News Summary
The Miss Rhode Island Day of Portugal pageant will take place on May 18 in Cumberland, featuring eight contestants competing for three titles. From Miss Juvenile to Miss Senior Day of Portugal, the event showcases cultural pride and talent while celebrating Portuguese heritage. Tickets are available for $25 at the door.
Cumberland to Host Miss Rhode Island Day of Portugal Pageant
The Miss Rhode Island Day of Portugal pageant is set to take place on Sunday, May 18, at Clube Juventude Lusitana in Cumberland, Rhode Island. Eight talented contestants will compete for three prestigious titles: Miss Juvenile Day of Portugal RI, Miss Junior Day of Portugal RI, and Miss Senior Day of Portugal RI.
Contestants and Titles
Three contestants are vying for the title of Miss Senior Day of Portugal RI: Mollie Pimental, 24, representing Galito Restaurant; Angelina Santos, 21, from Accurate Auto Center; and Jennaeve Pimentel, 20, representing Rosa’s Tavern. In the Miss Junior Day of Portugal RI category, Victoria Teles, 11, will compete as Miss Priority Automotive, and Natália Marques, 13, is representing Clube Juventude Lusitana. For the Miss Juvenile Day of Portugal RI title, the contenders include Caylee Sampaio, 7, representing Escola Portuguesa do Clube Juventude Lusitana; Camila Heaney, 8, as Miss Stitches de Saudade; and Beatriz Emidio, 9, representing Rancho Danças e Cantares de Clube Juventude Lusitana.
Pageant Details
The event is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. and tickets will be available for purchase at the door for $25. The contestants will be evaluated based on their presentation, talent, and understanding of Portuguese culture, ensuring that the event celebrates both beauty and cultural heritage.
Pageant History and Direction
The pageant was established in 1982 with the objective of promoting Portuguese heritage, building self-confidence, self-awareness, and self-esteem among young women in the community. Since 2018, Suzette Vieira Marques has directed the pageant. In addition to her role as director, she works as a registered nurse manager in New England and has prior pageant experience, having been crowned Mrs. East Providence in 2013.
Judging and Choreography
Judging will take place on the day of the event, with the identities of the judges kept a secret until the pageant begins. The judging panel will consist of five notable individuals from various parts of the northeast, ensuring a diverse and fair evaluation of the contestants’ performances. The choreography for the event is being directed by Catarina Liebe, a U.S. Air Force veteran and the CEO of a cheerleading gym located in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Liebe herself was crowned Miss Day of Portugal RI in 2017, demonstrating her commitment to cultural representation and community engagement.
Community Engagement and Information
The Miss Rhode Island Day of Portugal pageant is an essential event for celebrating Portuguese culture and community spirit in Rhode Island. All interested attendees are encouraged to participate and support these young women as they showcase their talent and cultural pride. For more information about the pageant, individuals can visit their official Facebook page or the R.I. Day of Portugal celebration website.
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- Herald News: Miss Day of Portugal Rhode Island to be Crowned
- WPRI: Meet Your Miss RI 2025 and Miss RI Teen 2025
- Valley Breeze: More than Beauty – Pawtucket Residents for Miss RI USA
- Google Search: Miss Rhode Island 2025
- Valley Breeze: Woonsocket Celebrates Santana’s Miss Rhode Island USA Win
- Wikipedia: Miss Rhode Island
