Date Posted:Saturday, March 29, 09:00:59am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I see that Miss Venezuela has been invited to attend the Miss USA Pageant. How interesting, first it was Miss Puerto rico being seen everywhere with Mr. Trump now we are begning to see Venezuela. Can we assume that these two countries are being favored for the Miss Universe crown?. And if this is indeed true should the other countries even bother with attending MU this year?. I cant recall any prior MU candidates being so involve with the MUO heads before MU even starts. I hope this is not the case and that every girl come Miss Universe will be judged equally and all have a fair chance at the crown.
I would like to know the reasons that these two countries that I have mentioned above are so much involved with the MUO and their candidates are seen everywhere and being invited to different events and no other country is or to my knowledge ever has been.
Date Posted:Saturday, March 29, 08:58:48pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...Venezuela is going to be top 5 because she deserves it. MPR on the other hand -I just don't see top 5 but with latin judges for the final we all know what happens. PR will definitely be top 15 as I think Trump will actually vote her in this time considering PR will be the 2009 host. Additionally, it is only 14 places to fill-Trump will always pic MUSA because it boosts ratings in the US. I don't like PR-she looks dated and from MW05, Jenna looked much better than her in SS and gown but as we all know T&T will never win internet votes on merit.
My big favs for MU08:
1. Venezuela
2. Russia
3. Ukraine
4. DR
5. T&T
6. France
7. Turks and Caicos
8. Czech Republic
I can't see Columbia or South Africa in the top 15...still don't know what the hype is about and PR is already in the top 15 but it would be ridiculous if she makes top 5 as she looks very dated. I personally would not miss her from the top 15 but that will probably never happen.
For Anya, I hope she pulls a top 5 but I don't expect to see her out of the top 10. I hope Peter brings his "A" game. Gabrielle for now should be hitting the gym like crazy because her body was certainly not in top pageant form at the MT&T finals and her broad shoulders then to make her look shorter and thicker. Additionally, I hope both Makeda and June are being trained as stand ins. I hope to see the MW and MU crowns return to T&T within the next 2-3 years.
Date Posted:Sunday, March 30, 08:24:06am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I have to strongly disagree with you on this one Trini77. I am shocked a bit to see that you dont have much confidence in Anya that she can be in the top 5. I think you are spending way to much time on the Missoslogy forum or whatever the name is. Maybe you are begining to listen to much of the T&T hater.I remember you didnt have much confidence in Valene either of doing as well as she did at MW. But, I said that she would be in contention for the crown and she was!.
Sometimes I think you tend to waver in what you say and think. Anya in my opinion is one of the strngest delegates chosen so far. She may have the best body out of all that have been chosen already. And Anya has such a strong exotic face that seperates her from all those other girls.
On the Venezula issue. I think a top ten finish is fitting for her.only because of venezuela history at MU that I think she is favored so much.
Althoug PR may not deserve to make a top 5 finish I think she would.
Lets be realistic. You know Miss Turks is not going to make the cut.
Anyway, I think Anya is going to be in the top 5 and maybe even win. I have full confidence in her and peter and company.
Date Posted:Sunday, March 30, 05:55:04pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Oh gorm PC, I eh put the girl down. I said there is no way she is going to be out of the top 10 in my mind. For me she could make top 5 and she would not look out of place in the top 3 but after Kenisha's performance I just have to say when it comes to the top 5 at MU-I am more reserved about saying how far a MT&T could go since the latina bias in the judging panel is going to filter through. Kenisha deserved a top 5 finish in 2006 but chubby USA made the cut while MParaguay wearing something that looked like sleepwear was 4th. For the last few years it was almost like every other year a latina was winning. That being said a top 3 finish from Anya would not surprise me but I am not going to say she will win (at least not yet). Kenisha did not make top 5 and she was just such a fantastic rep. We could send the right lady but the members of the judging panel will choose who they want. Additionally, I eh know what you talking about Valene-I think I was the first one on this forum who said she will probably be in contention for the crown when her official pics were released.
Just because I am not all out the gates saying "Anya will win" does not mean I am not 100% behind our rep. Let's wait and see how she looks when July comes around along with the other 70+ beauties. For now she is solidly in my top 10 and I actually have her in my personal top 5 since I saw the MT&T final-Missosology has nothing to do with it.
Anyways, it is always good to hear each other's views. Anya is going to be smokin' hot when MU comes around. She has one of the best bodies I have seen thus far and a top 5 in SS at MU is what I am expecting. I just hope Peter Elias and Associates get the gown right-Anya has a lot of sex appeal and I hope they choose a gown that really complements her look.
Date Posted:Monday, March 31, 05:26:42pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Thanks for clearing that up. I was begining to worry about you. I agree with you that Kenisha deserved a top 5 finish at MU06. She was indeed a very good rep. And one of the best of that night. She looked way better than some of them that made the top 5. I couldnt understand why she didnt make top 5. But, as you said the judges chose whom they want to win. I saw some recent pictures of Anya and without much make up and she looks really good. I know peter and comp. is training her well. I am sure the time Miss Universe comes around she would be fully prepared.
As I said she has one of the best bodies out of all the delegates choen so far. Its funny that you dont have Columbia in your top 15 prediction. I actuallly think she looks better alot of times than PR. I have her as one of my picks. I like the couple of pictures I have seen of miss turks so far but i want to see some more. I still dont think she would be in the top 15 though.
You didnt say what you thought about the Miss Venezuela and PR issue. The fact that they are being seen alot of times with Mr Trump and and being invited to these events before MU even starts.
I think Anya is going to bring it at MU and I think she can be top 5 and maybe win.
I am waiting to see some more of the delegates before I start making my list of favorites.
Date Posted:Wednesday, March 26, 10:14:45pm Author Host/IP: 47.218.50.116.unassigned.static.etpi.network/116.50.218.47
Greetings from the Philippines!
We in the Miss Young International Organization denies the Allegations of that CRITICAL BEAUTY FORUM. The Miss Young International never been associated with the MISS TOURISM WORLD ORGANIZATION, our MYI President/CEO Mr. Romulo Ancheta, Jr. never been convicted of any crimes anywhere in the world and NEVER meet MR. JOHN SINGH in his entire life.
Also with regards to the prizes of Miss Vasana Wongbuntree in the MISS YOUNG INTERNATIONAL 2007 Pageant. Right after her coronation in Taiwan she already get a portion of her prizes and the other will be given to her during her reign ends. THIS IS THE USUAL procedure IN ANY BEAUTY PAGEANT Competition. NEVER IT HAPPEN THAT RIGHT AFTER THE CORONATION ALL HER PRIZES MONEY WILL BE GIVEN TO HER.
We are not hiding anything here, if anyone wants to see the receipt we will present to all of you. THIS IS AUTHENTICATED AND THE SIGNATURES OF MISS WONGBUNTREE IS ORIGINAL. Our Lawyers in the US is now looking for possible legal actions to THE OWNER OF CRITICAL BEAUTY Mr. Delfin.
AGAIN, we in the Organization confirming that this accusations are NOT true and baseless, the only intentions of this CRITICAL BEAUTY FORUM is to destroy the good credibility of the MISS YOUNG INTERNATIONAL beaty pageant that we have started in 2006.
Should you have any question please email us at : elitephilippines@yahoo.com ; info@missyounginternational.net
Thank you very much for this opportunity.
Sincerely,
MS. AILEEN EVANGELISTA
Vice President
MISS YOUNG INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION
Date Posted:Sunday, March 23, 01:59:49pm Author Host/IP: ool-4572b355.dyn.optonline.net/69.114.179.85
Hello everyone I am so sorry that I have been away for so long, it has been hectic at work. Hi John (keep up the good work), Trini77 - what's up, PC,mAXIMUS and everybody.
First off let me start by saying that the new Miss TnT Universe is gorgeous. Anya was just the shot in the arm we needed after missing last year's pageant. She is tall, exotic and beautiful good job PE&Associates. As for Gabrielle, we Providence Girls' like us Miss World (Rhonda, Janelle, Tineke and Gabrielle). I remember Gabrielle from school she has grown into a gorgeous young woman.
Both representatives just showcase the great diversity that Trinidad and Tobago has to offer. No other country I have seen within recent years has sent an ebony beauty, and east indian beauty, an asian beauty and a caucasian beauty to any international pageant representing the same country. Trinidad is just so beautiful and unique.
Date Posted:Tuesday, March 25, 03:54:03pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...I eh know what to do with yuh, yuh know. Just when ah say I eh have time yuh back on the forum. I am very excited about our 2 reps. I hope to see both in the top 10 of their respective competitions. Well you see more MT&Ts in person than me yes guyl. All these years and all I get to see our girls at MU on TV. Anyways, we finally showing the world the diversity that our country holds. I am very happy. Additionally, the two runner-ups look fantastic. I am waiting to see who will be T&T's rep at Miss Caricom 2008. For the other poster, Anya is 5'8" and Gabriella is 5'7"
Date Posted:Wednesday, March 26, 09:06:52pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Hi Guys, it is so nice to see you all. Hey "C" I am so happy about the 2 gorgeous reps. as well. I expect great performances from both. Hey Trini77, One thing I see from your post is that you said "Gabriella", its actually Gabriel. I am sure it was not intented to type Gabriella as I am sure you know both the reps. names.
Good observation C, you are right in regards to T&T being one of if not the only country to send such a diverse set of reps. one year after the next. I am so glad to see T&T being showcased once again for its diversity.
I think Anya is going to make top 5 at MU. She may even win. I cant wait to see her after her total transformation.
Date Posted:Friday, March 21, 08:11:19pm Author Host/IP: 3676_acl1.gw.smartbro.net/125.60.241.169
TO ALL NATIONAL ORGANIZERS BEWARE OF MISS YOUNG INTERNATIONAL PAGEANT, IT WAS RUNNED BY AN ex-convict, AND NOW, HE IS ALLIED WITH THE MOST EVIL MAN IN THE PAGEANT WORLD!! DO NOT SEND YOUR DELEGATES TO MISS YOUNG INTERNATIONAL OR ELSE YOU'LL BE SORRY!!
BEWARE : Mark Ancheta, the organizer of the revived Miss Young International pageant, is at it again. It wasn't enough that he staged a poorly produced pageant in Manila last year with only ten contestants and used different aliases to con gullible national directors into sending delegates. This time, he managed to con Taiwanese officials to hold the third year of his pageant to be held in Taipei from October 7th to 28th. This information was forwarded to me by a national director who had received an invitation to send a delegate to the pageant, but after doing thorough research, this director discovered that Ancheta and his company are allies with John Singh, the most evil man in the pageant world. Last year's Miss Bikini World (MBW) pageant was held in Taiwan. Singh owns the MBW trademark, but I imagine that in order to save face and to maintain the title of the pageant, he might have "sold" the copyright to Ancheta's group who eventually produced the MBW 2006 pageant which was won by Hungary's Anita Horvath. My impression - that the reason the Taiwanese got suckered in by Ancheta into hosting Miss Young International - is because Taiwan is desperately imitating China into establishing itself as a major international pageant venue.
I remember, last year's Miss Young International website looked professional and decent. But what happened now? Take a look at the current site, http://missyounginternational.net/. It screams "cheap" and "tacky." - CRITICAL BEAUTY.COM
A DUBIOUS PAGEANT : Last November, a Miss Young International 2006 pageant took place in Manila and a young woman from Venezuela, Jessica Chaya, was crowned. Last month, a posting on several message boards by one "Aileen Evangelista" suggested that Chaya was "dismissed... for breach of contract because she has failed to fulfill the duties required of the title." She was supposedly replaced by the first runner-up Estefany Tomaselly of Ecuador, according to Mark Ancheta, the president of Elite Productions that organized the pageant.
I initially mentioned this pageant in my 11.27.2006 Journal; instead of "Mark Ancheta," I had mentioned "Romulo Ancheta," who appears to be the brother of Ronalyn Ancheta, whom he had handpicked as the "outgoing" Miss Young International, even though the last legitimately produced MYI pageant occurred in 1983 and won by Norway's Ana Sofie Falkenaas.
- CRITICAL BEAUTY.COM
***ACTUALLY, she PERSONALLY CROWNED HER SISTER AS MISS YOUNG INTERNATIONAL 2005, JESSICA CHAYA RESIGNED BECAUSE THE PAGEANT ORGANIZER DID NOT GAVE HER PRIZES AS A WINNER, AND NOW, Vanasa Wongbuntree (AGAIN) WILL BE RELINQUISHING HER CROWN BECAUSE SHE WAS NOT GIVEN ANY PRIZES AT ALL
Date Posted:Wednesday, March 19, 11:51:47pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
O.K. Just in case anyone wonders why I am not posting much in the T&T Missosology section and probably this forum-I have alot on my plate currently and I will be busy for the next 3 months so I don't plan on spending much time on either forum but I will probably check the Missosology website regularly to ensure no earthy posts are made within the T&T section.
Best wishes to Anya, Gabriela and PE&A over the next few months as they prepare for the int'al competitions.
Date Posted:Sunday, March 16, 09:41:52pm Author Host/IP: c-68-80-75-150.hsd1.pa.comcast.net/68.80.75.150
By Cedriann J Martin
Saturday, March 8th 2008
Miss T&T Universe Anya Ayoung-Chee Location: Toco Clothes & Accessories: Peter Elias Shoes: Shoe Frenzy Hair: Bally Makeup: Sandra Hordatt Styling: Peter Elias Models: Anya Ayoung-Chee & Gabrielle Walcott. Photography: Calvin French
Asked what aspect of her preparation would devour the most attention during the four-month sprint to Miss Universe 2008, Anya Ayoung Chee gives a surprising response.
