Story by Hubert Lawrence and photos by Jordache Jones
No country has won the coveted Miss World Beauty pageant twice in a row and with Jamaica’s Toni-Ann Singh currently holding the title, the likelihood of a repeat Jamaican victory in Puerto Rico this December is slim. However, there’s something about Miss Jamaica World 2021 Khalia Hall that makes you think she could be the history maker. She’s sophisticated and yet down to earth, urbane and still a country girl and downright beautiful.
The 25 year-old took the Miss Jamaica title in October, with her poise and genuine love for her fellow man shining through. Days later, in an interview with FLOW TV, Khalia was still shocked by her success. “The first thing I noticed, was that my social media was just exploding with messages and comments. I’m not used to that. Initially, my Instagram page was private but it is now public so I had hundreds, really, when I was scrolling, it felt like 500 messages, some of them from complete strangers. I was really
overwhelmed by the love and support”, she said modestly, “not only from my family, because they were jumping up and down like mad people, but also from Jamaicans who want to see me do well on the international stage.”
It’s a stage of life she is well prepared for. After an early childhood enjoying outdoor activities in St Ann, she did high school at Campion College in Kingston. Then, she flew to the University of Manchester in England to study mechanical engineering. “It was such a culturally rich experience. That was the best part of it for me and which is also why I’m grateful I went to Europe for University and not America. In Europe, while I was in England, I was surrounded by countries like Italy, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, and so many of those countries speak different languages and have completely different traditions”, she recounted warmly.
Her Jamaican warmth endeared her to the University so much that when she went to the National University of Singapore as an international exchange student from Manchester, they named her the University’s global ambassador.
The 25 year-old fan of singer-songwriter Chronnix is committed to helping her countrymen. “I don’t know why, but health is something that I’m really passionate about. Specific to Jamaica is that non-communicable diseases are the number 1 killer and it is related to lifestyle, so we are in control of it”, she lamented. “It all depends on how we treat our bodies and what we feed it, so I want to continue to be an advocate, hopefully, at a global level through Miss World, and I want to continue to educate people on practical tips that they can incorporate into their lifestyle to live a healthier life”, she continued.
Those aren’t just words said to win the title. She operates a plant-based food delivery service in Jamaica. Why? It’s her contribution to changing the way Jamaicans eat. She started the venture in 2020 when she learned that 74 percent of Jamaicans do not eat the recommended daily portions of fruits and vegetables.
In addition, she’s a food blogger and shares cooking videos and recipes on YouTube.
If she wins in Puerto Rico, that would make Jamaica the first country to take the Miss World Title in consecutive pageants. That might sound daunting but she has some history on her side. Campion College has produced some of the most memorable Miss Jamaica winners. They include Cathi Levy and Allison Barnett, who placed 4th and 5th at Miss World 1983 and 1985 respectively, and media star Terri-Karelle Reid who was a Miss World finalist in 2005.
The competition may well be led by Miss Puerto Rico, Aryam DÃaz Rosado. She’s a journalism student at university, a TV host and model who won the Miss Teen Global International title. Victory for Rosada would give the hosts their third Miss World after wins in 1975 and 2016 courtesy of Wilnelia Merced and Stephanie Del Valle
To read more, please purchase a copy of Buzzz Caribbean Lifestyle Magazine Vol 11 #2 at any supermarket, pharmacy or book store near you.
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Story by Hubert Lawrence and photos by Jordache Jones
No country has won the coveted Miss World Beauty pageant twice in a row and with Jamaica’s Toni-Ann Singh currently holding the title, the likelihood of a repeat Jamaican victory in Puerto Rico this December is slim. However, there’s something about Miss Jamaica World 2021 Khalia Hall that makes you think she could be the history maker. She’s sophisticated and yet down to earth, urbane and still a country girl and downright beautiful.
The 25 year-old took the Miss Jamaica title in October, with her poise and genuine love for her fellow man shining through. Days later, in an interview with FLOW TV, Khalia was still shocked by her success. “The first thing I noticed, was that my social media was just exploding with messages and comments. I’m not used to that. Initially, my Instagram page was private but it is now public so I had hundreds, really, when I was scrolling, it felt like 500 messages, some of them from complete strangers. I was really
overwhelmed by the love and support”, she said modestly, “not only from my family, because they were jumping up and down like mad people, but also from Jamaicans who want to see me do well on the international stage.”
It’s a stage of life she is well prepared for. After an early childhood enjoying outdoor activities in St Ann, she did high school at Campion College in Kingston. Then, she flew to the University of Manchester in England to study mechanical engineering. “It was such a culturally rich experience. That was the best part of it for me and which is also why I’m grateful I went to Europe for University and not America. In Europe, while I was in England, I was surrounded by countries like Italy, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, and so many of those countries speak different languages and have completely different traditions”, she recounted warmly.
Her Jamaican warmth endeared her to the University so much that when she went to the National University of Singapore as an international exchange student from Manchester, they named her the University’s global ambassador.
The 25 year-old fan of singer-songwriter Chronnix is committed to helping her countrymen. “I don’t know why, but health is something that I’m really passionate about. Specific to Jamaica is that non-communicable diseases are the number 1 killer and it is related to lifestyle, so we are in control of it”, she lamented. “It all depends on how we treat our bodies and what we feed it, so I want to continue to be an advocate, hopefully, at a global level through Miss World, and I want to continue to educate people on practical tips that
they can incorporate into their lifestyle to live a healthier life”, she continued.
Those aren’t just words said to win the title. She operates a plant-based food delivery service in Jamaica. Why? It’s her contribution to changing the way Jamaicans eat. She started the venture in 2020 when she learned that 74 percent of Jamaicans do not eat the recommended daily portions of fruits and vegetables.
In addition, she’s a food blogger and shares cooking videos and recipes on YouTube.
If she wins in Puerto Rico, that would make Jamaica the first country to take the Miss World Title in consecutive pageants. That might sound daunting but she has some history on her side. Campion College has produced some of the most memorable Miss Jamaica winners. They include Cathi Levy and Allison Barnett, who placed 4th and 5th at Miss World 1983 and 1985 respectively, and media star Terri-Karelle Reid who was a Miss World finalist in 2005.
The competition may well be led by Miss Puerto Rico, Aryam DÃaz Rosado. She’s a journalism student at university, a TV host and model who won the Miss Teen Global International title. Victory for Rosada would give the hosts their third Miss World after wins in 1975 and 2016 courtesy of Wilnelia Merced and Stephanie Del Valle
To read more, please purchase a copy of Buzzz Caribbean Lifestyle Magazine Vol 11 #2 at any supermarket, pharmacy or book store near you.
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