Miss Grenada World
| Formation | 1964 |
|---|---|
| Type | Beauty pageant |
| Headquarters | St. George's |
| Location | |
Membership | Miss World |
Official language | English |
| Leader | Jennifer Hosten |
| Affiliations | Miss World Organization |
| Website | Official Website |
Miss Grenada World beauty pageant selects representatives for the Miss World pageant from Grenada, an island country in the Caribbean Sea. The winner receives nationwide media exposure, thousands of dollars in prizes, an all-expense paid trip to the Miss World contest and the opportunity to travel the world to act as an ambassador for various charitable causes.[1]
History
Miss Grenada was held for first time in 1964. The competition is run as a franchise and organized by a committee. The event organizers strive to increase the skill level and confidence of young Grenadian women.
In 2007, Jennifer Hosten, Miss Grenada 1970, was granted the Miss Grenada World Franchise by the Miss World Organization. The event took place at Jenny's Place, a resort on the beach in Grand Anse and was sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism of Grenada and cosmetics company, Revlon.[1]
Titleholders
- Color key
- Declared as Winner
- Ended as runner-up
- Ended as one of the finalists or semifinalists
The winner of Miss Grenada World represents her country at Miss World. On occasion, when the winner does not qualify (due to age) for either contest, a runner-up is sent.
| Year | Miss Grenada | Placement | Special Awards | Notes |
| 2009 | Tamara Lawrence | Did not compete | ||
| 2007 | Vivian Burkhardt |  - Top 17 | Top 21 at Miss World Beach Beauty Top 18 at Miss World Talent | |
| 1996 | Aria Johnson |  - Unplaced | ||
| 1970 | Jennifer Hosten |  - Miss World 1970 | ||
| 1964 | Christine Hughes |  - Unplaced | Competed in Miss Universe 1964 | |
References
- 1 2 "Miss World Grenada". Press releases. Government of Grenada. Retrieved 17 January 2011.
External links
- Official Site
- Miss Grenada World, in 2007 - Vivian Burkhardt
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