MEET 2026 FINALISTS
Miss Grand People's Choice
Chloe
Chloe Lake, 28, is a UK-qualified lawyer, holding a First-Class Law degree and a Distinction in her Master’s in Legal Practice. Demonstrating academic excellence and sharp thinking under pressure, she has also appeared on the UK’s favourite quiz show, The Chase.
For Chloe, the 4Bs of Miss Grand International are not just ideals. They are her lived reality, reflected in both her professional achievements and personal journey.
Alongside her role at a leading UK law firm advising FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies, Chloe is the founder of Chat with Chloe, a growing platform dedicated to empowerment, education, and social impact. She has built a digital audience of over 11,200 followers on TikTok, with content reaching tens of thousands of viewers and generating consistent engagement.
An accomplished public speaker, Chloe has delivered talks to students across the UK, using her journey to inspire ambition, resilience, and confidence in young people. She is also a published author of Not Just a Pretty Face, available on Amazon worldwide, a practical guide to improving interview skills developed following the launch of her business. Through this, she equips others with the tools and confidence to access opportunities and succeed.
At the core of her platform is a clear mission to champion social mobility. Coming from a working-class background, Chloe is committed to proving that ambition, access, and achievement should never be defined by circumstance. This message resonates far beyond the United Kingdom and connects with audiences on a global scale.
Her commitment to impact extends beyond her career. Chloe sits on her firm’s charity committee, contributing to initiatives that have helped raise thousands of pounds for charitable causes. She has volunteered internationally in Thailand, supporting grassroots community projects and gaining a deeper understanding of the link between stability, opportunity, and peace.
Sport, health, and fitness are central to Chloe’s identity. After overcoming depression in 2021, she channelled her resilience into endurance running, going on to complete the London Marathon as part of the Mind fundraising team that raised over £1 million for mental health support. Fewer than 1 percent of people complete a marathon, reflecting her discipline and mental strength.
Alongside her professional and advocacy work, Chloe has collaborated with globally recognised beauty brands including Maybelline and L’Oréal, seamlessly integrating beauty into her lifestyle while maintaining a strong, purpose-led personal brand.
No stranger to pageantry, Chloe understands exactly what it takes to be a national titleholder. More importantly, she brings the discipline, presence, and a proven track record of results to represent the United Kingdom with credibility and influence on the international stage.
She is not just ready to represent the United Kingdom, she is ready to elevate it through her discipline, intellect, and a history of tangible impact.
Miss Grand Greater Glasgow
Elisaveta
Elisaveta graduated with honours in Mechanical Engineering from People’s Friendship University, completed in collaboration with Seoul National University, where she was awarded a distinguished recognition as Student of the Year.
She is currently completing her Master’s degree in Product Design Engineering at the University of Glasgow, already contributing to successful development and innovation projects for major companies.
Elisaveta is passionate about giving back to the community. She organises events for children with autoimmune conditions, regularly supports charities helping children born with cleft lip, and has donated blood more than 15 times.
Her long-term ambition is to develop an online STEM programme for girls from smaller towns, helping them access opportunities and gain admission to leading universities in larger cities.
In her free time, Elisaveta enjoys recreational sports and loves designing and sewing unique pieces for herself and her loved ones.
Miss Grand Greater London
Fatima
I am the thirteenth of eighteen children, which means I learned very early that the world doesn’t wait for you to find your voice, you have to use it.
I grew up in Nigeria in a big, loud, loving family, and I carry that warmth with me everywhere I go. I now live for over 23 years in the UK where I work as a Government Policy Advisor. I’ve always believed that real change happens when the right people sit in the right rooms and actually fight for it.
Outside of work, I’ve spent years mentoring young people, supporting vulnerable communities, and sitting with people through some of the hardest moments of their lives. Not because it was required of me but because I genuinely care. I’ve known loss several times in my life. I’ve known what it feels like to navigate systems that weren’t built with you in mind. And that has shaped everything about who I am and what I stand for.
