Miss World 2011 Contestant - MISS PHILIPPINES WORLD 2011 - Gwendoline Ruais

Birth Name: Gwendoline Ruais
Birth Date: (age 22)
Birth Place: Muntinlupa City
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Height: 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
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BIOGRAPHY:

Gwendoline received her degree in Business management last year. She majored in marketing and really hopes to use her skills to make a positive impact on the world. Her hobbies include: cooking, photography, volleyball, badminton and surfing. Gwendoline describes herself as confident and friendly – she puts her heart into everything she does.


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Miss World South Sudan 2011, officially withdraws from Miss World 2011

South Sudan officially withdraws from Miss World
Atong Demach, Miss World South Sudan 2011, officially withdraws from Miss World 2011 due to visa problems as previously reported exclusively at The Times of Beauty. She received her visa today but since it is late she will go instead to Miss World 2012.

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Lindsey Baker was crowned Miss Charlotte Teen USA 2012 - She will represent Charlotte in Miss North Carolina Teen USA 2012

Lindsey Baker, Miss Charlotte Teen USA 2012

Lindsey Baker will represent Charlotte in Miss North Carolina Teen USA 2012.

Lindsey Baker, a David W. Butler High School graduate and college freshman, was crowned Miss Charlotte Teen USA last July at the historic McGlohon Theater in Uptown Charlotte. As Miss Charlotte Teen USA, Lindsey advances to the state level competition to compete for the title of Miss North Carolina Teen USA on November 11-12, 2011 at the High Point Theatre and Exhibition Center, produced by RPM Productions. Along with Lindsey, teenage girls between the ages of 14-19 from across the state will take to the stage in their rhinestone encrusted evening gowns and will compete, high heel to high heel, for the crown and title of Miss North Carolina Teen USA. Lindsey will represent the city of Charlotte at the state level competition in hopes of winning college sponsored scholarships and the state crown which includes the opportunity to represent North Carolina at the national level Miss Teen USA pageant presented by the Miss Universe Organization.
Special thanks to Cindy Stephens.

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Miss World 2011 Contestant - MISS BRAZIL WORLD 2011 - Juceila Bueno's Photos & Profile/Biography

Birth Name: Juceila Bueno
Birth Date: (age 23)
Birth Place: Vera Cruz
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Height: 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)
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Miss World 2011


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Juceila is currently in her sixth semester of University studying Journalism. She is passionate about sport and hopes to present a TV show about sports in the near future. Other passions include poetry, Brazilian literature and country style music.

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Miss World 2011 Contestant - MISS BULGARIA WORLD 2011 - Vania Peneva's Photos & Profile/Biography

Birth Name: Vania Peneva
Birth Date: (age 23)
Birth Place: Kazanlak
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Height: 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)
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Miss World 2011




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Vanya is studying Bulgarian Philosophy at University and hopes to become a journalist. She describes herself as positive, sensitive and ambitious. In her spare time, she enjoys going fishing with her father.


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Miss World 2011 Contestant - MISS CURACAO WORLD 2011 - Monifa Jansen's Photos & Profile/Biography

Birth Name: Monifa Jansen
Birth Date: (age 18)
Birth Place: Willemstad
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Height: 1.76 m (5 ft 9 1⁄2 in)
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Hair color: Black
Eye color: Blue
Title(s): Miss Curaçao Universe 2011
Major Competition(s):

Miss Curaçao Universe 2011(Winner), Miss World 2011

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Monifa is currently studying for a degree in International Law. She enjoys all types of dance, in particular salsa, ballet, modern jazz, hip-hop, meringue and bachata. She describes herself as hardworking and motivated and hopes to become a successful business woman in the near future.

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Miss World 2011 updates - Miss World 2011: Golfing at Gleneagles and Visit to Stirling Castle

"Golf-ing and Castle-ing"

Miss World 2011: Golfing at Gleneagles and Visit to Stirling Castle


Today was a golfing day for a portion of the Miss World 2011 contestants. A group went to Gleneagles, a famous golf destination in the United Kingdom. Another group went to the mystical Stirling Castle for a tour. In the photo above, Miss United States' graceful golf swing while Miss Spain watches. In the photo below, Miss Costa Rica is joined by Miss World 2010, Miss World 2010 First Runner-Up and Miss World 2010 Second Runner-Up at the Stirling Castle.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Suriname - Stefanie Grace GENTLE

