Arielle Hosein, 2008 Miss Orlando Carnival Cultural Pageant winner

On 12th April 2008, 17-year old Ms. Arielle Hosein was crowned Miss Orlando Carnival Cultural Pageant before an audience of some 300 attendees at the Florida Mall Hotel. From a field of 9 contestants, Ms. Hosein captured the coveted title with Ms. Tiffany Irizarry being awarded the position of first runner up. Ms. Leshaun Crayton and Ms. Jashanah Griffith took the second and third runners up positions, respectively, while Ms. Charelle Bellenger was awarded the fourth runner up position.
The annual Miss Orlando Carnival Cultural Pageant was initiated by the Orlando Carnival Association, Inc. in 2007 and its goal is to provide a program that empowers and encourages young ladies to succeed in today’s society. The Pageant places emphasis on intelligence and talent; assists contestants in accomplishing personal goals; enhances self-confidence, as well as showcases the rich culture and heritage of the Caribbean.

West Orlando News