I love to travel, I’m endlessly curious about people, and I will never turn down a good conversation.
I competed in Miss Caribbean & Commonwealth representing Nigeria, where I won Best Native Wear and honestly, that experience reminded me how powerful it is to show up fully as yourself.
I’m not here to fit a mould. I’m here to be exactly who I am and see how far that takes me 💓
Miss Grand Bicester
Aisha
We have the choice to use the gift of our life to make the world a better place, or not to bother." This humanitarian quote by Jane Goodall serves as Aisha’s north star compass. Aisha is a Sociologist by profession and a dedicated Environmentalist, A Child Rights Defender. She is fascinated by how we connect as humans and deeply concerned withsustainable living. Her focus is on the intersection of society and nature, tackling climate and global change to ensure a sustainable future for everyone.
With a strong demonstrated background in pageants. Aisha is a strong supporter of women's emancipation and pageants. She believes that pageants are platforms that amplify the voices of women.
Aisha’s experience in the pageant world is rooted in substance. From her time as Miss Uganda Rising Woman 2023 to her competition for Miss Galaxy 2025, she has seen firsthand how these platforms can serve as enabling spaces. For her, pageants are not about the spotlight; they are about amplifying women's voices to address critical “glocal” issues.
Her perspective on this journey is captured in her first book, "The Pageant Gymnastics: Training the Mind, Body, and Soul for the Stage of Life." Through her writing, she explores the discipline required to use one's platform effectively and to guide young women in finding their strength.
Aisha contests Miss Grand UK because the mission to "Stop the War and Violence" aligns with her values, and her vision is to strengthen Miss Grand UK's sisterhood platform and represent the UK with excellence and greater ambition for a beautiful, peaceful world. Aisha believes that environmental stability and social peace go hand in hand. She is here to offer a voice that is grounded in research, experience, and a genuine desire to lift others and support a more balanced society.
Dieu et mon droit .
Miss Grand East Midlands
Topaz
I’m Topaz Williamson, your Miss Grand East Midlands, and a 19 year old Economics student at the University of Exeter. I represent a generation that refuses to be put in one box, and to me, Miss Grand’s ethos of beauty, brains, business, and body isn’t something you claim, it’s something you prove.
My “brains” are grounded in my Economics degree and my ambition to become an investment banker, driven by a fascination with how capital can shape entire communities. I want to be part of decisions that don’t just create wealth, but fund innovation, unlock opportunity, and deliver lasting impact.
My “business” lies in turning creativity into impact. Through painting commissions, I fund my initiative, Operation Outreach, which has taken me back to Zimbabwe, where I grew up, to support orphanages with donations raised entirely through my own work.
“Beauty” to me is confidence with purpose. Through pageantry and confidence training, I help young girls find their voice, carry themselves with confidence, and recognise their value.
For “body,” I play lacrosse at university, a sport that builds my strength, resilience, and discipline, so be ready for a Grand level opening number performance.
From face painting in nurseries, to working on charity fashion shows, to getting my university girls to play Cupid for fundraising, I turn ideas into action and passion into impact.
We are Grand, the one and only, after all, and I’m ready to bring that energy, bold, driven, and unapologetic, to the Miss Grand stage.
Miss Grand Westminster
Angel
Born in Toronto and built in London, Angel Rae represents a new generation of modern femininity: where beauty, ambition, and influence coexist.
A student at Central Saint Martins (@csm_news), her work explores performance, presence, and storytelling as tools for empowerment.
As co-founder of Hackergal (@hackergal), she has helped empower over 100,000 girls in technology, shaping her belief that confidence is built… and meant to be passed on.
Blending creativity with cultural awareness, Angel understands that in today’s world, visibility is power: and when used intentionally, it can inspire transformation.
Through Miss Grand United Kingdom, she uses her voice to champion confidence, self-expression, and female empowerment, proving that beauty is not just seen, but felt and embodied! ✨
Miss Grand Bristol
Kateryna
Im a youth leader and “advocate”, currently serving as a Student Governor at City of Bristol College. Having previously served as a Student Representative and Vice President at Cotham School, I have a long-standing commitment to inspiring and leading my peers.
