The Miss Wales 2020 finalists: All 36 young women in the running to win the crown
The Miss Wales 2020 final will take place in August. This year's finalists range in age from 16 to 25 and include a mixture of everyone from A-level students to those working full-time
These are the 36 young women all hoping to be crowned Miss Wales this year.
Originally scheduled to take place later this month, the final has been postponed until August 6, 7 and 8, and will be held at The Riverfront in Newport.
This year's finalists range in age from 16 to 25 and include a mixture of everyone from A-level students to those working full-time.
You can vote for your favourite by text and for more information you can visit the Miss Wales website.
But before you do that here are the full list of those vying to be crowned Miss Wales 2020.
Millie-Mae Adams, 17, from Cardiff
Fluent Welsh speaker Millie-Mae wants to become a neurologist. In her spare time she attends St John Ambulance cadets and volunteers at domestic violence service Calan.
(Image: Millie-Mae Adams)1 of 36Stephanie Allen, 22, from Merthyr Tydfil
After being born with a form of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and scoliosis of the spine, Stephanie didn't walk properly until the age of eight. With a degree in sociology, she works with special needs children at a local school.
(Image: Gary and Sue Photography 2020)2 of 36Francesca Brook, 23, from Newport
Working in global finance, Francesca helps to manage her company's biggest clients and their international business. During her teenage years she played netball for Wales.
(Image: Chris Tomlinson)3 of 36Sarah Clode, 17, fromt Pontypridd
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Sarah studies performing arts at college which she says has helped her become the confident young woman she is today. Being in performing arts has allowed her to also tutor young girls.
(Image: Sarah Clode)4 of 36Georgia Cox, 17, from Port Talbot
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A-level student Georgia hopes to study anthropology and archeology in the future. Despite having a passion for fashion and beauty, in her spare time she loves training in jiu-jitsu.
(Image: Tatami Fightwear)5 of 36Lowri Davies, 20, from Swansea
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With aims of becoming a human rights lawyer, Lowri is currently studying Access to Law. She hopes to use Miss Wales as a platform to help those who have struggled with their mental health.
(Image: Ryan Rix Photography)6 of 36Katy Lee Farr, 24, from Caerphilly
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Singer and gym instructor Katy describes herself as outgoing and entertaining. Her goal is to empower others to be the best version of themselves.
(Image: Yolanda Kingdon)7 of 36Kathryn Feehan, 17, from Cardiff
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Kathryn was forced to give up gymnastics in 2016 after having scoliosis correction surgery. Since then she has discovered a passion for beauty and she is a qualified make-up artist and hair stylist.
(Image: Kathryn Feehan)8 of 36Holly Furnish, 17, from Cardiff
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A-level student Holly enjoys going to the gym, doing pilates, going ice-skating, and long walks. She describes being a Miss Wales finalist as one of her biggest accomplishments so far.
(Image: Holly Furnish)9 of 36Lauren Gibbons, 16, from Newport
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Lauren has interests in dancing and boxing and comes from a Welsh/Italian background. She has less than 5% vision in one eye caused by astigmatism and aims to inspire young girls not to feel like they need to fit the ideal image society creates.
(Image: Lauren Gibbons)10 of 36Ellie Griffiths, 17, from Tenby
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Police and Army cadet Ellie's goal is to work for the emergency services. As a Miss Wales finalist she hopes to empower young women by showing them you can be the muddy and sporty type as well as a beauty queen.
(Image: Capture The Moment Pembrokeshire)11 of 36Olivia Harris, 17, from Magor
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Olivia works part-time as a model and a waitress and loves going to the gym in her spare time. She is an ambassador for the charity Ready Steady Go which supports children with autism.
(Image: Olivia Harris)12 of 36Charlotte Hill, 18, from Penymynydd
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Having completed work experience at the Cabinet Office and 10 Downing Street, Charlotte now works as a business administration apprentice in Flintshire council's housing department. Her goals are to create her own jewellery company and to travel the world while volunteering.
(Image: Peter Davies)13 of 36Shania Jones, 19, from Swansea
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Body positivity is what Shania aims to promote to young women as a Miss Wales finalist after being diagnosed with psoriasis. She wants to study midwifery at university in the hope of working in healthcare in the future.
(Image: Yolanda Kingdon)14 of 36Seren Wyn Jones Hughes, 18, from Conwy
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Currently studying a law degree at Bangor University, Seren describes herself as hardworking. She loves being outdoors and is hoping to bring the crown to north Wales this year.
(Image: Flawless Clicks)15 of 36Laurice Keogh, 16, from Swansea
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A-level student Laurice works part-time as a waitress and enjoys playing meeting friends and swimming in her free time. She enjoys raising money for charity and has recently completed a swimathon for Marie Curie and a rainbow run for Ty Hafan.
(Image: Charlotte Clemie Photography)16 of 36Chloe MacInnes, 18, from Cardiff
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Chloe hopes to study television production at university with the dream of becoming a television broadcaster. She wants to inspire others to follow their dreams and achieve their life goals.