"I think I have to be a bit more relaxed," she says, all mellow. " And not so concerned all the time about saying the right thing and doing the right thing."
Weird. Because it occurs to me from the very start of our chat over ginger-ginseng tea that this Miss Trinidad and Tobago is so relaxed and not concerned about saying the right thing.
Her self-possession leaves even more of an impression than her glossy hair or the floor length, pink and purple dress she wore to work that day. (The 26-year-old is Design Manager at Above, a multi-disciplinary design studio. Hence the creative freedom.)
Anya is interesting in quite a few unexpected and refreshing ways. Consider her take on why she was selected as our representative for Miss Universe in Vietnam in the first place.
The dynamic duo , Miss T&T Universe Anya Ayoung-Chee and Miss T&T World Gabrielle Walcott
"I genuinely feel I've come into it for the right reasons" selflessly. I'm not focused on advancing my career in a direct way. I come into this with a deep devotion to Trinidad and Tobago and to its development. When you do things for the right purpose" she says "it is always fruitful".
There's another reason she signed up for the job: her late brother, Pilar. Last May he passed away in a car crash that took five lives, including those of three of his closest friends. Anya has managed to spin tragedy into inspiration.
"When something like this happens you realise that life is finite. He was a very intense boy and he always expected perfection from my brothers and me. In his death it feels like it's my duty to not settle for what I could get away with. I really feel like I had the spirit of my brother with me. It would have meant so much to him that I would challenge myself in that way," she reflects.Â
Her knack for distilling disaster into good is genetic. Following the death her parents formed the I Remember Movement, an organisation in Pilar's remembrance. Still in its formative stages, the group will give young people of their children's generation an opportunity to give back.
And after another of their five sons was kidnapped five years ago they came up with the Tall Man Foundation, an arts program for Gonzales teens. Tall Man offers classes in drama, dance, film and the like to young people who wouldn't otherwise access that kind of training at school or in their community.
They performed at Queen's Hall for the pre-show of 3Canal's "Light" during Carnival. And both Anya and Gabrielle went along last week as the children hosted a walk-about in their area to encourage their peers to come onboard.
"It was their idea to walk. They wanted to go out in the streets and speak directly to their peers... to tell them: 'this is an option for you too'," she tells me. She reveals that the work of the Foundation is woven into their daily lives and is her parents' kind response to an unkind act.
"It was their way of trying to direct the experience out of themselves and into a process that would maybe change the course of the lives of young men who may have wound up doing something like this to somebody else," she says. "They are not nearly the only people out there doing this kind of thing. It's so inspiring to be around them and around the people they're drawn to."
If anything, Anya thinks her parents' legacy to their brood of six is compassion.
The only girl and the oldest, Anya decided against following her father into medicine. She once contemplated it. Oncology, especially, intrigued her.
"I studied biology, chemistry and art at A Levels," she recalls of her St. Joseph's years. "But when it came down to it I thought that doing medicine wouldn't challenge me enough. I don't mean that in an arrogant way. But the side of me that is creative needed much more development than the analytical side. I figured I could probably beat the books and get through med school."
She decided instead to attend Parsons, a prestigious design school in Manhattan. Initially Anya intended to pursue fashion. She opted for graphic design in a bid for viable career options when she returned home. It's become her passion. She now works with a studio that provides services in branding, web applications and photography.
The sometimes Meiling model is in talks to team with the iconic fashion designer for a younger line. And she relished styling 3Canal's Carnival show. Anya's long-term vision is to incorporate as many different veins of design into a career rather than focusing on one specific branch.
"I also want to be grounded in projects that are ethical. In that way the work becomes so much more than work. Ideally I want to be in a position where I can not only choose the discipline but also the direction," she explains.
Her immediate challenge, though, is finding and being herself in the beauty pageant experience.
Being yourself... beauty pageant. Sounds like a contradiction. Anya explains why for Miss T&T it isn't.
"I think our Miss Universe and Miss World committee is a little unique. There are countries that produce a bit more of a tailored delegate. You always hear about girls who have been training all their lives for the pageant. But I think Miss T&T's edge is that she is a genuine article. Wendy was Wendy and that was a big reason why she won. For me,"she says, "this represents an opportunity to come more to terms with who I am."
Date Posted:Monday, March 10, 06:33:27pm Author Host/IP: c-68-80-75-150.hsd1.pa.comcast.net/68.80.75.150
Gabrielle Walcott- The People's Choice
By Cedriann J Martin
Saturday, March 8th 2008
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Google Gabrielle Walcott and the first couple tidbits you'd find won't have anything to do with her being the new Miss Trinidad and Tobago/World.
For example you'd learn that she was a set artist on the 2005 MTV series, "Real World/Road Rules0 Challenge". And that she was on camera as a waitress and behind-the-scenes as wardrobe supervisor in the 2006 action flick, "Backlash". Or that four years ago she was the female lead in a Hype Williams-directed video, Rupee's "Tempted to Touch".
The 23-year old is so consumed with the prospect of a creative career that she followed up her Visual Arts and Theatre degree at the University of the West Indies with post graduate studies at the Herbert Berghof Studio in New York.
The "intimate, quirky" school was created by theatre artists more than five decades ago to provide rigorous, hands-on training in the Performing Arts. It had the lagniappe effect of preparing Gabrielle for the whirlwind, week-long Miss T&T screening and selection.
On-air camera classes. Public speaking. Movement. Speech. Even backstage breathing exercises. Those came in handy a fortnight ago at Zen.
"You focus on being centred, not being distracted by everything going on around you. Some people pray. Some people meditate. I do both along with lots of breathing. Just before I went onstage I just said 'it's in God's hands. I've done all the preparation'," she said.
Miss World 2008 in October won't be her first pageant experience. Gabrielle represented Trinidad and Tobago at a Miss Hawaiian Tropic pageant in Las Vegas two years ago.
"It kind of gave me a feel for what will happen in Ukraine," she said. "The thing that stood out most for me was the experience of meeting different girls from different cultures."
She debunked the idea that the com petitive nature of beauty pageants makes bonding impossible. In fact, Gabrielle admitted that ""the most difficult part" of the Miss T&T experience was seeing the disappointment of other hopefuls at the end of the night.
"Each girl wanted it but I had to remind myself that God has a plan for everyone. This was my time and I haven't robbed anyone else of an opportunity. It was just about who was more prepared and whose personality fit which pageant. Their time will come or even greater things are in store for them," she said. She's particularly excited about having earned the most text votes for People's Choice.
Gabrielle grew up in Petit Valley. She has two sisters and one brother. Her parents, she raved, have been married for a quarter century. She mentions the dog, cat and the two parrots that live on the pommerac tree outside her window for good measure.
She's an animal and nature lover. She rode horses competitively when she was younger and it remains one of her passions. Over the years she's taken in no fewer than twenty lost or abandoned dogs.
"We genuinely love animals in my house," she said. The past pupil of Providence Girls' and UWI sixth form revealed that there was never a question in her mind about pursuing a creative career.
"I've always been painting and drawing. When CXC came around I used to be up at four o' clock in the morning, not able to put down the paint brush. For me not to have done something creative with my talent would have been a sin. I couldn't imagine myself doing a nine-to-five. I need to be very creative and hands-on."
Apart from her stint as a beauty ambassador she'd like to travel and study some more. Ultimately, though, Gabrielle wants to live in and contribute to T&T.Â
"I want to get involved with something like Arts in Action," she said. "I haven't exactly figured out the logistics yet but I strongly feel that we have so much talent that is completely overlooked. It's important for someone to nurture and showcase that. The most important resource in any country is its people."
Date Posted:Tuesday, March 11, 09:26:05am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Hey John, thanks for the articles on the two lovely MT&TS. Its good to see you participate in the forum. We need alot more people to start sharing their views on the forum. I think we have alot of people visiting the forum but not much leaving any kind of comments. Sometimes the forum comes to a complete halt. and we only see people around competition time or right after maybe for a couple days and no more. Where are T&T's beauty patriots?.
Thanks Trini77, you are sometimes the only one who keeps this forum going. And you do a great job with your support and dedication in regards to the beautiful women of T&T.
I can't wait until competition time comes around. I know T&T is going to do great at both pageants. I love those pics on Anya and Gabriel.
Date Posted:Sunday, March 16, 09:28:50pm Author Host/IP: c-68-80-75-150.hsd1.pa.comcast.net/68.80.75.150
Thanks for the comments PageantCritic.
I'm here most of the time trying to get interesting things for the forum and keeping it from being over run by spam and such, finally Voy has great soloutions in place to manage the spam and to block visitors that want to abuse the forums..
As usual when I get updates from Peter Elias i will post them the on the site.
Date Posted:Wednesday, March 12, 07:56:43pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...2 ladies who I think should re-enter MT&T. In my opinion either June or Makeda should be sent to Miss Caricom 2008. I really think either could place in the final 15/10 of MU but Makeda has enough beauty to go to the top 5-she needs to grow the hair out and work hard on stage presence and confidence. I hope both June and Makeda are being trained as stand-ins just as Valene was when she was 1st runner up.
Date Posted:Sunday, March 02, 09:58:58am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I hope she learns to get comfortable on stage and improve her interview skills over the rest of this year and then comes back fierce for MT&TU09.
Date Posted:Tuesday, March 11, 09:27:22pm Author Host/IP: NoHost/190.213.17.76
Natural beauty, elegance, poise and a killer smile....A beauty queen in her own right. Continue to sparkle and dazzle Makeda!
Date Posted:Monday, March 10, 12:43:37pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...I am really busy for the next 3 months or so I don't think I will be posting every pic I have on this forum. Keep checking in at the MT&T Missosology forum for pics of both Gabrielle and Anya. I have a few more pics of Anya but I don't like posting pics just for numbers sake-she looks O.K. in them but you know how some people like to pong so I don't usually post them if I don't think it is the best.
Date Posted:Monday, March 10, 01:10:08pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I actually dont take these folks seriously. They just continue to reiterate how ignorant they are. I can't help but laught at their frivolous comments. These girls have nothing on any of the MT&T girls. Any of the girls from MT&T can do better than the best of their line up.
Date Posted:Monday, March 10, 10:37:39am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Wow, the Miss T&T's are looking HOT!. Anymore pictures Trini77?. I must say I think T&T may have a crown or two this year.
On another Note, While some people(we know who) are continuously bashing T&T and their reps. I dont see not one girl from the Miss Jamaica contest that can even make the semi-finals of MU.
Hey Trini77, whats that person's name that keeps bashing T&T's reps?. I havent heard anything from that person conerning The "stunners" of the Miss Jamica contest. Anyway, this goes to show that one shouldnt critiscize anything or anyone else. Especially if they are not better.
Wasnt going to bring this up but just thought I would make a point that no one should bash or try to bring anyone down. Be supportive and encouraging in your statements rather than seek to be always disparaging or try to defame and ridicule another.
Date Posted:Monday, March 10, 12:39:27pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Well I just have to smirk at the double standard that the self proclaimed beauty expert is exhibiting-not a single bad comment about the semifinalists for the MJ crown on the Missosology forum. If we had that line-up I think the shit would hit the fan for PE&A because they need to deliver more than ever at the int'al event because it is government money they are getting to prepare our reps.-They cannot afford not to place. I don't see any at MJU that look as good as any one of the top 4 at MT&TU/W. Pulse is going to have to use plastic surgeons this time round because there only about 5 that look O.K. but I cannot see just exercise and toning doing much. At least the lady who had the "toilet" photo circulating opted out of the selection process.
Date Posted:Saturday, March 08, 10:15:10pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I love Anya but I must commend Gabrielle for finally delivering in an official photo. I am really expecting alot from both ladies at their respective pageants. I want to see both in the top 5 at their respective pageants.
Date Posted:Saturday, March 08, 09:05:08pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
hey ttfan, I am not sure about what is faye's exact lineage. But she does look like she do have some asian ancestry. So, Anya may not be the first. Maybe the first rep. That looks more chinese/Fillipino etc...
Date Posted:Saturday, March 08, 10:10:48pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...actually has some Asian roots (Chinese maybe....not too sure which lineage) but she was basically seen by many as a black young lady with some Asian roots. I think "Black Chinese" was what she said someone referred to her once as.
Anya is by and large seen as primarily Asian/Indonesian/Fillipino even though her father is Chinese. Very exotic indeed. Can't wait to see her pics come mid-June.
Date Posted:Friday, March 07, 06:04:14pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I really have to say it again-I am very proud of our 2 reps. They are both very beautiful and accomplished young ladies. I am also extremely delighted that we are seeing such racial diversity in our reps. Finally we are physically showing to the world what we have been speaking about-the callalou that is T&T. To my knowledge Anya is the only Asian-looking rep we have ever had (and no I ain't talkin' indian descent-yuh all know what I mean). Her father is Chinese but she looks Fillipino or Indonesian depending on what type of make-up she had on. I hope PE&A are not only training our 2 reps but also their runner-ups. Makeda is such a fierce beauty-in my opinion, one who could go all the way! I hope she does some alot of modeling, gets comfortable onstage and does alot of reading and writing over the next year so that she can improve her interview skills and confidence onstage. Wonder if PR would ever crown a black MU in 2009?
