Miss Jamaica is Miss World 2019

“To that little girl in St. Thomas, Jamaica and all the girls around the world – please believe in yourself. Please know that you are worthy and capable of achieving your dreams. This crown is not mine but yours. You have a PURPOSE.”

The words of the newly crowned Miss World 2019, Ms Toni-Ann Singh of Jamaica. The 23 year old Ms Singh won from a field of 111 contestants at the 69^th edition of the pageant in London on Saturday. She now becomes the fourth Jamaican to win the title — Carole Joan Crawford in 1963, Cindy Breakspeare in 1976 and Lisa Hanna in 1993.

To that little girl in St. Thomas, Jamaica and all the girls around the world – please believe in yourself. Please know that you are worthy and capable of achieving your dreams. This crown is not mine but yours. You have a PURPOSE. pic.twitter.com/hV8L6x6Mhi

— Toni-Ann Singh (@toniannsingh) December 14, 2019

Jamaica’s Prime Minister Hon Andrew Holness was among the first to congratulate the new Miss World.

We have the biggest hearts and most talented people!

Congratulations @toniannsingh on winning the crown #MissWorld2019.

You made us so proud. Continue to be a fantastic role model for our young women in Jamaica.

Miss Jamaica to the world! pic.twitter.com/2pBBlOzoU3

— Andrew Holness (@AndrewHolnessJM) December 14, 2019

Source: CARICOM TODAY