Cook Islands Crowned Miss World Oceania | Auckland News

Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 7, 2026 · 1m

Tiare Henry-Anguna from the Cook Islands has stunned the world by winning Miss World Oceania 2026, becoming the first Pacific Islander to claim the title since 2019 — and the second in history from her tiny nation of just 15,000 people. Though the global crown went to the Dominican Republic, Henry-Anguna’s victory is a historic moment for Oceania, symbolizing unity, resilience, and sisterhood across the Pacific. She dedicated her win to her late father and supporters, calling it a blessing to represent her island home on the world stage. Mentored by last year’s winner Tajiya Sahay, who…