It was a night of glitz, glam, and unapologetic pride as Miami Beach continues Pride Week with one of its most dazzling traditions: the Mr. and Miss Miami Beach Pride Pageant.
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\n"A whole lot of glamour, a whole lot of fun, a whole lot of fabulousness. Honey, that\u2019s what we give. It\u2019s South Beach, baby,\u201d said Miami Beach Pride and drag performer Tiffany Fantasia.<\/p>\n
Held at the legendary Palace Bar in South Beach \u2014 where drag reigns supreme \u2014 contestants take the stage to strut, slay, and showcase their charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent.
\n\u201cI\u2019m really good. Nervous. But that\u2019s to be expected when it comes to pageants," said contestant Akasha OHara Lords.
\n\u201cI\u2019m excited to show the world what a king, a man can do. And stand right next to a drag queen. You know, I\u2019m excited. I wear heels, but I keep it very masculine, I’m butch,\u201d said contestant King Adonis.<\/p>\n
The pageant crowns two winners \u2014 one male, one female \u2014 who will serve as official ambassadors for Miami Beach Pride. It\u2019s not just a title. It\u2019s a year-long commitment to advocacy and community.
\n\u201cSome of your responsibilities are just be seen make sure you\u2019re donating your time and just giving back, that\u2019s really the main focus,\u201d Ohara Lords said.
\n\u201cI want to really bring the message of no matter, you don\u2019t have to fall in a specific category, you don\u2019t have to be a drag queen, you don\u2019t have to be a show girl," King Adonis said.<\/p>\n
And with this year\u2019s theme, \u201cPalace in Wonderland,\u201d the event invites everyone to follow the rainbow down the rabbit hole. It\u2019s a celebration of expression, identity, and joy \u2014 just as pride should be.
\n"I want to show them something new because this is my first pageant, my first time,\u201d contestant Oscar G said.
\n\u201cWe need people to stand up and stand out and say I’m here, and I’m not going anywhere, so it\u2019s a very important role and every performer has taken it seriously,\u201d Fantasia said.<\/p>\n
NBC6 and Telemundo51 are the official media sponsors of Miami Beach Pride.<\/p>\n
The Mr. and Miss Miami Beach Pride Pageant is an event that embodies the spirit of Pride Week, celebrating self-expression, diversity, and inclusivity. With its dazzling performances, charismatic contestants, and commitment to community advocacy, it sets the stage for a week of pride, joy, and celebration in Miami Beach.<\/p>\n
Q: What is the Mr. and Miss Miami Beach Pride Pageant?
\nA: The Mr. and Miss Miami Beach Pride Pageant is an annual event that crowns two winners who will serve as official ambassadors for Miami Beach Pride.
\nQ: Where is the pageant held?
\nA: The pageant is held at the legendary Palace Bar in South Beach.
\nQ: What is the role of the winners?
\nA: The winners will serve as official ambassadors for Miami Beach Pride, with a year-long commitment to advocacy and community.
\nQ: What is the theme of this year\u2019s pageant?
\nA: The theme of this year\u2019s pageant is \u201cPalace in Wonderland.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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