Date Posted:Saturday, March 08, 08:20:26pm Author Host/IP: mail.icaboston.org/64.115.191.70
I was just thinking about Faye Alibocus, one of my personal favorites, I thought she had a very "Asian" look as well.
Date Posted:Monday, March 03, 07:26:36am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Hey Bagotech, do you have any videos from the pageant that you can post?. If you do. please do post it, thanks.
Trini77, just leave them alone. As is proven the orientation their minds seem to be very childish from their statements.
I read some more of what they had to say and I realise that thats just who and what they are. They are not very acceptive of social diversity and tend to try and be very insultive and disparaging to T&T because of the fact that T&T has such a diverse culture.
I am proud of you Trini77 and to all the others that dont stoop to their levels because I know so much can be said about them but you guys refuse to.You all are much wiser and as you said tend to think before speaking. So, let them go on with their continuous babblings and rudimentary ways.
Date Posted:Monday, March 03, 11:07:26am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Thank you PC for the advice. I don't plan to respond anymore. Thank God for this forum. To me it will always be home for us T&T fans. I wonder when we will start to see new pics of Anya and Gabrielle.
Date Posted:Monday, March 03, 04:29:00pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Hey Trini77, I hope we get to see some more pictures soon but I dont think we would be seeing much. Thats not until a little way into their there training. Maybe close to competition time. But, there are numerous past pictures of both girls. Gabriel especially has had so much experience and has done so much. I will say again I am so impressed with this girl. She is indeed very beautiful. She is going to be a huge favorite for the MW crown
Date Posted:Tuesday, March 04, 12:35:53pm Author Host/IP: cuscon34462.tstt.net.tt/190.58.13.192
Sorry, pageant critic, i really don't have any videos nor clips..hope I can help in some other way tho...
Date Posted:Wednesday, March 05, 08:04:26pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Thanks bagotech, I sure hope we get to see some soon. I was looking at some more from the finals and I am totlally amazed how transformed these girls were within one week. Each one was stunningly gorgeous. I know Anya and Gabriel must be in intense training right now. Cant wait to see more of them.
Date Posted:Saturday, March 01, 09:26:51pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I am so impressed already with the pictures and videos I have seen with T&T's two reps. I didnt know Gabriel has done so many things. Wow, she is gorgeous. Gabriel is going to rock at miss world.
I read some of the other post and in my opnion, both Gabriel and Anya were chosen for the pageant they are sutied for and I know both are going to be top contenders.
About the tattoo. I am not sure if it was or is real but if indeed it is real. That is something that can be removed. But, in my opinion I dont think it is real.
Trini77, what do you think of Gabriel's bio?. oh, and I had visited the forum and I did read the bashing being done. I guess that is what some people do when they are jealous. I dont know why it is some Jamaican's are so bent on bashing and degrading T&T's reps. No matter how deserving or beautiful T&T's reps. are they would try to find something to bring them down. I rarely read any kind of compliments from some of them. Anther question I have is why it is they are always comparing thmeselves with T&T's reps. They have talked about daniel's placement at MU saying Their rep was better than T&T's reps. and should of made it instead of daniel. Why can't they compare themselves to Puerto rico or so many other countries that beat them out every year?. Last time I checked T&T is no where close to jamaica. All these other countries that do better than they do every year are practically their next door neighbours. So, why do they always try to be so derogatory?. I was not even going to say anything about this matter but after your post Trini77 I decided to. dont waste your time with bothering to respond to these frivolous remarks by these folks.
Date Posted:Sunday, March 02, 09:52:18am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...I hope you get to see the pageant re-run this evening. I actually basically avoid as much as possible replying to the Jamaican posters because they are just plain combatitive and classless when they fight. It is just Mario really hit a new low when he started insuniating things about Anya and the gullible folks on the Missosology forum started to believe she must have done something really wrong-Missosology does not have alot of official members in my opinion but it does act like a feeder board to almost all national forums as you will hardly find a regular poster on a national forum who is not a member or visitor to Missosology. Mario is just lying but a number of people believe what he says like it it the bible. I actually had no idea what was taking place until people started emailing me about it-I am the "natioanl ambassador" on that forum and apparently some people on that forum that means you have a responsiblity to ensure only accurate info is being supplied about our reps.
I don't know but it seems that Trinis by and large tend to think about stuff and have a conscience when we post. You should see the mess that they spewing on Jamaican Star forum even ponging Valene based on the way she looked at the MT&TU/W08 finals-saying a bunch of curt stuff about how fat she is-apparently paying no heed that the woman who was QC last year spend 9 months preganat. I could have been very nasty on the Missosology forum if I wanted to because they have their own nonsense going on with the MJU08 pageant prelim screenings. However, I really don't want to sink to Mario's level-he just needs to be responsible for what he says but really you can't talk sense to a barbarian who is set in his ways . I just need to make people aware that there are always at least 2 sides to any story and I am not going to bend my back for anyone who is spewing a mess about our rep that is not true.
Mario is going to keep attacking Anya because he knows she is going to make it to the top 10 at the very least and she would not look out of place in the top 5 either. However, he is no fool-alot of people appreciate Gabrielle's look because it is more in tune with what the general public likes- light skin tone, caucasian features and straight hair- and he is not going to attack her much because he knows alot more people will tend to disagree but he still putting her down like he is the expert. Lol!
Anyways, all the best to Anya and Gabrielle with their training.
Date Posted:Monday, March 03, 06:38:30am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...Wendy's reign was over for years. Sarah spent 9 months of her reign pregnant. I don't care what they do after their reign but I hope it is something positive.
[> [> [> [> Subject: I love Wendy and she was a good rep but you call what she did especially at the Catholic girl school announcing her condition positive? She will always be MU 98 and her actions even years after still reflect on her and open her up for criticism like everyone else! Let's us take the high road and not resort to calling out flaws in others unless we can include our own. SO STOP! It is not necessary!
Date Posted:Tuesday, March 04, 01:34:29pm Author Host/IP: cuscon30972.tstt.net.tt/190.58.0.30
Mario has "ranks" on the missosology forum it seems. Last year during the Miss World period, he said that trinidad had alot of Indians but he used the "C" wordn, no one took him to task. When i responded saying the "c" word is just as bad as the "n" word I saw my thread up one minute and gone the next. There are some really immature people out there basically.
Date Posted:Monday, March 03, 08:55:15pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...did you see the pageant re-run. I did not see it but from what I saw of the live feed all the ladies looked fantastic. Hard to believe that it only took about one week to get them looking that good. I don't know who came up with the idea of having so few finalists but I really like it. I don't think it makes sense having 10-12 ladies when nearly half of them look like they don't have a chance for the crown. By picking only 7 the selection committee already made the field more competitive. I hope they keep this format at least for the next few years as it saves time, energy and money.
Oh and another thing, I loved Sasiya's response in the interview-this young lady has alot of personality-she must have some blessed friends yes!
Date Posted:Tuesday, March 04, 04:16:06am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I really do like sasiya as well. She does have potential I was not however able to view the pageant. I hope someone can post some videos of the pageant. I think though that all these ladies are going to have a chance to represent T&T at some point.
Date Posted:Tuesday, March 04, 06:18:47am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I think the person who runs the MT&T facebook page said that they will try to put video clips up soon of the final-I hope it is true.
Date Posted:Tuesday, March 04, 06:24:41am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...is probably more model potential than beauty queen potential (but ah could be wrong because the girl is beautiful) but what I love about her is that when she speaks you know that this girl is truly Trinidad and Tobago. This girl is just so sweet and forthright but her warm personality is what comes through the most. I love to hear her speak, it may not be the most articulate sentences you have hear but it is definitely the speech that embodies Trinidad and Tobago. Love her!
Date Posted:Sunday, March 02, 08:28:12pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I really have to say. That I just love all the girls that were in MT&T this year. I can see all of them represent T&T internationally and do very well. I was taking away with how amazing June Lightbourne looks. She reminds me a bit of The Margot type of beauty. sometimes a bit like Naomi campbell. I definitely would like to see her at an international competition. Makeda O'neil is also so stunning. She just needs to work some more on how she speaks and her body language/facial expressions.
Date Posted:Sunday, March 02, 09:16:07am Author Host/IP: cuscon34462.tstt.net.tt/190.58.13.192
Hey people, you have another chance to see the Miss T&T show tonight at 7:30pm right after the C Weekend News. Channels 9&13, Cable Channel 6 in Trinidad, Cable Channel 2 in Tobago.
Got Broadband? You can also see it online at www.ctntworld.com
Date Posted:Saturday, March 01, 06:55:30pm Author Host/IP: cuscon34462.tstt.net.tt/190.58.13.192
I got a chance to view the live pageant, and I must concur that we have 2 extremely strong and expereinced delegates. What stood out to me is that I was very much familiar with them before they entered the pageant and they have always stood out in the sphere of modeling...i usually read as opposed to post, nonetheless here are some photos I have garnered of the delegates from the past...with an attached biography of Gabrielle:
Anya
Gabrielle
Gabrielle's Bio
*LL Cool J featuring Lyfe Jennings /Music Video/Freeze /Featured Model / Hype Williams / Dec 2005
*LL Cool J featuring J Lo /Music Video/Control Myself/Featured Model / Hype Williams / Dec 2005
*Robin Thicke featuring Pharrell Williams /Music Video/Wanna Love You Girl / Female Lead / Hype Williams / Interscope Records / Aug 2005(http://www.robinthicke.com/watch/)
*Rupee/Tempted To Touch/Music Video/ Love Interest/ Hype Williams/Atlantic Records/Aug 2004 (http://www.thisisrupee.com/site/main.htm)
*Backlash/ Feature Film/ Co-star/ Triton North Star Productions/ Dave Chamidies/ June-July 2005(http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2008331/)
*The 40 40 Club Opening Atlantic City/ Red Carpet Costume Model/Oct 2005/http://the4040club.com/pics/slideshow.php?set_albumName=album24
*2005 International Miss Hawaiian Tropic Pagent / Miss Trinidad and Tobago /Top 20 Finalist/May 2005
*Match.com /Web Ad. /April 2007
*Heatherette /Show Room Model/ April 2007
"Three by FRIEL" /Play/HB Studio Productions /Magaret Mary Enright / Jim Boerlin / Aug 2007
And finally here is a link to the Robin Thicke music video featuring her. She is the lead female...very much present in the intro and end. Here is the link...enjoy: http://youtube.com/watch?v=V4KksFpPnRg
Date Posted:Sunday, March 02, 03:13:39pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Gabrielle has a very impressive bio. She is going to be one of the favs at MW08.
Date Posted:Saturday, March 01, 09:27:28am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158 http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=CkrKw8QQtqE
Can someone translate what Osmel says when he is asked why mostly white women win Miss Venezuela please?
Date Posted:Friday, February 29, 01:38:50pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...Be warned that the sh*t may hit the fan on the MU section of Missosology. You know who is insuniating negative things about our beautiful rep. Anya and I could not do anything anymore. I have replied because I just could not let this go on unchallenged. Please stay in the T&T section of the Missosology forum if you could. I am trying to be as professional as I can be but it is really acting on my last nerve.
Date Posted:Wednesday, February 27, 09:37:16pm Author Host/IP: NoHost/199.172.255.189
Hey guys! big up trini77 :P
i must say that i am pleased with the choices! (except maybe sassiya 4 top model) i would have actually switched the pageants and sent anya 2 miss world and gabrielle to miss universe but cant do anything about it...lol its interesting though that anya was chosen to go to vietnam. jus wondering if the fact that black delegates traditionally do well in asian countries and the fact that it is being held in an asian country is a factor!
i think anya will do well though, i didnt see the actual competition but from the pre pageant video, i would say that she needs to work on her walk/poses and be aware of her facial expressions..especially because miss universe is becoming more and more about body and looks and less and less about actual intelligence.
jus my thoughts...for now ;-)
Date Posted:Thursday, February 28, 12:59:12am Author Host/IP: cuscon53508.tstt.net.tt/190.58.88.38
a lot of people in the international arena is making a big issue about her tattoo, i hope it hurt her chances because it is quite large
Date Posted:Thursday, February 28, 06:24:11am Author Host/IP: lgc1343-qua-vlan-032.logic.bm/199.172.255.189
true babygirl. i 'm jus simply suggesting where she needs some work but i think with the time period she can do it. i looked back at the competition night photo, (btw...what kinda swimsuit was gabrielle wearing? that is really ugly!! ), and it seems that they covered it up with body makeup.
i'm not sure if it would hurt her chances...it could go either way, the judges could hate it or like it. we'll have to wait and see.
i was wondering something....how come in almost all the group photos, gabrielle was the middle girl and the stand out? think it was planned or jus coincidence? jus curious!
Date Posted:Thursday, February 28, 07:12:18am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Let me first reiterate and say I am very happy with the two choices- I think they chose the right lady. Now, let me say that Anya was by far the better choice in my opinion. Gabrielle stood out in photos because of her light skin and because she is basically white looking and well spoken. I don't know why people are asking if race had anything to do with the selection-HE*L NO! If we were sending Gabrielle-would you all be asking if race was an issue. The majority of the public is saying Gabrielle should be sent to MU but to be blatantly honest-I just don't see it. If Gabrielle was sent to MU08 I would be really nervous to see if she could scrape a top 15 finish-she probably would with PE&A's training but I could not see a top 5 finish-it would be a miracle in my opinion. Anya looked better in SS and gown and sounds very intelligent and confident-she beat Gabrielle and the other competitors overall probably but at the end of the day both titles are given equal weight. Gabrielle was defintely sent to the pageant that would complement her very well.
