Miss Guyana Universe 2010

The Miss Guyana Universe, Tamika Henry (centre) flanked by from left: third runner-up, Chrystelle Mervin; first runner-up, Crystal Benn; second runner-up Melissa Carter and fourth runner-up Rushauna Harris. (Photo by Tiffny Rhodius)



GEORGETOWN, July 18 - A stunning Tamika Henry was crowned Miss Guyana Universe on Saturday night as predicted, after delivering an electrifying performance that revealed her confidence to win and her ability to captivate the audience.

From the beginning of the three-hour competition, the 22-year-old Queen’s College alumnus displayed grace and ensured that there was always a smile and eye contact with those watching.

Henry, standing 1.73 m tall, was crowned and sashed by Miss Guyana Universe 2007, local catwalk model and designer Meleesa Payne, close to midnight. Miss Guyana Universe 2009 Jenel Cox, who is pregnant, forfeited the crown and title. No pageant was held in 2008.

Henry outshone seven other beauties competing for the crown at the annual pageant held at the Princess Hotel, Providence – its first staging outside the National Cultural Centre.

Among her other gifts and prizes is the opportunity to represent Guyana at the Miss Universe pageant slated for Las Vegas, USA on August 23. Courtesy Stabroek News