Miss World 2011 - Suriname - Stefanie Grace GENTLE

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Stefanie Grace GENTLE
Age: 21
Height: 173
Languages: Dutch, English and Sranan Tongo
BIOGRAPHY
Stefanie is currently studying Economics at a University in Suriname. In the future, she hopes to work as part of the police force and provide help and support for abused children. Her hobbies include: reading, swimming and basketball. Stefanie also enjoys taking part in African style dancing.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Nepal - Malina JOSHI

Miss World 2011 - Nepal - Malina JOSHI 

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Malina JOSHI
Age: 23
Height: 164
Languages: Nepali, English & Hindi
BIOGRAPHY
Malina has a degree in marketing management and hopes to explore a career in the advertising industry. Hobbies include: collecting coins, freestyle dance and acting. Malina describes herself as persistent and determined and praises the motto: ‘Lead by example’.
INTERVIEW
Tell us a little something about your Country ?
Nepal is blessed with natural beauty where people are very generous and kind. I am happy because the Nepalese possess a good heart.
Future ambitions ?
To explore the advertising sector as a creative director or as an entrepreneur.
Describe yourself
I am a person who is very persistent and determined about what I want in life.
Personal Motto?
Lead by example.
Favourite food ?
Chicken Manchurian and red beans with rice.
Favourite Music / Books ?
I enjoy listening to slow rock, romantic songs and Sufi songs.
What is the proudest moment of your life or most memorable day?
When I passed my final exams with flying colours.
Special Talents ?
I can dance and act.
Any other interesting facts ?
I collect coins!

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Greece - Eleni MIARITI

Miss World 2011 - Greece - Eleni MIARITI

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Eleni MIARITI
Age: 21
Height: 178
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BIOGRAPHY
Eleni is currently studying Law at University and hopes to one day become a very successful diplomat. Eleni is training to be a Latin dancer and loves listening to tango and salsa music. She describes herself as spontaneous and imaginative.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Germany - Sabrina Nathalie REITZ GERMANY

Miss World 2011 - Germany - Sabrina Nathalie REITZ GERMANY 

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Sabrina Nathalie REITZ GERMANY
Age: 21
Height: 175
Languages: German, French & English
BIOGRAPHY
Sabrina is currently completing an apprenticeship in dentistry. She hopes to study this profession in the near future. Hobbies include: playing football, reading, cheerleading and ballet. Sabrina has four sisters and describes herself as an open-minded, sporty and natural person.
INTERVIEW
Tell us a little something about your Country ?
Germany is a modern and social state, open-minded with beautiful landscapes.
Future ambitions ?
I want to study dentistry.
Describe yourself
I am an open-minded, sporty and natural person.
Personal Motto?
Do not dream your life, live your dream!
Favourite food ?
Dishes with spinach or broccoli.
Favourite Music / Books ?
I enjoy listening to classical music and my favourite book is ‘Desert Flower’.
Do you have any pets ?
Yes, I have a dog named Paul.
What is the proudest moment of your life or most memorable day?
When I became an aunt. Holding my sister’s twins in my arms for the first time was my most memorable day.
Special Talents ?
I enjoy playing football, cheerleading and streetdance.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Georgia - Janeta KERGIKOSHVILI

Miss World 2011 - Georgia - Janeta KERGIKOSHVILI

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Janeta KERGIKOSHVILI
Age: 19
Height: 174
Languages:
BIOGRAPHY
Janeta is studying Journalism at University and hopes to become a highly qualified journalist. Her hobbies include: reading, dancing, singing, drawing, swimming and aerobics. Janeta plays the piano and the guitar and enjoys taking part in Georgian national dances. Her personal motto is ‘Everything that happens, happens for the best.’

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Dominican Republic - Marianly TEJADA BURGOS

Miss World 2011 - Dominican Republic - Marianly TEJADA BURGOS 

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Marianly TEJADA BURGOS
Age: 20
Height: 178
Languages: Spanish, English & French
BIOGRAPHY
Marianly is currently studying for a degree in architecture. Her hobbies include: reading, volleyball, tennis, yoga, dancing and playing the guitar. Marianly’s proudest moment was moving to Kentucky for a year, at the age of 10, to learn English. She describes herself as determined and independent.
INTERVIEW
Tell us a little something about your Country ?
The Dominican is an amazing island rich in nature and welcoming citizens. I believe there is a lot we can do to make it better through education.
Future ambitions ?
To finish my degree and represent my country in the best way possible.
Describe yourself
I consider myself to be a very determined girl when it comes to achieving my goals. I am very close to my family but at the same time work has made me an independent woman. I have my moral values and integrity which I believe are well defined.
Personal Motto?
The consistency of little details makes the greatest things.
Favourite food ?
I love some well made cucine in Alfredo sauce.
Favourite Music / Books ?
I love listening to bossa nova, jazz and Spanish rock but I love dancing. I enjoy many tropical compositions like meringue, bachata and salsa.
Do you have any pets ?
Yes I have a very beautiful Chihuahua.
What is the proudest moment of your life or most memorable day?
When I was 10, I moved to Florence, Kentucky, for a year to learn English. It was a very challenging year because of the language barrier and culture difference. Receiving my 8th grade degree was definitely a great achievement.
Special Talents ?
Dancing and acting.
Any other interesting facts ?
I love to read books and watch documentaries about astronomy.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Dominican Republic - Marianly TEJADA BURGOS