Just another note...to my knowledge Anya is 1/2 Chinese, 1/4 Indian and 1/4 black so which race yuh think win her the title? You all really ridiculous-Anya was freaking hot onstage and had a great interview-if it was race then every year only a darkie would be representing us because we all know PE&As have done their best work to date with dark skinned women.
Date Posted:Thursday, February 28, 03:19:02pm Author Host/IP: cuscon53508.tstt.net.tt/190.58.88.38
The fact of the matter is that at the finals the two chosen girls were the most articulate. I must admit that with anya's title I was afraid that we would have a Nasma scenario - ie the best of the night at the local competition but did not make an impression on the world stage due to what i believe is the inappreciation of varying beauty. However, she is already growing on me and I believe that she will do us proud.
Date Posted:Thursday, February 28, 10:45:48pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...I can't believe you even put dare compare Nasma to Anya. Everyone knew from the start Nasma was not going to make it to the finals. Anya is at least top 10 material in my opinion.
Date Posted:Friday, February 29, 01:38:35am Author Host/IP: cuscon53508.tstt.net.tt/190.58.88.38
however neither of these women fall into the ideology of eurocentric beauties and by extension - "black barie doll beauty or even asian barie doll beauty". Look at the features of the women that are labelled godesses and super beauty on the international forum, thay are preety much all the same . My point was simply that much of the world idealise a brand of beauty that is sold to them and once you do not fit into that mould, that's it you are literally degraded. My hope is just that this ignorance does not impact on anya as it did on nasma.
Date Posted:Friday, February 29, 06:53:20am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...I hate to hear those self professed know-it-alls who used those ridiculous labels-it is so disgusting to hear you know who, constantly use those terms on the missosology forum-I feel to throw up. YUCK! Every person has their right to say what they think is beautiful but at the end of the day T&T is know for competitors regardless of how beautiful the rest of the world thinks our reps. are. Anya is freaking hot in her coronation pics-Nasma in her coronation pics was just simply a mistake-Rhiana Vialva should have won that year.
Date Posted:Monday, February 25, 09:05:14pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I just saw a couple of pictures with Anya and Gabriel in swimsuit from the final night Anya looks really hot in her swimsuit, wow. She is going to Rock at MU.
Date Posted:Wednesday, February 27, 02:57:18am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
All the best to Anya. Can't wait for MU to start.
Date Posted:Monday, February 25, 04:10:20pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Please View and post your own photos of Anya at the T&T Missosology forum.
Thread link: http://missosology.phpbb3now.com/viewtopic.php?f=244&t=3922
Please only post really good pics of our rep. We really want to have only good pics of her so we can at least make her one of those to look out for prior to her arrival in Vietnam. Thank you!
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 05:59:18pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
MISS TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO UNIVERSE 2008-ANYA AYOUNG-CHEE
MISS TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO WORLD 2008-GABRIEL WALCOTT
ADDITIONAL PLACEMENTS:
MT&TU08 1st runner-up: June Lightbourne
MT&TW08 1st runner-up: Makeda O'Neil
Miss Model: Sasiya Albert
People's Choice (chosen by text votes): Gabriel Walcott
Congrats to all 7 finalists on a fantastic job. I look forward to supporting Anya and Gabriel at their respective pageants over the course of this pageant year.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 06:10:01pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Congrats to Peter Elias and Associates and the TDC for a fantastic job and for ctntworld.com for the live broadcast. I missed the SS competition and only got to see the stream just as the EG segment was about to start but all 7 ladies looked simply beautiful. I totally agree with the results. Anya will do very well at MU in Vietnam come July 2008-she exudes great sex appeal and confidence-a winning combination. Gabriel Walcott was definitely a better fit for MW. She will also be a favorite for the semis of that competition. She has a good amount of time to whip that body into BB shape and she is very eloquent.
The first-runners up are also very good. The big stunner of the night for me was Makeda followed by Anya but Makeda needs alot of work-hopefully Makeda reads alot more, gets more comfortable onstage and in interviews over the course of this year and then comes back fierce next year where she can take it all. June is also beautiful but needs alot of improvement in interviews (just like Makeda) and needs to hit the gym. The top 4 beauties made it in my opinion. Hats off to the judges-we need to crown winners who can impress at the interantional level and we did. I can't wait to see how Anya and Gabriel progress in their development programs and I hope we send another representative to Miss Caricom to follow up on Katrina's phenomenal performance.
All 7 ladies looked georgeous. What a fantastic batch of young ladies. Congrats also to the prelim screening committee for seeing the potential of these young ladies.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 06:18:23pm Author Host/IP: NoHost/190.213.50.194
I guess I was wrong......my consolation is that Gabby will still be eligible for future MU competitions....
I have just two issues....given the level of the competition and the event being viewed internationally why were some of the girls wearing those awful shoes during the evening gown segment? comeon....black pumps with a red dress? not at this stage....
And why so many different styles of swimwear? Those suits work in a fashion show but how do they allow for proper assesment of physique and fitness?
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 06:54:37pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...I don't think you were really wrong-Gabby did win MT&TW08 and I think she is going to do really well at that pageant. She is very well-spoken, intelligent and knows how to connect well with the camera.
Date Posted:Monday, February 25, 03:15:37pm Author Host/IP: cuscon31557.tstt.net.tt/190.58.2.103
Watching the show last night, I was quite delighted when they picked Anya and Gabriel. I think the interview portion sealed it for these two beauties. Congratulations!
Date Posted:Monday, February 25, 12:46:45pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
So, now that there is 2 stunners represent T&T. Are you still disappointed at not seeing Katrina screened?.
I actually, think these ladies are just as beautful or in some cases more stunning than her.
I am not sure if she would passed the top ten at the screening even if she did screen. I saw a couple girls there that were in the finals when Valene won but didnt make it past the top 10 either.
Katrina has alot of work to do. Like lose some weight. I know she wasnt eligible because she had her commitments with Miss Caricom. So, hopefully next year if she does screen she would be totally ready.
I was thinking why Keisha Quash didnt screen. I remember her saying she would keep trying. i hope she re-enters soon.
Well, I cant wait to see out new gorgeous girls after their progress over the next months. I think T&T is going
to be very close to the crown again this year.
Date Posted:Monday, February 25, 01:11:27pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...but I hope Makeda and Katrina re-enter next year. Makeda would do well at MU and Katrina-I like her for MW. Maybe Kesha has other commitments and that is why she is no longer interested in the MT&T (well at least for this year). I wonder who will be T&T's rep to Miss Caricom 2008?
Date Posted:Monday, February 25, 12:28:50pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Hey Trini77, It would be nice to see some pictures and if possible videos of the night. it seems as though makeda and June looked good as well.
I still like Priya's look, there is something about this girl that makes her very unique. I sure hope she keeps trying and probably work on her figure some more.Especially her legs. I think if given the chance she will do very well. I would hate to see her beauty go to watse. Another person that can do very well at miss universe is Makeda. A little more gym work and some training in how to deliver her answers properly. she would do great.
I would also like to see June represent T&T internationally.
I Really like Gabriel's look. She is indeed a beautiful woman. She will be a top contender in the Ukraine.
Anya has such a refreshing look to her. Very exotic and sexy. She is going to be another top contender. She may not have been my first choice initially but I see why she won.
There was some real stunners at MT&T and I would like to see all of them internationally.
Date Posted:Monday, February 25, 01:20:24pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Makeda and Anya were the 2 stunners (beautywise). Gabrielle will do well at MW08 but she is one of those few MT&TW in recent years that I would not like to see at MU simply because we have more beautiful women. Everyone has their preferences and this is just mine. It is good to see though that we all like our 2 reps for 2008.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 08:55:08pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I must say I am really pleased with the out come of the finals. I have no doubt in my mind that we have a couple of top contenders for the MU and MW crowns.
Sorry, I couldnt watch the pageant tonight Trini77. Does anyone have the videos?. if so, please post it.
I saw on other forums they are already saying anya is in the top 5 of MU. I can't wait to see more of our gorgeous reps.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 09:51:00pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...I am so disappointed to hear that you could not see the pageant online. I had to try 4 different computers at 3 different locations to find one that actually picked up the stream and so I only saw from just before the EG competiton began. Anya looked so sexy and Makeda-was WOW!-but fell flat on her face in the interview segment. This was definitely a very successful pageant-we have, as you already pointed out, 2 really strong reps and Makeda looks like she could be a fantastic future MT&T if given proper training. June also looks very promising. I really do hope vids of the pageant become available online though and thank you to ctntworld (I am not too sure what the television station is called-I think C TV) for the MT&T info on their website and for starting the facebook MT&T site. They are both fantastic.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 03:43:23pm Author Host/IP: c-24-218-244-23.hsd1.ma.comcast.net/24.218.244.23
Allyuh. The show is live from CNMG www.ctntworld.com.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 12:03:22pm Author Host/IP: NoHost/209.94.203.120
Trini77 u babble too much sometimes i think u don't know when to zip it, u sound like u always know ...when u really don't....gezzz
on a lighter note i want to wish Gabrielle all the best tonite...u are indeed a winner to either competitions....!!!
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 03:21:51pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
If you are only on here to post crap about me then you are really ridiculous. Everyone is posting their favorites so why can't I. Where the hell were you all this time when it was like only myself on the forum making posts for what seemed like a very long time. I am fed up of you ungrateful, malicious supposed "Trinis" who like to attack and post crap when pageant time comes around but you are really sinking to the bottom of the barrel by attacking my me. All 7 of the women are fantastic-who knows who would win? You came here to support your delegate but have a problem with my posts. When the forum was full of smut links you have no problem but when I make repeated posts, praising the pageant comany, the beautiful girsl and basically saying I can't make my mind up but I like Makeda you have a freakin' problem. YOU JUST FULL OF ROTTEN SHI#. Like Sasiya said, any true Trini would appreciate a person's love of their country. I have been supporting reps for so long. Where were you these past years? Where the heck did I attack anyone's choices? You really came here to support Gabriel or attack me because you placed more importance on mentioning me first.
P.S. John if this post is too offensive please delete it. I am just fed up of investing time and energy into supporting reps. continuously and then these fly by night "fans" always turn up to spew a mess.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 09:51:04am Author Host/IP: NoHost/190.213.50.194
So today is the pageant and I`ve looked at the videos....heard the interviews and seen as many photos as I can withn the past week,as it stands I believe that GABRIELLE WALCOTT would be the best choice for Ms.T&TU08...and here's why?:
1. The girl has stage presence...have you really paid attention to the way she draws u in with her eyes?
2. Her voice: Jesus!!! it's the way I have wanted to hear a representative from our country speak for years..re:(Lara Dutta MU00 and Miss India 1999 Gul Panag)...she's eloquent,composed and beautiful and appears natural in front of the camera.
3. She is the most prepared....when a girl is chosen she should bring as much as possible to the table and this girl does that....have you seen her bio? This is the first delegate I have seen at the preliminary level that can be sent to MU at a moment's notice and have all confidence that she will be acknowledged as an "A" class competitor.
In closing I wish to state I am not one to follow hype...from my analysis she IS the best pick....she appears to have a perfect understanding of stage and performance dynamics coupled with eloquence,poise and beauty....what more could be requested?
I wish all the delegates good luck...but I hope that this young lady would not be wasted at MW08 or not even place...she is waaaaaaaaay ahead....
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 03:24:20pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
She does seem to know how to work the camera and comes off as confident, charming and intelligent.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 09:32:44am Author Host/IP: cuscon2557.tstt.net.tt/209.94.211.125
I do can thinks so, what are doing for miss trinidad and tobago universe and world 2008!
Who will be winner the crown then list of names are:
Miss Universe hope Gabrielle Walcott, Makeda O'Neil,
Anya Ayoung-Chee, maybe so be Sasiya Albert?
Miss World hope Priya Chanderbally, June Lightbourne and I can tell be maybe for kerry Ann Murphy?
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 09:24:31pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Well, we have had the chance to see all the girls on pictures and videos. I know alot of people have their favorites. As for me, I will have to say that I have no out right favorite delegate. This group of ladies are all so beautiful. Each has something different about them that sets them apart. I wish the winners the best. I can't wait to see them.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 24, 03:27:13pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Hey PC, I am not too sure I will be able to see the stream-can you or someone please post the results so that I can update the Missosology forum-Thanks a bunch.
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 05:59:24pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
The best interviews were by Anya, Gabriel, Makeda, Priya, Sasiya. Makeda sounds very rehearsed-I think it is very good that she thought about the questions and how she would answer them before she got to the interview but the delivery-however, this girl could do really well at MU-she needs to grow the hair out and come back in a year or 2. Sasiya sounded so real-loved the interview. Kerry Ann had the most energy but both Kerry Ann and June did not come off as prepared for the interviews. If interviews are going to be the deciding factor-Anya and Gabriel top the field-I love Makeda though-she looks like a MU top 10/5 finalist.
