Queenela Williams Crowned 2026 Labour Queen
By Cory Wayland
It was a night filled with elegance, confidence, and spirited competition as Queenela Williams, representing St. Mary’s South, was crowned the 2026 Labour Queen, bringing the curtain down on an exciting showcase of talent and cultural pride.
From the opening moments of the pageant, Williams established herself as a strong contender, delivering polished performances across all segments that consistently impressed both judges and audience alike. Her final walk to the crown was met with loud applause as she secured the top title for St. Mary’s South.
The competition, however, was far from one-sided, with several contestants putting on standout performances throughout the evening.
Tonya Phillips of St. John’s Rural South delivered a commanding showing to capture the position of First Runner-Up, earning praise for her confidence and stage presence.
Maydoria Smith, representing St. John’s Rural West, claimed Second Runner-Up after a well-rounded performance that highlighted both grace and composure.
St. John’s Rural East’s Aliyah Andrew rounded out the top four as Third Runner-Up, impressing with a steady and engaging display on stage.
Treveisha Adams, also representing St. John’s Rural West, drew attention for her dynamic talent showcase, further highlighting the depth of competition from her constituency.
The night also recognised excellence in individual categories, with contestants earning accolades for their standout performances:
* Best Speech – St. Mary’s South
* Best Swimwear – St. John’s Rural West
* Best Talent – All Saints East & St. Luke
* Best Dress – St. John’s Rural West
* Best Interview – St. John’s City West
* Most True To The Theme – St. Mary’s South
Final Placements
* 3rd Runner Up – Aliyah Andrew (St. John’s Rural East)
* 2nd Runner Up – Maydoria Smith (St. John’s Rural West)
* 1st Runner Up – Tonya Phillips (St. John’s Rural South)
* WINNER / 2026 Labour Queen – Queenela Williams (St. Mary’s South)
This story was first published by Antigua News on May 3, 2026: antigua.news/2026/05/03/queenela-williams-crowned-2026-labour-queen. © 2026 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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