MELISSA JOHNSON, one of the Miss Body Beautiful TCI Contestants

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands – A bevy of beauties turned out on Saturday, June 23rd - to register for the inaugural Miss Body Beautiful TCI Pageant.  Not only were the ladies beautiful, they were tall, incredibly fit, intelligent and charming to boot.

As a pageant of diversity, organizers were hopeful that there would be a few ‘plus size’, ‘petite’ and ‘fitness’ enthusiasts as contenders for Miss Body Beautiful TCI. The pageant, which recognizes that beauty, health and strength come in all ages and sizes - is open to women 18 years of age and older, has no restriction on height, body shape, marital status or nationality.

“We were quite pleased with the turn out and online submissions. The ladies that registered in person were overly excited, rearing to go and bursting with ideas on what they will do and wear on stage. This is a wonderful opportunity for them and we’re confident that the judges will have their work cut out for them as they will surely impress,” said Courtney Robinson, Executive Producer.

In an effort to attract a more diverse line-up for the pageant, organizers will be accepting applications until Saturday, June 30th. Women that are interested in competing are invited to send an email to msbodybeautifultci@gmail.com to request a registration form.  On completion, the form must be returned along with a few photographs, which need not be professionally taken.

KITCHANDRA PENN, one of the Miss Body Beautiful TCI Contestants

The Miss Body Beautiful TCI Pageant will see contestants of diversity compete for a LIME advertising campaign, cellular phones with service plans, cash and fabulous prizes. What is more, in the run up to the event, all contestants will have the opportunity to get as fit as they possibly can with complementary training courtesy of Rock It Hot Fitness Studio located in Regent Village, Providenciales. Additionally, they will partake in workshops on ‘Fitness and Healthy Eating’, ‘The Ultimate You! Living to Love Yourself’ and ‘Stage Presentation.’

The Miss Body Beautiful TCI Pageant will take place on Saturday, July 28th at The William’s Auditorium, South Dock Rd, Providenciales. There will be performances by today’s leading singers, rappers, dancers and other headliners! Advanced ticket purchase: General admission $40.00 and VIP $65.00; with $10.00 added to the cost at the door.