss Earth-Air Hrafnhildur Haraldsdóttir from Iceland and Miss Earth-Water Bea Millan-Windorski from the USA. Lane will crown her successor during the 25th edition on November 5, 2025.
Tajiya Sahay crowns Miss Cook Islands 2025 Tiare Henry-Anguna in Avarua, Rarotonga
Tajiya Eikura Sahay won the Miss Cook Islands 2019 title on October 26, 2019, at Te Are Karioi Nui. On October 31, 2025, she crowned Tiarē Henry-Anguna as her successor, who will represent the Cook Islands at Miss World 2026. The event featured seven contestants and multiple national titles.
7 Miss Cook Islands candidates to compete in Avarua, Rarotonga
Tajiya Eikura Sahay of Rarotonga was crowned Miss Cook Islands 2019 on October 26 and will pass on her title on October 31, 2025. The upcoming pageant will feature seven contestants competing for the chance to represent the Cook Islands at various international beauty events. Sahay previously placed in the Top 12 at Miss World 2019.
13 things about UFC fighter Quillan Salkilld from Perth
Quillan Zane Salkilld is an American mixed martial artist based in Perth, Australia, currently signed with the UFC. He holds a black belt in jiujitsu and competes in the lightweight division. Salkilld has a professional record of 10 wins and 1 loss, with notable victories including three wins in the UFC in 2025.
13 things about Miss Grand New Zealand 2025 Gazelle Garcia
Gazelle Guarin Garcia, a Kiwi-Filipina based in Auckland, is a beauty queen and IT professional. She has competed in various pageants including Miss Globe and Miss Grand International. Garcia earned a computer science degree from the University of Santo Tomas and has worked in prominent tech roles in New Zealand and the Philippines.
13 things about Leongatha, Victoria’s Erin Patterson
Erin Trudi Scutter Patterson, an Australian woman, faces serious charges following the deaths of her relatives from alleged mushroom poisoning in 2023. Convicted previously for driving offenses, Erin has had a troubled history, including her parents' deaths and divorce from Simon Patterson. Her trial began in April 2025 for murder and attempted murder.
13 things about Miss Universe Australia 2025 finalist Sheridan Mortlock
Sheridan Mortlock, an Australian model and beauty queen, represented Australia at Miss Earth 2022, where she was crowned Miss Earth-Air. She has competed in various pageants, including Miss Universe Australia 2025. Mortlock is pursuing degrees in global sustainability and politics while working in various retail and civil service roles.
