Nigeria bows out as Dominican Republic wins Miss World 2026
Dominican Republic’s Joheirry Mola Dominguez crowned Miss World 2026. Nigeria’s Tamunosoye Karibi-George reached the Top 12. Get full details here. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-bows-out-as-dominican-republic-wins-miss-world-2026/
Dominican Republic's Joheirry Mola Dominguez claimed victory as Miss World 2026, emerging triumphant at the pageant's grand finale in Nha Trang, Vietnam. Mola, a 24-year-old teacher, model, and community advocate, succeeded Thailand's Suchata "Opal" Chuangsri, who had won the previous year's competition. Spain's Elisabeth Reynés Alabern secured the first runner-up position, while Malaysia's Taanusiya Chetty was named second runner-up.
Chetty also received the prestigious Beauty with a Purpose award for her impactful social work. Nigeria's Tamunosoye Karibi-George, known as Soye, finished in the Top 12 but was unable to advance to the final six contestants. The 2026 Miss World pageant saw 111 contestants from around the world compete in four continental groups: Africa, the Americas and Caribbean, Europe, and Asia and Oceania. The event marked the 75th anniversary of the pageant and was held in Vietnam for the first time.
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