Miss World 2011 - Dominican Republic - Marianly TEJADA BURGOS 

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Marianly TEJADA BURGOS
Age: 20
Height: 178
Languages: Spanish, English & French
BIOGRAPHY
Marianly is currently studying for a degree in architecture. Her hobbies include: reading, volleyball, tennis, yoga, dancing and playing the guitar. Marianly’s proudest moment was moving to Kentucky for a year, at the age of 10, to learn English. She describes herself as determined and independent.
INTERVIEW
Tell us a little something about your Country ?
The Dominican is an amazing island rich in nature and welcoming citizens. I believe there is a lot we can do to make it better through education.
Future ambitions ?
To finish my degree and represent my country in the best way possible.
Describe yourself
I consider myself to be a very determined girl when it comes to achieving my goals. I am very close to my family but at the same time work has made me an independent woman. I have my moral values and integrity which I believe are well defined.
Personal Motto?
The consistency of little details makes the greatest things.
Favourite food ?
I love some well made cucine in Alfredo sauce.
Favourite Music / Books ?
I love listening to bossa nova, jazz and Spanish rock but I love dancing. I enjoy many tropical compositions like meringue, bachata and salsa.
Do you have any pets ?
Yes I have a very beautiful Chihuahua.
What is the proudest moment of your life or most memorable day?
When I was 10, I moved to Florence, Kentucky, for a year to learn English. It was a very challenging year because of the language barrier and culture difference. Receiving my 8th grade degree was definitely a great achievement.
Special Talents ?
Dancing and acting.
Any other interesting facts ?
I love to read books and watch documentaries about astronomy.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Curacao - Monifa Joanne-Marie JANSEN

Miss World 2011 - Curacao - Monifa Joanne-Marie JANSEN

Personal Information
Name: Monifa Joanne-Marie JANSEN
Age: 18
Height: 176
Languages: Papiamentu, Dutch, English & Spanish
BIOGRAPHY
Monifa is currently studying for a degree in International Law. She enjoys all types of dance, in particular salsa, ballet, modern jazz, hip-hop, meringue and bachata. She describes herself as hardworking and motivated and hopes to become a successful business woman in the near future.
Interview
Tell us a little something about your Country ?
Curacao is multicultural, tropical, colourful and joyful.
Describe yourself
I am very motivated to get what I want but I always play by the rules.
Personal Motto?
If you want something you have never had, you have to do something you have never done.
Favourite food ?
My favourite food is Mediterranean and Italian food.
Favourite Music / Books ?
My favourite music is house music and club mixes and I enjoy reading drama and romance novels.
Do you have any pets?
Yes, I have a dog.
What is the proudest moment of your life or most memorable day?
My proudest moment was when my parents told me they are proud of me.
Special Talents ?
Singing and entertaining.
Any other interesting facts ?
I am interested in designing clothes, writing poems and stories.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Côte d'Ivoire - Kohiman Betty Jeanine KOUADIO

Miss World 2011 - Côte d'Ivoire - Kohiman Betty Jeanine KOUADIO

Personal Information
Name: Kohiman Betty Jeanine KOUADIO
Age: 18
Height: 180
Languages: French & English
BIOGRAPHY
Kohiman, a current student, hopes to pursue a career in the civil service. Hobbies include: swimming, cooking and socialising with friends and family. Kohiman has four brothers, one sister and a rabbit. She describes herself as a very open and easy going person.
Interview
Tell us a little something about your Country ?
Abidjan is a very big and nice town.
Future ambitions ?
I want to be a fantastic mother and wife.
Describe yourself
I am a very open and an easy going person.
Favourite food ?
I love pasta the most.
Favourite Music / Books ?
My favourite music is R&B.
Do you have any pets?
I have a lovely rabbit.
What is the proudest moment of your life or most memorable day?
My most memorable day was my 18th birthday.
Special Talents ?
I am a very good cook.
Any other interesting facts ?
I enjoy working.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Colombia - Monica RESTREPO