In 2025 I was honoured as a Future Maker of 2025 by Springpod, and became a prominent face in the fashion world.
I have graced prestigious runways including London Fashion Week and the Amora Imani Fashion Show.
Im also very deeply committed to my community and humanitarian causes. I would say that I have a strong public stance on supporting Ukraine, actively volunteering with Ukrainian Aid and Welfare charity.
Additionally, I work closely with the former Lord Mayor of Bristol for his public initiative to support Ukrainian city
Miss Grand Central London
Pooja
Pooja Ghodekar is a Miss Grand UK finalist, entrepreneur, engineer, and philanthropist whose journey reflects ambition, resilience, and purpose. Originally from Mumbai and now based in the UK, she has built a life that brings together intellect, creativity, and meaningful impact. With a background in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering and an MBA in Global Business, Pooja represents a modern woman who is not afraid to dream boldly, lead with confidence, and create opportunities for others along the way.
She is the Founder and Director of Pinnacler, a luxury fashion brand created with a vision that goes far beyond style. For Pooja, fashion is not only about elegance and self-expression, but also about empowerment, confidence, and social change. Through Pinnacler, she is passionate about building a platform that supports women through opportunity, financial independence, and purpose-driven leadership. Her work reflects her belief that true success is not only measured by personal achievement, but by the ability to uplift others.
Alongside her entrepreneurial journey, Pooja is also the founder of Shining Little Stars, a charitable initiative dedicated to supporting underprivileged children, disadvantaged women, and single mothers through education, empowerment, and access to better opportunities. This cause is deeply personal to her, as she strongly believes that education has the power to transform lives, break cycles of inequality, and create lasting change across generations.
Her journey has also been shaped by global experiences. Having travelled to 21 countries and lived independently abroad, Pooja has developed a strong international perspective and a deep appreciation for different cultures, people, and ways of life. These experiences have strengthened her belief that courage, adaptability, and compassion are some of the most powerful qualities a woman can carry.
As a Miss Grand UK finalist, Pooja Ghodekar stands for more than beauty — she stands for substance, vision, and impact. She is passionate about using her voice to inspire women to be fearless in their ambitions, confident in their identity, and purposeful in the lives they lead. Her story is one of determination, grace, and the belief that a woman can be powerful, compassionate, and transformative all at once.
Miss Grand Crichowell
Estefania
COMING SOON
Miss Grand Greenwich
Krupa
I came to the UK as an international student from India, carrying ambition, uncertainty, and hope. Pursuing my double Master’s while adapting to a new culture was not easy especially in times when opportunities felt limited and the path ahead seemed unclear. But challenges have a way of revealing strength we never knew we had.
I learned to stand on my own. I worked, I struggled, I grew.
What began as a way to cope turned into purpose creating content that informs, uplifts, and entertains. Through my platforms and my Instagram broadcast channel, I’ve been able to guide students and professionals towards opportunities, just as I once searched for my own.
There was a time I had never earned a single penny and depended entirely on my parents. Today, five years later, I stand as a financially independent woman who hasn’t had to ask them for anything. That quiet transformation means more to me than words can express.
The United Kingdom is my karmabhoomi the land that tested me, shaped me, and gave me the courage to become who I am today. For that, I will always be grateful.
And within this strong, independent woman… lives a little girl who once dared to dream of wearing a crown.
Today, I honour her.
Finalist of Miss Grand United Kingdom 2026
Representing Miss Grand Greenwich
This is not just a title. This is my story, my growth, my becoming.
And I am here not just to compete—but to win.
Miss Grand Devon
Tia
I’m Tia Schofield, a Devon based Buying Assistant and Marketing graduate on a mission to Redefine Success. My path wasn’t paved for me. I spent two years fighting for the career I envisioned, facing constant rejection that tested my resolve. It was through this struggle that I discovered the true meaning of persistence. And as it turned out, once you start speaking, it’s quite hard to get me to stop.