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 06:13:01pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
O.K. so all the ladies are just so georgeous. Done anyone know if all 7 are going to different pageants? Nevertheless, this is my final pick going into tomorrow:
Top 3: Anya, Gabriel, Gabriel
MT&TU2008- Anya Ayong-Achee or Makeda O'Neil (if she comes off as natural in the interview)
MT&TW2008- Gabriel Walcott
I have to confess that if Anya was eligible for a future MT&T then Makeda would be my outright pick for MU08.
Now that I have said what I want to happen now I have to say what I expect to happen tomorrow:
MT&TU08-Gabriel
MT&TW08-Makeda
Beautywise, I think June would also be a good fit for MW.
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 06:14:14pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...I meant "My picks"-don't know what ah did with the "k" in my previous post. Lol!
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 09:19:10pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I think Peter has found another Danielle Jones-u all know I am talking about Makeda! Makeda for MU, Gabby for MW, and Priya or June for 1st runner up. Only Anya could pull a big upset.
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 01:28:36pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
A hearty thank you to our outgoing queen and our current Queen of the Carribean 2007. You represented T&T splendidly on the world stage. All the best on your educational pursuits at Parsons and we hope to see you in a couple of years :) [Althought I might see you before that on the NYC subway if I am forutnate enough. Lol!]
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 01:03:54pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
So ah just re-learnt how to text message and I was a bit surprised for who I voted for-Anya-yes ah know, the guyl growin' on meh yes. Thanks again for all the visitors to T&TMissosology forum. Ah was in shock when ah fellow T&T national thanked me for the stuff I am doing on the website-Shocked yes, because as we all know Trinis tend to be fast to pong and last to praise. Look at all the fantastic work that Peter, Adrian and Alyson have been doing for years yet for MU07 we could not get one black cent. Anyways, it nice to know that there are still some good quality people out there in T&T.
All the best to the 7 wonderful ladies. They are all very beautiful! Not a single one of them is average-they all bring something very unique and special to this pageant. Congratulations to Peter, Adrian, Alyson, Calvin and the other MT&T support staff-you all have done a wonderful job-all in about a week. The only critical thing ah could say, is prepare for 200 women to screen next year or do 2 days of screenings as I have been told that some women left because of the long wait in line. Anyways, PE&A can't be blamed, after all 70 ladies was a really good turnout before and they got over 150-blame it on the phenomenal job that they are doing that is really earning the respect of young women all over the nation. CONGRATS! CONGRATS! CONGRATS! All the best to PE&A for the global online broadcast of the Miss Trinidad and Tobago 2008 Pageant. Cheers!
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 06:18:30pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Well Priya really surprised me-she had the best individual shot. All 7 of the ladies are beautiful and this pic just shows their potential. Gabriel is however no longer my pic for MU08 at all. All 7 ladies really delivered in the official shoot and anyone can win. Overall, this batch of ladies is stronger than the batch of finalists at MT&TW07-the only question is whether the eventual winners will be as fierce as the glamazons Valene and Katrina.
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 12:28:43pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...looks totally indian in all her official photos-no, I'm not crazy-I just have quite a number of very light-skinned indian relatives. Don't worry I am of a darker hue so my chocolately-goodness still airtight! LOL!
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 12:32:09pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I posted the group pic in the Brazil forum and someone commented that they look like the Pussycat dolls from T&T. The very accomplished young ladies do look freakin' hot.
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 05:26:26am Author Host/IP: lgc1343-qua-vlan-032.logic.bm/199.172.255.189
hello people!! u guys missed me? lol. big up to everyone of u guys. i'm back for a while..hopefully ;-) so i'll post while i can. i just looked at the pics and vids and my choices are priya and gabrielle
Gabrielle has a miss universe look, sounds intelligent, moves like a latina delegate ( a good thing). i think she has the most potential to win the crown out of all of the girls. her official pic is not the best though but that could be worked on. couple weeks in the gym and the body will be top competition form! thats my winner there!
Priya is more suited to miss world. i dont think she can win it but i think she can do well. she knows how to move and pose. too much makeup though..tone it down. nice official pic. definitely makes her stand out!
june is nice also but her speech needs some work. she can do well in a regional pageant though!
just my thoughts. interested to see what u guys think!
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 05:28:49am Author Host/IP: lgc1343-qua-vlan-032.logic.bm/199.172.255.189
makeda is okay, she sounds very rehearsed though!!
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 09:53:41am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...welcome back-is almost like Christmas-all the family gettin' together. Now where is C is Miles? Lol!
Anyways, my top two are Makeda (MU) and Gabriel (MW). I don't know but sometimes Priya's shoulders look a bit narrow for me. I think Priya looks better with the heavy make-up though. Anya and June also look good. If Anya goes to MU or Gabriel, I would still be happy. June needs to lose like 20 lbs (she's slim but not pageant thin yet) but she is a better fit for MW. Anwyays, the pics from the final will be the real tell-tale sign.
Ah out for now but so good to see you back on the forum Maximus.
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 11:22:49pm Author Host/IP: pool-71-249-102-212.nycmny.east.verizon.net/71.249.102.212
Anya By Far is the most striking out of all...she will definitly do well @ MU
Date Posted:Saturday, February 23, 09:56:03am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...Miss HOTNESS because she looks like she is burning up the group pic. She has georgeous features.
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 08:36:23pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I am glad to see you found the pictures Trini77. About ctntworld.com, I believe they are probably updating the site. Keep checking it. I know these girls are going to do very well at their respective pageants.
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 09:19:41pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...the MT&TU/W08 prelim gallery at Triniscene has been removed-I can't find it anywhere. I am a little happy though that it was removed. I don't think a gallery of all the girls who screened is appropriate considering how easy it is to find stuff on the internet...a number of the girls who did not make it were really out of shape and we all know how certain people like to pong. Hopefully, next year the gallery at Triniscene will feature the top 15 or 10 girls and then the finalists. I am so happy that there is going to be a stream of the pageant available on the T&T section of Missosology-ah was wonderin' if they even knew it existed apart from Val's gallery at MW07. Now ah know how ah shiny shillin' feel like. Lol!
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 07:46:44am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Hey Trini77. I believe it would be shown online on www.ctntworld.com, Check the site out they have pictures of the girls from calvin french on there too along with allthe information as to the time it would be shown online. There is alos a viewers choice this year. Tell me what you think
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 09:46:47am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I am unable to see video and I have no idea where the pics are at. The page keeps reloading as the Carnival 2008 page. I have Safari-don't know if that is the problem. I know the video requires Internet Explorer.
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 02:06:36pm Author Host/IP: cuscon32482.tstt.net.tt/190.58.6.4
How to navigate thru Ctntworld? I am getting carnival 2008 also. how do you move on to access the pics?
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 05:47:29pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
The pageant will be streamed live and the official pics are up.
Link:http://missosology.phpbb3now.com/viewtopic.php?f=244&t=3795
I am very busy (I'm in research) so even thought I post here, my responsiblity lies with the MT&T Missosology forum where I am responsible for that section. Keep checking in on the Missosology site for updates/photos etc. I don't always have time to keep posting on Missosology, T&TU forum and pinoyexchange-I post in Missosology if time is limited. Cheers.
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 07:08:34pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Forgot to mention, I found the pics at facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Miss-Trinidad-Tobago/8468412923
Sorry-I was preoccupied posting on other websites.
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 02:19:36pm Author Host/IP: modemcable210.87-58-74.mc.videotron.ca/74.58.87.210
tnt has beautiful women for pagents all the girls are great .i think this year each will do great if given the task wow lovely go tnt go
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 04:04:11pm Author Host/IP: modemcable210.87-58-74.mc.videotron.ca/74.58.87.210
can anyone post the pics i can t find then .tnk you very much .yes i come in forum and read up to dates and whats going on with tnt beauties , now i thought i should join in i give some of my opions as well , its good to know people watching and taking whats going on .well you guys will be seing me more if thats ok : and don t forget those pics pl tnka again
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 06:20:58am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Wow, I am now confused. I dont know who I want to win. All the girls look stunning especially after their styling. I had gabriel as the my front runner for the MU title but after being able to see better pictures. she is not. June, Makeda Priya, sasiy,Kerr-ann,Anya are all so beautifull. I can say I will be satisfied with whoever wins. I think June, sasiya, Makeda, kerry-ann and anya can do very well at MU. I really think Priya can do a good job at MW.
Trini77, you seem to want to favor gabriel inyour post. But, personally I dont think she is more beautiful than the other girls. Actually, I think June, Makeda, Kerry-ann, Sasiya and Anya can dobetter than her at MU.I am liking her more now for MW.
I am thrilled so see that they going to broadcast the show online.
Hey Trini77, did you see the pictures that Calvin French took of the girls. they are amazing all of the girls and just gorgeous.
I have no clear cut favorite as I said I will be pleased with any of them representing us.
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 06:46:05am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...Makeda going to MU08 would be a fantastic choice and Anya looks like she has good potential. I only made the comment about Gabriel because in nearly all her pics from the screening she seems to be conscious of where the camera is and she tends to look dead on. (Look at the pics from the MT&T screening on triniscene). Gabriel is not the clear favorite anymore-neither is June. If Anya and Makeda win I will be happy. I am still not seeing it with Priya and Kerry-Ann just looks fat when you place her onstage with the other delegates. She needs to loose some serious weight. I no longer like Sasiya as I did before but I would place her 5th. I have no idea about the pics that Calvin French did-are they available online?
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 06:48:44am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Oh gorm PC, like yuh forget I eh livin' in T'dad or what. All yuh have all the info easily accessible.
Date Posted:Friday, February 22, 12:12:41am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Hands down-Anya, Gabriel, June and Makeda. Gabriel seems to have alot of experience being in front of the camera as she seems to project very well in most of her photos.
My personal notes:
Best Hair-Priya
Best Skin-Sasiya
Best Legs- Gabriel or Makeda
Best SS- Makeda, Gabriel or Anya.
Date Posted:Monday, February 18, 05:46:14pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
The only pic I have found of her is where Jenna is handing over the crown to her (June assumed the title when the winner was removed) but she looks well..fat so I am not posting this on the Missosology website. Additionally, I believe June was a finalist at Synergy's supermodel competition (2006/1st edition) but from the pics available I cannot differentiate her from the female competitors.
Date Posted:Monday, February 18, 10:27:32pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
There are really no clear favorites with the exception of Gabriel.
Let's see if this will turn out to be the case -Gabriel is MT&TU08 and June is MT&TW08.
Date Posted:Thursday, February 21, 11:49:18pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Anya on the front page...my top 3 picks for MU is Anya, Gabriel and Makeda.
Check out the gallery at triniscene or on the Missosology website to see additional pics from the preliminary screening.
Date Posted:Monday, February 18, 08:34:00am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I just saw the Pictures. Wow, these women are Beautiful. I think the girls really showcase the diverse cultures in T&T. My top four choices are. Gabriel, Priya, Anya and June. I really want to see either priya or anya at miss world. the battle for the miss universe position is going to be between Gabriel, June and maybe Sasiya.
hey Trini77, not hearing much from you. Whats your choices?.
Date Posted:Monday, February 18, 12:11:59pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...I don't really know what to make of the young ladies. In the pic from Newsday Gabriel, Makeida and Anya look the best. I hope the judges make the right decisions on 24th Feb. The real contenders in my own opinion are only really clear when they all get on stage on 24th-on a level playing field. I see no Katrinas or Valenes in this group but this is the pic from the long screening process. As for now though Gabriel seems to be on most people's favs but I personally prefer Daniel Jones' body type than Gabriel's...LET'S HOPE THEY KEEP RELEASING PICS OF THE YOUNG LADIES over the next few days. Oh gorm, ah suddenly missing the one day screening and crowning process. Lol!
Anyways, this year we are getting what we want-2 fresh faces for MU and MW.
Date Posted:Monday, February 18, 12:42:39pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...if Anya does not win MT&TU then that's it for her. She is 26 years old and not eligible for MW08.
All these young ladies need a tremendous amount of grooming. It looks like Gabriel will be MT&T2008 unless she screws up the one-week interview process (that is basically what this one week is in my opinion). I don't know which pageant yet but MU08 most likely.
Date Posted:Wednesday, February 20, 10:58:32am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
She will be a favorite on Sunday. She reminds me a little of Danielle Jones. Gabriel will have her work cut out for herself if she plans to be MT&TU08 come Sunday. Makeda sounds very accomplished and articulate and she has a lovely body. I would prefer Makeda with longer hair and better make-up though.
Article source: Newsday Newspapers
‘I want to prove my worth’
By VERDEL BISHOP Wednesday, February 20 2008
“I ENTERED this competition to prove that it’s not just about the way I look. I decided that I was going to challenge myself to prove my worth,” says Miss TT finalist Mekeda O’Neil, whose dream is to be crowned TT’s third Miss Universe.
She took an important step towards realising that dream on Sunday when she was selected in the final seven for the competition. O’Neil and the other finalists are undergoing rigorous training this week in preparation for next Sunday when this country’s delegates to the Miss Universe and Miss World Pageants are selected.
Commenting on her venture into the world of beauty pageants, the statuesque beauty admits: “This is a first for me. A lot of the girls seem experienced. That makes me a bit nervous but its motivating me to push myself, so I’m going to challenge myself.”
O’Neil said when she was younger, she never thought much of beauty contests. However, these days she is very comfortable with the whole “beauty queen” idea.
“People always told me that maybe I should go up for competitions such as this. Before, I had a hard time accepting myself, but not anymore. I told myself that I already feel accomplished in my academics and the way I look, so I should move on and try to accomplish something else and that’s when I decided to enter the competition,” says O’Neil.
