The countdown has officially begun for the highly anticipated Miss Anguilla 2025-2026 pageant, with this year’s contestants now announced.
The group, dubbed the ‘Fierce Five’, boast a vibrant mix of talent, ambition and deep community spirit, each eager and ready to represent Anguilla.
They attended the signing and sashing ceremony at Kandara Villa on 15 May before making their first public appearance at Leon’s on 25 May.
The five young women then participated in the official Anguilla Day ceremony on 30 May, and joined a Sunday service at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral on 1 June.
Get to know the hopefuls who will be competing for the coveted crown at the Miss Anguilla 2025-2026 competition on 5 August.
Contestant: #1
Name: Xaria Rouse | Age: 24
Platform: The awakening of the divine feminine

Contestant: #2
Name: Ariel Bushay | Age: 25
Platform: Equipping and empowering Caribbean creatives and culture bearers.

Contestant: #3
Name: Thalia Hinds | Age: 20
Platform: Health and wellness through physical fitness.

Contestant: #4
Name: Jordia Hodge | Age: 26
Platform: Pathways to purpose: Early youth intervention

Contestant: #5
Name: Jasmin Ruan | Age: 27
Platform: Marine conservation and sustainable development
