Dominican beauty queens receive national honors and international recognition

Dominican beauty queens are receiving widespread national recognition following recent international achievements. Joheirry Mola, crowned Miss World 2026 in Vietnam, has been honored by multiple state and local institutions. President Luis Abinader awarded her the Presidential Medal of Civil Merit at the National Palace, citing her historic victory and commitment to service. Additionally, the Senate of the Dominican Republic and the Santiago City Council officially recognized her for her trajectory and for bringing international prestige to the country.

Simultaneously, Keitty Tatiana Familia, Miss Grand Dominican Republic 2026, has arrived in Thailand to compete in the Miss Grand International pageant. After overcoming initial migratory delays, Familia has become a frontrunner in the competition, notably reaching the “Top 7 of the talent show” following a musical performance.