“There are a lot of people who believe beauty pageants are just about outer beauty.
“I’ve always observed people like Wendy Fitzwilliam and others before her and I know that they are also beautiful on the inside. A persons’s personality and what motivates a person say a lot about that person.”
O’Neil, who has a degree in English Literature and Education from the University of the West Indies (UWI), currently works as an administrative assistant at the Urban Development Corporation of Trinidad and Tobago (UDeCOTT).
Among her interests, she reveals, is make-up.
“I’m passionate about make-up artistry. I did my own make-up for the pageant screening. I’m a make-up artist by night and an admin assistant by day,” she says laughingly.
However, she has a special interest in teaching.
“While I was at school, I volunteered to assist children at the Autistic Society in Tacarigua on Saturdays and at St Mary’s Children ‘s Home. I like dealing with children and education, and I’m looking forward to volunteering my time with those institutions.”
O’Neil says she is looking forward to the rigourous training that comes with representing this country on an international stage.
“I have the support and I’ll do my best. I wish all the girls good luck. I believe we each stand a good chance. Whoever wins would be a good representation of TT.
Date Posted:Wednesday, February 20, 03:04:35pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I can see Makeda in the top 10 of Miss Universe. However, Vietnam is the host and Asian host are notorious for not placing black beauties in the semis.
Date Posted:Wednesday, February 20, 08:58:33am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Oh, not at all. I am not trying to get you to say that. We just happen to have a slightly different view on this particular situation.
I enjoy reading your points of view and its a good thing that each person can share their views and post their opinions.
Anyway, I cant wait for sunday. I really hope the best girls gets chosen. oh, and you are right on the fact that not all of them may be sutied for the different pageants like MU etc. But, I am sure Peter and Comp. has a plan and each girls will be sent to the pageant they fit best.
Date Posted:Wednesday, February 20, 06:12:52am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Well, dont you think, seeing that they are the preliminary judges they would be looking for the best possible candidates?. I dont think Peter and his associates will chose just anyone knowing that they wont have the final say on who will win.
Cheryl was a beautiful women and peter saw her potential. She would of done well at Miss Universe if she had only followed her training the way she should.
But, I am really feeling June. She just needs to lose some weight. I think she can. Actually, if she can lose the weight I prefer her over Gabriel.
Date Posted:Wednesday, February 20, 07:01:58am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...you are tying to get me to say you are right and I am wrong. Last time I checked we liked the same 2-June and Gabriel. Additionally, not all 7 ladies have to be int'al material-only the two winners and if we are lucky another potential for a future pageant will also be a runner-up. Just because they all made top 7 in the screenings does not mean all 7 are "it". Lol!
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 19, 08:46:05pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
I agree with you, Remember that these pictures. were taken at the screening. June is indeed beautiful. Just needs to lose some weight. I think she can if she wins. Dont you agree?. I kind of disagree with you when it comes to priya. This young lady has amazing bone structure and among the delegates she may have one of or the best body. She is very educated too. I think if she wins either title she would do a great job.
On the Nasma issue, while peter was part of the grooming team he or his associates didnt have anything in picking the winner(s) that year to my knowledge. So, no matter how much they did with her the outcome may not of changed.
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 19, 11:31:49pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...is the queen maker and not the pageant rigger. Yes, Peter knows who can make it or not but let's be conscious of the fact that Peter is only the preliminary judge. The judges from the final are told by all 3 co-franchise holders what they are looking for. Peter, Adrian nor Alyson does not say "This one is MT&TU" etc. If that was the case then Kenisha Thom would have been Miss T&T Universe 2005 and "big belly" Cheryl would have never had the chance to do the nonsense she did for 4 months before being formally detroned. Everyone has their likes and dislikes. The only one of the 7 that I have not seen a clear body shot of is Anya. From her waistline down though she has that svelte, curvaceous body that I prefer for our reps.- she can pull a surprise MT&TU08 win. So for me top 4: Gabriel, June, Anya and Makeda.
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 19, 08:37:57am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Ok, I have done some further consideration of the delegates. My choices have chnaged slightly. I now have June as one of my favorites for the miss world title along with Priya.My numberone pick for MU is Gabriel. i think she has the best chnace among all of the other delegates. Interesting to note is the fact that she competed in the hawiian tropics contest and placed among the top ten. Makeda closely follows these 3 ladies. I would of liked to add sasiya but I dont think she is as beautiful as the other girls. she has hight and her body isnt to bad, but thats it. I could be proven wrong because i havent seen much pictures of the girls yet. But these are my updated choices for today.
Trini77, you dont see to be refelecting alot of optimism. I will reiterate, remember Peter and Comp. are professionals at this. They know what they are doing. You should look back at the work they have done. As I have said, there were alot of past delegates that people didnt like but they prove to be top contenders and huge favorites at thier respective pageants.
In my opinion, I think we do have some really good contenders for the crowns. I wait with bated breath to see who will winn this sunday.
oh, I took Anya of from my list because i dont think she can win the MU title and she is to old for MW.
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 19, 06:00:05pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
..ah did not mean to sound pessimistic but based on my personal experience the final night pics are the ones that are the most telling. I remember Kenisha at MT&T04-prior to the final, the number of pics that I personally found her very beautiful in could be counted on one hand but on final night she was the most radiant-even Cheryl was not as good. I have been following this pageant thing for years-trust me when I say I know what Peter & Associates are capable of but as Adrian said, "no one girl has it all." They still have to get the right girl with real potential if they expect to place. Like yuh forget Nasma was styled by Peter but we all knew before she ever left our shores she was not going to place. We have the right team to train the girls but oh gorm man, we still need the right young ladies. Gabriel stands out-we all agree on that. June is beautiful but needs to slim down the waist line (yes she is slim already but her body could be more competitive looking). Priya looks beautiful but I don't think she could impress at MW or MU. She could probably make MW beach beauty but I can't see her in the finals and at the end of the day we could miss every fast-track event but the only thing that matters is the finals. I think all the girls have potential, Makeda (hope I spelt it right) also looks good but at the end of the day we really don't have a whole bunch of pics to make a really informed decision.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 17, 08:56:01pm Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Wow, I am tottally blown away at the beauty of these girls. I still would like to see better pictures of them. I am not sure just yet whom I would like to win. But, so far I would like to see Priya at Miss world or Anya and Sasiya, Gabriel, June, Makeda and Kerry-ann at Miss Universe.
Hey Trini77, I think we may have some winners in the bunch. I am not surprised or disappointed with not seeing keisha or Katrina there. While they are stunning women. These ladies are equally as stunning. I anxious to see the winners come the 24th.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 17, 09:44:30pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
The Trinidad Express just updated its front page with a bigger pic of the MT&T 2008 finalists.
June is also growing on me but she needs to lose like 15-20 lbs. I was never a big fan of Priya but she looks freakin' hot here. Ms. Albert has a good body but she would probably need some dental work and and Peter to figure out what should be done with the hair-it looks like a disaster.
Date Posted:Monday, February 18, 03:10:00am Author Host/IP: NoHost/190.213.33.113
Ok....so this is the bunch....not feeling them too much.....I know its early in the game and given the delegates already selected for Miss Universe 08 we need a strong representative...clearly the beauty of the pic is front and center (cautious where the body is concerned) but I'll wait to see more pictures....but so far Gabriel is waaaay ahead....
I know this is a first look and a girl can be molded and trained etc but to be ready in a few months and to go up against Dayana(Ms. Venezuela)and Ingrid (Ms. Puerto Rico)we need a stunner....
Date Posted:Monday, February 18, 06:53:50am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Guys, Remember this is only just one picture we have seen of the bunch so far. Remember Peter and company are experts at this. They know whom they chose and who may have the most success at the respective pageants.
I remember alot of people didnt like some of the past delegates, like Kenisha Thom example. And after her transfomation she was breathtaking. I see alot of potential in these girls. I think we have some winners here. so far, after looking at this one picture again. I would like for Priya to represent us at Miss world and Gabriel at miss universe. But, I am still waiting to see more pics of the other girls first before I make definite my choices.
I like Sasiya but I am not sure yet about her either. June looks good and I am curious to see more of Kerry-ann and Makeda.
Date Posted:Monday, February 18, 04:49:14am Author Host/IP: cuscon30415.tstt.net.tt/201.238.125.236
I really don't like the girls that were choosen, but I am no expert and I wasn't there at the show. I do hope that Gabriel Walcott goes to Miss Universse though (base on the photos).
Date Posted:Sunday, February 17, 07:29:51pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Trinidad Express (18th Feb 2008)
Seven chosen after Miss T&T screening
Camille Bethel cbethel@trinidadexpress.com
Magnificent 7: Miss Trinidad and Tobago hopefuls strike a pose following the Miss Universe and Miss World screening session at the Zen nightclub, Keate Street, Port of Spain, yesterday. The pageants are to take place in Vietnam and Ukraine later this year. From left are Sasiya Albert, Anya Ayoung-Chee, Priya Chanderbally, Gabriel Walcott, June Lightbourne, Makeda O'Neil and Kerry-Ann Murphy. -Photo: DEXTER PHILIP
Scores of women, between the ages of 18 and 26, turned up at the Zen night club on Keate Street in Port of Spain, yesterday, hoping for a chance to represent Trinidad and Tobago at the Miss Universe pageant to be held in Vietnam on July 15, and the Miss World pageant in Ukraine later in October.
In a telephone interview after the four-hour screening session, queen maker Peter Elias, who described the experience as wonderful, said they only printed 120 tickets but there were more women than tickets at the venue yesterday.
"We only screened 120 of them but eventually seven of them were chosen. All of them came from different parts of the country so we had a very good mix. But I think the seven finalists chosen are all strong."
The seven women chosen are: Makeda O'Neil, 23, Sasiya Albert, 22, Kerry Ann Murphy, 19, Priya Chanderbally, 24, June Lightbourne, 23, Anya Ayoung-Chee, 26, and Gabriel Walcott, 23.
The girls were screened by fashion photographer Calvin French, make-up artist Sandra Hordatt, stage performance specialist Alyson Brown, hair stylist Ashvin Bally, personality development specialist Adrian Raymond and Elias.
Raymond said the elimination process was difficult because of the high calibre of the candidates screened.
"It was heart-breaking to send some of the girls home. Every year I am amazed because they are not just beautiful but they are accomplished and ambitious. Everybody is furthering their studies beyond secondary school which says something about our culture and the desire to do more."
He added that the more accomplished the women are the better their chances were at being chosen.
The final show will be held on February 24, where two of the seven will be chosen to represent Trinidad and Tobago at the two international competitions.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 17, 07:44:47pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...but they all look simply georgeous. Sasiya is the one with the MU look in this pic but she is going to need a trememdous amount of grooming. She has great height, georgeous skin tone and fantastic cleavage (yes I said it). I believe she competed in Miss City of POS in 2006. Ms Walcott also looks good.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 17, 07:59:36pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...ah think I alread make up meh mind Ms. Gabriel Walcott and Ms. Sasiya Albert are the ones to beat. Sasiya reminds me of Wendy while someone on the pinoyexchange pageant thread has alread commented that Gabriel looks like Miss Venezuela Universe 2007-did not realise it until she mentioned it.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 17, 10:21:28pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
120+ ladies-I think this is one of the biggest turn outs for a screening-maybe the screening for MT&TU1998 was this big after Margot's 3rd place in MU1997. Oh gorm Adrian, ah hope yuh did not send the next MU home because she arrived after the first 120 ladies. Speaking as someone who lived in the SE of Trinidad-it takes a freakin' long time to travel to POS especially if one is living in the rural areas. I think they should really take this into consideration-hopefully next year they plan ahead for at least 200.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 17, 10:42:22pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
both June and Sasiya were finalists at Synergy's first supermodel search.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 17, 09:09:33am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Is it confirmed that Miss universe 2009 is being held in PR?. if this is true can we say that Miss Puerto Rico may win and/or place very highly at miss universe again, This year or in 2009?. I am a bit surprised that they have set a date for the 2009 pageant already. If indeed this is true.
On another note, I personally dont think Ingrid Rivera is pretty. She looks totally different in her candid pictures. some opinions may differ but to me she is a very average looking girl with no features that make her stand out.
Today is the pre-lims of MT&T. i cant wait to see the pictures of the candidates. I have a feeling we are going to have someone new that we havent seen before or much of be crowned.
I am waiting for MT&T to be crowned before I make my first list of favorites for the MU08 title.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 17, 11:25:25am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Well I think we are both in the minority with respect to MPR08. I think she looks old and I am so tired of seeing her. I remember at MW05 that Jenna looked much better than her. I don't think she is top 5 material but most people are constantly singing her praises and criticalbeauty has already predicted that she will win. I would really like to who is MT&TU08-asian countries are notorious for not placing black women in the finals of MU as the prelim panel usually has a few asians (usually from the region).
Date Posted:Friday, February 15, 09:08:02pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Saturday, February 16th 2008
The search is on for two dynamic young women to represent Trinidad and Tobago at the Miss Universe pageant in Vietnam in July and Miss World pageant in Ukraine in October.
Potential candidates are asked to attend a screening session at Club Zen, Keate Street, Port of Spain, tomorrow at 9 a.m. Interested women must be 18-26 years of age, and must have never been married or pregnant.
All applicants are asked to bring a swimsuit of their choice and a pair of black open-toed high-heeled shoes. For more information please call Peter Elias and Associates at 622-0442.
