In a celebration of youthful elegance and cultural pride, Annorah Brown from Kingston and St Andrew secured the position of second runner-up at the groundbreaking Mini Miss Jamaica Heritage Queen Pageant. The inaugural event unfolded on December 28, 2025, at a vibrant ceremony in Ocho Rios, St Ann, marking a significant new chapter in Jamaica’s pageantry landscape.
Brown’s journey to the national stage was paved by her prior accolade as the Mini Miss Kingston and St Andrew Heritage Queen, a title she earned earlier in the year. According to her supporters, her successful progression was fueled by a combination of her prior experience in competitive pageants and the unwavering encouragement from her directors, family, and friends.
The atmosphere in the venue was electric with anticipation as Brown was announced as one of the top five finalists, triggering an eruption of enthusiastic applause from the audience. While she did not clinch any specific sectional awards during the competition, her placement among the elite finalists highlighted her overall strong performance.
The climax of the evening featured the finalists’ victory walk, culminating in the revelation of the winners. The historic first-ever Mini Miss Jamaica Heritage Queen title was awarded to Athena Whyte of St Mary, with Shayde Anderson of Portland being named the first runner-up. Brown’s achievement as second runner-up is celebrated as a moment of immense pride for the Kingston and St Andrew community. Her performance stands as a powerful testament to her grace, confidence, and the compelling national appeal she displayed on the heritage pageant stage, solidifying her status as a rising star.