(Image: Yolanda Kingdon)17 of 36Aaliyah Martinson, 17, from Cardiff
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Sport student Aaliyah enjoys dancing, acting and gymnastics. In the future she would love to have her own dance school.
(Image: Mark Cleghorn Photography)18 of 36Mia Matthews, 18, from Abergwynfi
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Spanish and English literature student Mia teaches Spanish classes as well as salsa dancing lessons at care homes in her spare time. Her dream is to travel the world, teaching English to underprivileged children.
(Image: Mia Matthews)19 of 36Jordan Meakins, 18, from Carmarthen
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Jordan has already represented Wales in the tetrathlon team, which comprises shooting, swimming, running and horse riding. She is currently studying travel and tourism at Coleg Sir Gâr.
(Image: Stacey Clarke Photo)20 of 36Khethiwe Ncube, 25, from Llangefni
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Working on the Irish Sea, Khethiwe is trained in fire-fighting, first aid, and sea survival. When she's not working she enjoys painting and sketching portraits as well as taking part in pop-up creative workshops.
(Image: Stuart Webster - FemmeFoto)21 of 36Emily Norris, 25, from Pontypridd
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After studying for a degree in technical arts and special effects, Emily worked in the television and film industry in London and Cardiff. She now works as a tattoo artist apprentice in Pontypridd.
(Image: Emily Norris)22 of 36Kirsty O'Connor, 19, from Newport
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Psychology student Kirsty hopes to pursue a career in neuroscience. Aside from studying she also manages her own eyelash business which she says has taught her self-management skills.
(Image: Glyn Rainer Photography)23 of 36Vanessa Owen, 25, from Ruthin
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Since graduating from university with a degree in drama, Vanessa founded a non-profit organisation aiming to improve accessibility to the arts in regional areas. She describes herself as incredibly driven and ambitious.
(Image: Vanessa Owen)24 of 36Lauren Parkinson, 24, from Chirk
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Estate agent Lauren loves travelling around the world when she's not working. She has recently documented her journey of overcoming severe acne to try and help others experiencing similar problems.
(Image: Charlotte Clemie Photography)25 of 36Broganne Perrin, 18, from Ammanford
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Broganne has chosen to study veterinary medicine and surgery at university with the goal of becoming a specialist surgeon. Her drive and determination allows her to push herself to her limits when it comes to horse riding, singing, studying, and pageantry.
(Image: Simon Rees)26 of 36Molly Phillips, 17, from Neath
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Molly is currently training to become a medical officer in the Royal Navy. In the past she has volunteered with the police cadets and at Cimla Youth Club in a bid to help others and make a difference in the world.
(Image: Tia Sandry Photography)27 of 36Tegan-May Prosser, 18, from Bangor
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Determined to empower and encourage other women to chase their dreams, Tegan-May says she would be immensely proud to be an ambassador for Wales. She is a marine biology student and is passionate about the environment.
(Image: Tegan May Prosser)28 of 36Sadie Pulman, 25, from Cardiff
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Aside from working in financial risk analysis, Sadie enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her dog. As a trustee for the Safe Foundation she had worked on projects in Sierra Leone, India, and Swaziland.
(Image: Charlotte Clemie Photography)29 of 36Lillie Reed, 16, from Pontypridd
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Having dedicated eight years of her life to ice-skating, Lillie works at Winter Wonderland during the winter season. She studies law, criminology, and Welsh baccalaureate and dreams of becoming a solicitor.
(Image: Lillie Reed)30 of 36Harriet Rees, 17, from Llanelli
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Harriet wants to study dentistry at university and is currently researching and creating her own professional denture at her local dental surgery. In her spare time she enjoys playing netball, horse riding, going to the gym, and running.
(Image: Harriet Rees)31 of 36Eleri Roberts, 24, from Monmouth
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Adult nursing student Eleri previously moved to New Zealand on her own where she volunteered for charities alongside working in beauty. Since returning home she has started her own business specialising in eyelash extensions and eyebrow shaping.
(Image: Eleri Roberts)32 of 36Elanna Smith, 16, from Burry Port
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Fluent Welsh speaker Elanna is studying sport, Spanish, and medical science at A-level. She has been interested in a number of sports from a young age including judo, football, athletics, hockey, and gymnastics.
(Image: Elanna Smith)33 of 36Rachel Stevens, 25, from Saltney
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Sports coach and support worker Rachel has aspirations of becoming a clinical psychologist. Being a competitive athlete from a young age has completely shaped her personality.
(Image: Yam Kovatch Photography)34 of 36Naomi Thomas, 23, from Abertillery
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Naomi always aspired to work with children and is now a one-to-one teaching assistant. As a Miss Wales finalist she aims to be a role model to those who feel that they're not good enough.
(Image: Naomi Thomas)35 of 36Ruth Wood, 17, from Port Talbot
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A-level student Ruth is studying English literature and physical education and wants to become an occupational therapist. Her passion for dance has allowed her to express her character and push herself physically, mentally, and emotionally.
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