Date Posted:Saturday, February 16, 11:00:52am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Search begins for 2008 Miss TT
Saturday, February 16 2008
LOCAL PREPARATIONS have started for the upcoming Miss Universe and Miss World competitions. The Miss Trinidad and Tobago Pageant Company is inviting all eligible young women to an Open Call tomorrow at Club Zen, Keate Street, Port of Spain.
This year’s Miss Universe and Miss World representatives will be crowned the Tourist Development Company’s (TDC) Miss T&T. The TDC is the official sponsor of the selection process, in keeping with their mandate of the positive promotion of our country.
Registration is at 9 am tomorrow.
Prospective candidates must be ages 18 to 26 and are required to bring a swimsuit of their choice. Women must be nationals of Trinidad and Tobago and must have never been married or pregnant.
The one-day event will screen and select seven finalists from the open casting. These finalists representing the “Magnificent 7” will compete in the finals which will also take place at the Zen venue on February 24.
Date Posted:Saturday, February 16, 08:44:57pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Lol! Just kidding-all the best to the dynamic team of Peter Elias and Associates and TDC-hope we get 7 international stunners.
Subject: Halleluiah! Kenisha looks fantastic-what a bombshell.
Author:
We are proud of you Kenisha! Go with God and you will excel!
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Date Posted:Saturday, July 08, 07:58:26pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Kenisha Thom, Miss Trinidad & Tobago 2006, poses at a hotel in Los Angeles, California, July 8, 2006. The Miss Universe pageant will be telecast to a worldwide audience from on Los Angeles July 23. FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY NO SALES NO ARCHIVES REUTERS/Miss Universe L.P., LLLP/Handout (UNITED STATES)
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A million thanks to our rep. and Peter Elias & Associates for putting their best effort (as always).
We love you Kenisha! Keep the T&T flag flying high!
Date Posted:Saturday, July 08, 09:29:56pm Author Host/IP: cuscon6296.tstt.net.tt/209.94.219.24
I DONT CARE WANT ANYONE SAYS...KENISHA IS GOING TO ROCK AT THIS PAGEANT...WHO DOH LIKE THAT..WELL WINE ON IT...LOL..
GO KENISHA!!!!!
Date Posted:Sunday, July 09, 11:16:48am Author Host/IP: cuscon22821.tstt.net.tt/201.238.96.8
Uh huh...thats what im talking bout...give dem good girl!!!!
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 12, 07:08:07am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
Wow, I see alot has been happening. How are you Trini77. So, is the screening and the finals this week?. i am anxiously awaiting the results. I do like katrina She is Indeed very stunning. I also like keisha. she is Very well proportioned. I know whoever wins will do a great job at their respective pageants. I havent seen the other delegates I am sure alot of stunners would turn up for the screening. Who knows we might be seeing totally knew faces winning the MT&TU and MT&TW titles. Thisn year is ten years since wendy won so I know peter and company would be going all out to try and win this year.
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 12, 12:47:17pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Someone told me ads were running on television and I assume we are following the same model-search format. Anyways-10 year anniversary-we really need another international title. Can't wait to see who are the finalists.
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 12, 04:44:09pm Author Host/IP: cuscon31794.tstt.net.tt/190.58.3.84
Keisha should go to Miss Universe and Katrina to miss World, butI will also be happy if we got some other stunners to represent us.
Date Posted:Wednesday, February 13, 09:41:09am Author Host/IP: NoHost/209.94.197.99
Peter Elias was on tv this morning talking about Miss Trinidad and Tobago 2008. He said that the screening will be on the 17th as stated before. There they will select seven girls as finalist who they would have a chance to observe for a week, then on February 24th they will pick two girls to represent us at both Miss Universe and Miss World.
Date Posted:Wednesday, February 13, 10:14:31am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
So, the finals will be on february 24th?. I think this is a good idea as it may give us a chance to see the girls before they chose the reps. I am sorry Trini77 but i didnt pay much attention to Miss Universe 2007. But, thanks for the info. again. I still would like to see the national costumes be a part of the pageant. I can't wait to see the stunners that would be showing up for the screening and finals.
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 12, 07:41:35am Author Host/IP: fl-71-52-183-121.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.52.183.121
There was a rumor that there will no national contume competition this year. is this true. if it is. it is sure disappointing to hear. I always like seeing this part of the pageant. Hey, Trini77. Keep up the good work. Thanks again for all the information
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 12, 12:32:33pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Hey PC, nice to see you back on the forum. I thought that this was old news. Remember last year there was no award for Best National Costume. I felt like Mexico was a place where stuff died for the pageant as they did not have a big coronation party afterwards which has happened in previous years.
Date Posted:Monday, February 11, 08:47:39pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Hey folks, I don't live in Trinidad and Tobago but as we all know I am responsible for updating the T&T Missosology forum and I would just like to appeal to anyone from the pageant company/anyone who is attending the MT&TU/W final to please post the info as soon as possible on this forum so that I can update the Missosology website the same night with the information. Thanks in advance for the assistance!
Date Posted:Monday, February 11, 08:43:11pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I am anxiously awaiting the screenings for MT&TU/W08. I just perused the pics of Katrina at Ms. Caricom and I felt that I was looking at Miss Universe/World 2008. We had no rep for MU07 and it is almost like God is giving PE&A a double-portion for all their heartache last year. I love Kesha-but after seeing Katrina's pics I was floored. I said prior to MW07 that Valene was right up there with Michelle Khan and Wendy. I would like to say Katrina is right there with them. If Katrina wins MT&TU08 then I predict at least a top 5 placement. Anyways, I hope the pageant committe allow Katrina to screen on the 17th Feb.
Date Posted:Monday, February 11, 04:37:43pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Just found this pic of Val in the infamous gray outfit-ah wonder if Peter already burn it? Lol! Anyways, can't wait for the new MT&Ts. All the best to the pageant company for the screenings-if Katrina turns up the she is probably MT&TU08 but I am moreso intersted in if a huge stunner will capture the Miss T&T World 2008 title. It's about time we bring home both crowns but ah would settle for one nontheless for 2008.
Date Posted:Monday, February 04, 02:02:14am Author Host/IP: cuscon30430.tstt.net.tt/201.238.125.251
Screening for Miss Trinidad and Tobago for Miss Universe and Miss World takes place on February 17th @ Club Zen.
Date Posted:Monday, February 04, 05:20:31pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Can someone from the pageant company of John confirm this information please? Thanks in advance.
Date Posted:Saturday, January 12, 10:51:37am Author Host/IP: ool-4572b355.dyn.optonline.net/69.114.179.85
Hi guys! Trini 77 I never really paid much attention to Kesha but after seeing that Shurwayne Winchester Video has change my opinion immensely. That closing shot of the opening scene at the fashion show where Kesha turns and smiles right at the camera is absolutely stunning. She also maintains this throughout the video.
As much as I would like to see more new girls emerge from the screening for MTnTU 08 Kesha definitely deserves a chance to represent us internationally!!!!!!
Date Posted:Saturday, January 12, 08:42:20pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...Kesha Quash would be a solid top 15 placement, maybe even top 10 but if it was between Katrina and Kesha then Katrina is better-Katrina would be in top 5 contention at MU/MW provided she gets her thighs down. Aditionally, I hope Peter Elias is keeping in close contact with Anya Nathaniel-she could definitely be a future MT&TU-this girl is just so freakin' stunning but she looks a bit to young and sounds a little too naive (innocent) to be in any pageant this year.
Nevertheless, I am hoping for more indian beauties to turn up at the screening. Kesha will probably grab a title if she screens but it would be interesting to see if PE&A allow Katrina to screen. I think if the Pageant company wants to maintain their financial support from the Ministry they need to just come out of the gates in full trottle and additionally they don't want to miss the momentum from Valene's fantastic performance. 2007 was Katrina's 4th time screening and the first time she made it past the prelims. I don't know how I missed her in the pics from the MT&TU06 prelims but it was obvious from 2007 she had matured physically and psychologically. Katrina could realistically place in the top 5 of MU08 and with Peter, Adrian and Alyson training her I don't believe we will have another Heidi prelim interview fiasco nor a Danielle Jones top 5 interview disaster.
Not only have PE&A been choosing mature delegates but the organization itself has matured alot from 2005 when Maggie basically fell "flat on her face in the top 15." The organizers are now chosing gowns that highlight the young lady and not the converse, the hair and makeup have been almost flawless and they have chosen women who have the drive to win.
2008 is the tenth anniversary of Wendy's win. The fact that screening will be held in Feb or March tells me that either Katrina or Kesha will be in the line-up.
Anyways, yuh know how I is-we should be showing the world that we have beautifuly women of all races in T&T-indian, chinese, caucasian, etc.
Date Posted:Saturday, January 12, 09:01:07pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...if Kesha cracks the top 15 of MU she will easily sail into the top 10 with her hot rockin' SS body. Peter Elias will have to find a SEXY gown for Kesha if she is MT&T as that is what her body is. One thing I have never doubted about Kesha though is that she has what it takes to be a DIVA on the Miss Universe stage.
Date Posted:Sunday, February 03, 09:20:13am Author Host/IP: cuscon2666.tstt.net.tt/209.94.211.234
im sorry u folks kesha does not look stunning. trinidad girls are all about natural beauty. I would speak for myself and all other men, I LOVE a woman who is all natural. Miss T&T universe should be someone who when she walks down the street could stand out in a crowd and you know she is representing us. I have seen kesha out many times and she does NOT impress me. i am currently doin my masters at SBCS at when someone pointed out to me that that was kesha quash sitting in the cafeteria i was most stunned. she had no poise or any kind of elegance to her, she was poorly dressed and shouting across the hall, carrying on like she had no behaviour. her hair was greasy and she looked as though she had now rolled out of bed. I have seen valene at roytec and i could safely say eveytime i have seen her she looks just like she does in her pictures!! Stunning!! Kesha does not have this all rounded look of a miss universe. i certianly would not want someone who is false and only looks good with make up on yo represent my sweet T&T
Date Posted:Sunday, February 03, 10:36:45am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...beauty is in the eye of the beholder. No one ever said she was the most beautiful woman in T&T but this girl could deliver in SS anyday. The fact that you call her false and see a problem with someone wearing make-up to look good just makes me think you have a personal grouse with her and you have no idea what goes on in international pageants-make-up a problem? Please! All these BQ from Venezuela and PR that you Trinis love to praise-have you noticed how much make-up they wear?
Your post is so strange-first someone came on here a while back to basically say Kesha is stuck up-now you are telling me the girl not wearing make-up and behaving like any one of my Trini friends would-and yuh have a problem with that now. LOOK-STOP THE FREAKIN' JEALOUSLY-LIKE YUH UPSET YUH EH MAKE IT ON SHURWAYNE'S VIDEO OR WHAT?
Date Posted:Tuesday, February 05, 06:24:08am Author Host/IP: cuscon2637.tstt.net.tt/209.94.211.205
i never said she had to be the most beautiful woman in trini. i guess she's somewhat of a close affiliation to you. just judging from all other T&T MU, their ways, behaviour, speaking abilities, elegance in which she lacks etc. but hey if u love her thats great for u. keep up the support!
Date Posted:Thursday, January 31, 09:58:30pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Five-year-old Kevon is HIV positive and an orphan. He is one of about half a million people hit by the Caribbean's growing HIV epidemic. Photographer Chris Hamilton sent these pictures from Trinidad and Tobago.
Source: BBC News
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Additional Note:
Thanks for all the visitors to the Missosology T&TN forum-we ranked 1st for the month of Jan 2008 among national forums.
Date Posted:Thursday, January 17, 08:01:14pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
O.K. Let's hope PE&A hold a pageant in early Feb. so that our rep can have an enormous amount of training-Katrina or Keisha most likely. I am expecting a freaking hot MW rep. for 2008. Go for the Crowns PE&A!
Date Posted:Thursday, January 17, 07:38:40pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Hey folks, check out this link for pics of Valene at MW07: http://www.rosengurtt.co.uk/beauty_contests.aspx
Date Posted:Sunday, December 02, 09:48:35am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Well I am pretty sure that the MOC & Tidco will be contacting PE&A (or have already done so if they are really efficient) and we will be sending a rep to both MU08 and MW08. I only realized this morning that because Valene is Queen of the Caribbean, PE&A will probably not ask her to participate in MU08. Kesha Quash must be salivating for the MT&TU08 title and I am very excited to see the physical quality of the women who will turn up for screening. Last year's 2nd runner up and Valene will probably not be eligible so .... will another stunner suddenly appear on the scene or will Keisha Quash win?
Date Posted:Sunday, December 16, 01:49:53pm Author Host/IP: cuscon25030.tstt.net.tt/201.238.104.185
jus wanted everyone to know that the miss trinidad and tobago for miss universe and miss world 2008 will be in february 2008. it is rumored that miss universe will be held in may and miss world in september. there will be a competition to really select someone for miss world because katrina is going to miss universe 2008.
Date Posted:Sunday, December 16, 04:10:44pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
I have no idea who you are so I will just take this as a rumor. If Katrina is sent to MU08 then we are probably in top 5 contention (I can't see her placing out of the top 10-she is just georgeous and very competitive looking). Anyways, unless Peter/Adrian/Alyson or John make an official announcement then I am not taking anything as certain. Anyways, hope your info is right about Katrina being eligible to compete but let's wait for all the other competitors to screen to see who rises to the top.