I created my platform to educate the next generation that success is a journey of persistence, not a final destination. Pageantry has helped me learn that the best results and the best versions of ourselves often come after a lot of persistence.
I’m here to show every girl that with heart and a Grand vision, your greatest setbacks can lead to your biggest victories
Miss Grand Kent
Stephanie
Greetings, my name is Stephanie and I’m a finalist in Miss Grand UK. With a history in the arts I’ve performed on both small and grand stages. Dancing, singing and even poetry are some of the interests that I’ve won awards for. I also have a history in many sports and athletic pursuits. From modelling in countries around the world to helping fix people’s financial problems at home, I’ve been blessed to work in many different fields and gain knowledge and experiences that have helped to shape me into the woman that I am. I hope to inspire those that meet me to never give up on finding the path for them and being an advocate for lifelong learning. With a background in psychology I am looking to transition into the medical field because I truly feel fulfilled when helping people - and no one’s ever said that you can’t look glamorous when doing so. Fostering relationships within local and international communities is at the heart of what I believe I’m here to do, so I’d love to continue the journey as your aspiring Miss Grand UK.
Miss Grand Liverpool
Canay
Hi, I’m Canay Sagbasan, 21 years old, a dedicated law student, and an aspiring barrister with an unwavering passion for empowerment and service. I began my pageantry journey in 2025, and since then, it has been a radiant stage for me to uplift and inspire. I competed as a British gymnast, and now I proudly coach Level 1 gymnastics, embodying discipline and resilience. I also thrive in sports, from competitive basketball to wellness advocacy, championing the transformative power of health and movement. As a devoted volunteer with Citizens Advice and Oxfam, I visit schools, mentoring young girls to dream boldly and believe in their worth. As an ambassador for Christ, I am driven by faith, love, and peace, and I strive every day to be a beacon of hope. With this mission, I stand ready to represent Miss Grand International, embodying a vision of unity, strength, and global peace.
Miss Grand Chesire
Philipa
Philippa Bateman (25) is an actress and commercial model and, after training with the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain, is represented by one of the most prestigious agencies for young performers in the UK. She has featured in major British tv shows on ITV as well as national campaigns for brands such as Boots and HSBC. She has a brand new drama coming out later this year. She is ready to give the performance of her life on the Miss Grand UK stage.
Aspiring to a career in television, she turned down drama school, instead pursuing a law degree at Bristol University, a top 10 UK law school, closely followed by a master’s degree of legal studies, gaining the knowledge and critical thinking to match her performance skills.
When not in acting class, Philippa’s charitable passion involves working with major UK charities to educate young people on safe relationships and the effect of online misogyny on violence against women and girls. She works with schools across the North West.
This will be Philippa’s debut pageant and she’s ready to set the Grand stage alight.
Miss Grand Oxford
Alba
Alba Andreina Ruiz is a 26-year-old visionary redefining the intersection of art and style.
Born in the heart of Venezuela and currently based in the United Kingdom, Alba embodies the spirit of a global citizen. Her journey across continents has shaped a unique perspective that she pours into her dual career as a Fine Artist and Fashion Designer. For Alba, a canvas and a mannequin are one and the same—both are platforms to tell stories of resilience, heritage, and empowerment.
At a Glance
• Age: 26
• Heritage: Venezuelan
• Residence: United Kingdom
• Profession: Artist & Fashion Designer
Her Mission
Alba believes that fashion is the most intimate form of art we possess. By blending her Venezuelan roots with the avant-garde influences of the British fashion scene, she creates designs that serve as "wearable confidence."
She joins Miss Grand with a clear purpose: to prove that creativity is a powerful tool for social change. Whether through a brushstroke or a needle and thread, Alba is dedicated to promoting a message of peace and unity, showing the world that our diverse backgrounds are the threads that weave a more beautiful global tapestry.
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