Miss World 2011 - Colombia - Monica RESTREPO

Personal Information
Name: Monica RESTREPO
Age: 21
Height: 174
Languages: Spanish & English
BIOGRAPHY
Monica is in her fifth semester of Art and Psychology at University. Her hobbies include: swimming, art, contemporary dance and painting. Her future career ambition is to be a curator of a museum. As a keen artist, Monica’s proudest moment was visiting the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City.
Interview
Tell us a little something about your Country ?
My country is full of warm people and beautiful places to see. It is full of culture, art and fun.
Future ambitions ?
To finish my studies in art and pursue my career in cultural projects.
Describe yourself
I am a woman with huge values who loves art, which makes me sensitive to everything that happens in the world. I see life and other people in a different perspective.
Personal Motto?
“It is very easy to help others” - you do not have to be a beauty queen or entrepreneur, famous, rich or fill a specific profile. We can all help, not only with material possessions but by listening to someone’s problems. With love and a smile we can change the world.
Favourite food ?
My favourite food is Mexican, I love spice!
Favourite Music / Books ?
I love rock bands: Guns & Roses, Kiss, Poison, AC/DC, ZZ Top and art history books.
Do you have any pets ?
Yes, I have six cats and two dogs which I adopted.
What is the proudest moment of your life or most memorable day?
When I went to the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican City. As an artist it was a dream come true. Michelangelo Buonarroti was a genius like all Renaissance artists.
Special Talents ?
I can sing, paint and dance.
Any other interesting facts ?
I am the voice in my country to create awareness on the issue of human trafficking. I worked with PricewaterhouseCoopers to defend young victims of violence. I am working with the National Police in Colombia against alcohol, drugs and smoking during childhood.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Cayman Islands - Lindsay Katarina JAPAL

Miss World 2011 - Cayman Islands - Lindsay Katarina JAPAL

Personal Information
Name: Lindsay Katarina JAPAL
Age: 23
Height: 172
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BIOGRAPHY
Lindsay has a degree in Business Administration and currently works as an accounts assistant. She loves the great outdoors, especially the beach. Other hobbies include: reading and spending time with family and friends. Interestingly, Lindsay is a certified Scuba Diver and in 2010 she completed her first two-tank dive with five close friends and relatives. This is her proudest moment to date.

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Meet Miss World 2011 Contestant - Armenia - Anna ARAKELYAN

Miss World 2011 - Armenia - Anna ARAKELYAN 

Personal Information

Name: Anna ARAKELYAN

Age: 20

Height: 172

Languages: Armenian, Russian, English

BIOGRAPHY

Anna is studying Tourism at University and hopes to pursue a career in this field. Her hobbies include: dance, reading and listening to pop music. Anna lives in Yerevan, one of the oldest towns in the world. She describes herself as very friendly with a great sense of humour.

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Miss World 2011 Contestant - MISS UNITED STATES WORLD 2011 - Erin Cummins's Photos & Profile/Biography

Birth Name: Erin Cummins
Birth Date: (age 19)
Birth Place: Seattle
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Miss World 2011


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As a student, Erin plans to continue her education and study marine biology. She is passionate about animals and nature and hopes to one day open her own shelter. Her hobbies include: surfing, snowboarding, horse riding and cooking. Her favourite dishes to cook are fajitas and cookies!


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Miss World 2011 Contestant - MISS CANADA WORLD 2011 - Riza Raquel Santos's Photos & Profile/Biography

Birth Name: Riza Raquel Santos
Birth Date: (age 24)
Birth Place: Calgary
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Height: 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)
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Title(s): Miss Earth Canada 2006, Miss World Canada 2011
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Miss World 2011







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Riza Santos (born August 31, 1986) is a Canadian television personality and beauty queen of Filipino, Spanish, and Chinese ancestry. She competed and won Miss Earth Canada 2006 and Miss World Canada 2011 and will represent Canada in Miss World 2011 on November 6 in London. She competed in the Miss Earth 2006 pageant, in which she was given the Miss Photogenic and Miss Fontana awards. She also completed training courses with the Canadian Forces. Her military career, according to her, was influenced by her grandparents.

During her participation with Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition 2, she played for Bantay Bata, ABS-CBN Foundation's charitable institution. On Day 84, she was proclaimed the second place winner of the show. In 2008 and 2009, she hosted the Asian Poker Tour.

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