Date Posted:Sunday, January 06, 02:35:28pm Author Host/IP: cuscon2219.tstt.net.tt/209.94.210.41
i certainly would like to see some new faces.kesha quash and valene did not make it the first year. please lets go back to the old days where there was a variety of girls... not the same girls over and over. its gettin tired and they are getting OLD!!!
Date Posted:Friday, January 04, 01:34:50pm Author Host/IP: NoHost/190.198.27.26
Hello everyone:
I am interested in swap beauty pageants in DVD. I have a list with many contest.
If you like, e-mail me to elbonchon1@hotmail.com for checking the list. Thanks a lot and greetings from Venezuela. Memo.
Date Posted:Tuesday, January 01, 10:18:12am Author Host/IP: ool-4572b355.dyn.optonline.net/69.114.179.85
As an avid pageant fan and supporter of pageants I was looking at some old pageants from back in the 1990's and early 2000's and found something very interesting. Over the years some Miss TnT's and Miss USA's have enjoyed a very good relationship both during and after the pageant.
1998
This relationship came as a bit of a surprise to me since in 1998 the internet coverage of pageants was still fairly new. I was on Youtube looking for the Miss USA 1998 pageant and I came across a very interesting video. It was a compilation of video montages posted by Shawnea Jebbia's (Miss USA 98) parents. It detailed her victory at Miss USA and there was also an story of Shawnea's unconventional win.
But the most interesting part was that her parents stated that Shawnae supported Wendy from the moment she saw her and throughout the pageant. Her parents stated that they became very good friends throughout the year that they were roommates having won the titles of Miss USA - MU.
2004
Who could forget the relationship of Shandi Finnessey (Miss USA 2004) and Danielle Jones (Miss TnT 2004). Two of the older competitors but two of the smartest and fittest. On the final night after both made the top 5 Shandi was clearly disappointed when Danielle received her final question. But all is well that ends well Shandi and Danielle are still good friends today.
2006
Tara and Kenisha truly represented ebony and ivory. Roommates for the MU pageant in LA these two were inseparable, almost all the pictures coming from LA featured these two ladies side by side.
Date Posted:Tuesday, June 27, 10:35:58am Author Host/IP: ool-182dc42d.dyn.optonline.net/24.45.196.45
I was just reading missosology.com I saw an article that said that the LA press so far has Misses Canada, USA, Indonesia and Trinidad and Tobago as the early favs for the crown.
I think that this is excellent but we also have to keep in mind that being a press fav does not mean that you are guaranteed a spot in the top 15. But is nice to know that Kenisha is being recognised for her beauty as we said she would. She looks like she is going to be a fav in LA.
Date Posted:Tuesday, June 27, 07:52:15pm Author Host/IP: c-68-49-20-83.hsd1.md.comcast.net/68.49.20.83
Remember the body, remember the name, Kesha Quash... T&T's representitive to Miss Carival 2006, July 8th 2006.
Date Posted:Sunday, December 30, 05:06:58pm Author Host/IP: cuscon2682.tstt.net.tt/209.94.211.250
she may have been miss carival 2006 rep T&T but caribbean women are about beauty and your right...its about body hips and thighs. those elements are lacking in kesha simply because she is too thin and looks hard and old!
Date Posted:Sunday, December 30, 11:44:42am Author Host/IP: c-68-49-3-2.hsd1.md.comcast.net/68.49.3.2
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Date Posted:Thursday, December 20, 06:25:50pm Author Host/IP: ool-4572b355.dyn.optonline.net/69.114.179.85
Thanks Trini77 I appreciate you too. I am just grateful that we pageant fans have this outlet to come together and post positive comments about our girls. Someone had posted before that this was Grenada's first semifinalist - This unfortunately is inaccurate Grenada actually won Miss World back in 1970 - seven years before TnT won a major pageant crown. Miss Grenada (MW 70) was Jennifer Hosten and her win was controversial because the Prime Minister of Grenada was a judge at that pageant.
Thank you to Adrian for always making the time to post on this board and appreciate the fans. Please keep up the good job guys!!!! Cannot wait to see what is in store for 2008.
Date Posted:Saturday, December 29, 01:36:35pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
recently acquired the MW franchise for Grenada so 2007 was the first time her organization had a rep to the pageant and fortunately they had a competitor who placed. Ms. Hosten must be very proud of her charge.
Date Posted:Sunday, December 23, 04:30:06pm Author Host/IP: ool-4572b355.dyn.optonline.net/69.114.179.85
This year started off with lots of promise with TnT looking to forward to it's 5th semifinalist in MU, but alas there was no rep to MU and Miss TnT pageant fans were disappointed but thankfully the Minister of Culture and Woman Affairs finally stepped up to the plate.
Valene become our shining light at the end of a year that was exhausting. Valene deserves to have the chance to compete in Miss Universe one day though I doubt that would be MU 2008.
For the upcoming pageant year 2008 MU is being held in Vietnam, and Asian countries are notorious for their bias towards certain countries in their media coverage. We need to send a delegate with a lot of versatile international appeal.
I do believe that the next MU could be from TnT and as much as I love the girls that have shown up for MU and MW screenings I would love to see a fresh new face emerge to represent us at MU and MW. It is exciting to see the new girls every year and they should definitely get that chance.
Valene I believe should do like the new Miss Puerto Rico Universe, who was Miss Caribbean World 2 years ago, take the year off and come back with a fresh new look for Miss Universe.
To Peter, Allyson, Adrian, Calvin and Ashvin - a huge THANK YOU. Have a Merry Christmas and a bright and prosperous New Year. May 2008 bring 1 or 2 major crowns ;)!!!!!!!!!
Date Posted:Saturday, December 29, 01:28:43pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...will she be placed lower than she deserves? Asian countries that have hosted MU have a reputation of not placing black beauties in the finals. Yes Madelene made top 15 in 2005 but we have to be realistic. Let's hope there is no heavy presence of Asian judges in the prelims and finals. I will not be surprised if we get a completely untapped beauty for MU08 when the screening take place.
Date Posted:Friday, December 28, 09:41:41pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Calvin French was the one who encouraged Valene to enter MT&T and I recall in an article in the Express Womawise section that this model said she has worked with Calvin French. I wonder if he will encourage her to enter. Her face is so stunning in this pic. She could burn up the Miss Universe catwalk!
Date Posted:Sunday, December 23, 04:28:34pm Author Host/IP: ool-4572b355.dyn.optonline.net/69.114.179.85
This year started off with lots of promise with TnT looking to forward to it's 5th semifinalist in MU, but alas there was no rep to MU and Miss TnT pageant fans were disappointed but thankfully the Minister of Culture and Woman Affairs finally stepped up to the plate.
Valene become our shining light at the end of a year that was exhausting. Valene deserves to have the chance to compete in Miss Universe one day though I doubt that would be MU 2008.
For the upcoming pageant year 2008 MU is being held in Vietnam, and Asian countries are notorious for their bias towards certain countries in their media coverage. We need to send a delegate with a lot of versatile international appeal.
I do believe that the next MU could be from TnT and as much as I love the girls that have shown up for MU and MW screenings I would love to see a fresh new face emerge to represent us at MU and MW. It is exciting to see the new girls every year and they should definitely get that chance.
Valene I believe should do like the new Miss Puerto Rico Universe, who was Miss Caribbean World 2 years ago, take the year off and come back with a fresh new look for Miss Universe.
To Peter, Allyson, Adrian, Calvin and Ashvin - a huge THANK YOU. Have a Merry Christmas and a bright and prosperous New Year. May 2008 bring 1 or 2 major crowns ;)!!!!!!!!!
Date Posted:Wednesday, December 26, 09:48:31pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
Thanks for a fantastic 2007. I agree with C-we would all like to see a new face-can't wait to see who makes it to the finals of MT&TU/W08.
Date Posted:Sunday, July 09, 01:07:08pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
When Kenisha Thom competes in the costume segment of the Miss Universe pageant to be held on July 23 in Los Angeles, she will be spreading her wings proudly as a beautiful butterfly.
Thom’s costume, a red, spotted butterfly, was inspired by the Spotted Flambeau Butterfly which is indigenous to T&T.
The costume was designed by Sandra Hordatt, who designed the 2006 presentation, the Enchanted Forest, for Island People. The Butterfly, was one of the sections in the band.
“Peter Elias saw it, fell in love with it but wanted me to do a more elaborate butterfly,” said Hordatt, who came up with the concept since 2005.
A make-up artist, who has been designing costumes since she was in primary school, Hordatt said she is very anxious to see Thom in costume for the competition.
Hordatt was assisted by Nizam Ali, who handpainted the wings and constructed the backpack. Model Jeneille McCarthy-Sinanan designed the elaborate jewelry for Thom’s costume.
“I had the vision for it and she brought it to life,” said Hordatt.
McCarthy-Sinanan, who designs one-of-a-kind jewelry by order only, described her creation as a crown and necklace, made out of gold and red iridescent crystals.
“The iridescent crystals are there to pick up light and there are clear crystals with shades of yellow into orange into red. The crown comes from top of head to side of her fact to the cheekbones because she has very strong features. The necklace is more like a collar that comes down on her chest and goes up to her jaw line and shoulders,” she said.
Like Hordatt, McCarthy-Sinanan is also very anxious to see Thom compete in her costume.
“She has a good chance to come in the top,” she said.
Date Posted:Sunday, July 09, 11:27:17am Author Host/IP: ool-18bc28ae.dyn.optonline.net/24.188.40.174
Thank you so much for that. Now can you pretty please post the pic of her and Miss USA even though the pic is a little blurry both Kenisha and Tara look gorgeous. I love the colour, style and cut of the dress that Kenisha is wearing, she looks fabulous.
Now that competition is in high gear Kenisha's look is coming together very nicely, I am very pleased. As I said before the pageant is not a sprint but a marathon, it is two weeks not two days.
Another surprising beauty from the Caribbean is Miss Cayman Islands, she looks fabulous. Kenisha should benefit from rooming with Miss USA as she is the host delegate and will be photographed a lot during the next two weeks. Work it girl!!!!!
Also I have to compliment Peter and Associates for the job they have done on Kenisha's hair. Fabulous!!! Too much hair around her face would have overwhelmed her, this way with the pony extension you get the length but her stunning face is exposed to perfection.
Date Posted:Monday, December 24, 02:07:42pm Author Host/IP: adsl-209-78-20-210.dsl.renocs.pacbell.net/209.78.20.210
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Date Posted:Friday, December 21, 06:19:20pm Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
BEAUTY CHOOSES: Miss TT to the Miss World Pageant Miss Valene Maharaj is flanked by two Berger officials as she selects the winner of Berger's Caribbean Cruisin' Promotion yesterday at Berger compound in Sealots.
Author: Roger Jacob
END QUOTE FROM 12/21/07 Newsday
I am happy to see that Valene is making public appearances all over-the newsday christmas party, The President's Christmas party, visit to San Fernando mayor etc. Her visibility will definitely affect who turns up for screenings for MT&TU/W08.
Date Posted:Wednesday, December 19, 06:19:24pm Author Host/IP: ool-4572b4c7.dyn.optonline.net/69.114.180.199
What's up guys???? Trini77 we had words or what ;)!!!! Anyways I am blown away about Valene's accomplishment, TnT is looking better every year. Peter, Adrian, allyson Thank you!!! Long have I waited as a loyal TnT pageant supporter for our girls to place consistantly internationally. Thank you for making that dream come true the past few years.
Date Posted:Thursday, December 20, 09:10:43am Author Host/IP: cpe-66-65-2-158.nyc.res.rr.com/66.65.2.158
...yuh hotter than congo pepper! I was missin' yuh but I was waitin' to see if yuh was missin' me too...ah mean yuh need to appreciate my choclatee-goodness too yuh know-it cayr be all about you always! Lol! Seeriously my dear, it is always a pleasure to read your posts.
I can't wait for the screenings to take place. Wow-4th at MW. Only Giselle and Michelle Khan got further-I think this is only the 3rd time we have made it to the final 5 of MW. Peter Elias and Associates must be so proud. It is like PE&A are getting progressively better as time goes by. Hopefully we will see another Trini wear the MU and MW crowns pretty soon.
Date Posted:Monday, December 17, 12:52:22pm Author Host/IP: NoHost/209.2.60.97
Hi all!!!! I am so proud Valene Trini to the bone congrats. To all the Trini posse supporters keep it up!!!!! We are getting there guys and Valene's placement proves it, it is only a matter of time before TnT wins one of the major crowns!!!!!!
Hello Everyone!!!!!
A DUBIOUS PAGEANT : Last November, a Miss Young International 2006 pageant took place in Manila and a young woman from Venezuela, Jessica Chaya, was crowned. Last month, a posting on several message boards by one "Aileen Evangelista" suggested that Chaya was "dismissed... for breach of contract because she has failed to fulfill the duties required of the title." She was supposedly replaced by the first runner-up Estefany Tomaselly of Ecuador, according to Mark Ancheta, the president of Elite Productions that organized the pageant.
Makeda is absolutely breathtaking
LOL don't forget how a former MU became pregnant for a married man two years ago! Let's keep informed on that bit of info too!
More Pics of Miss T&T
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I think Gabrielle was always placed in the center of the pictures because she was one of the shortest delegate.
anya at competiton night has a better body than nasma, no doubt
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