Matea Mahal Smith is Miss Jamaica World 2026

Matea Mahal Smith has been crowned Miss Jamaica World 2026, emerging from a pool of 23 contestants. The 24-year-old aspiring doctor, who wore the Miss Aveeno sash, was named the winner at the grand coronation held at the Karl Hendrickson Auditorium at Jamaica College in St Andrew on Sunday night. She was crowned by the 2025 queen, Neveah Allen.

Celine Walters, the second runner-up, was named Miss Earth Jamaica, while first runner-up Daniella Bullock received the Miss International Jamaica title.

Walters wore the Miss Frazsiers Whip sash, while Bullock represented Haven Beauty House.

Last month, Mahal Smith won the competition's Fitness Fast Track challenge, becoming the first contestant to officially secure her spot in the Top 12.

All three women are expected to represent Jamaica at their respective international pageants in the coming months.

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